Melanoma

What is melanoma?

Melanoma is a form of cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment cells (melanocytes).

To find out more about melanoma and it's causes visit Melanoma institute of Australia.

Melanoma pathway

A best practice, cancer care pathway for patients that explains what to expect on your cancer journey

Local support and information

• There are Cancer Care Coordinators available to support you during your cancer journey.
• Cancer Council Tasmania offer local support groups.
• Look Good Feel Better program is dedicated to teaching cancer patients how to manage the appearance-related side effects caused by cancer treatment through practical workshop demonstrations covering skin care, make-up and headwear.

Other pages on our site

• Questions to ask your cancer doctor about treatment
• The role of your GP in your cancer care
• Your care team
• Supportive care
• After treatment and survivorship