Putting Patients First - Public Pathology Australia is the national peak body for public pathology in Australia.

Sydney, New South Wales
Joined January 2016
PPA has issued its mid-year update. If you work in public pathology and would like a copy of the newsletter, please email contact@publicpathology.org.au.
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This week we celebrate the commitment of volunteers across Australia, including the dedicated Public Pathology Australia Board Directors - lnkd.in/gB6g2Qmi who work tirelessly to advance public pathology for equitable, innovative and sustainable pathology services.
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Did you know we could eliminate cervical cancer in Australia within the next decade? The vast majority of cervical cancer is caused by long-term infection from high-risk types of the human papillomavirus (HPV). pathologytestsexplained.org.…
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Public Pathology Australia has summarised relevant aspects of the Federal Budget 2025-26. If you work in public pathology and would like to receive a copy, please email Contact@publicpathology.org.au.
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Australian researchers are developing a blood test that could transform the way endometriosis is diagnosed. Watch the video: youtube.com/watch?v=GTyVUjWO…
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This innovation aims to drastically reduce the time it takes to identify the condition, offering hope to millions of women experiencing chronic pain. @Know_Pathology
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We thank you for engaging with Public Pathology Australia this year and wish you a safe and Merry Christmas and New Year. #SeasonsGreetings
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Did you know bowel cancer is the second deadliest cancer in Australia.
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Like all cancers, bowel cancer is diagnosed by a pathologist. However, what makes bowel cancer unique is the various of ways it can be detected, through various physical screenings, digital screenings, faecal tests, and blood tests. Early detection of bowel cancer can save lives.
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Catching it early improves treatment outcomes and can dramatically increase survival rates. @BowelCancerAust is running Decembeard, an annual campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer. It's a chance to start conversations about our bowel health while enjoying the holiday.
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International Pathology Series 🎉 Continuing with our International Pathology Series 2024, we celebrate a transformative milestone in the field of pathology: the integration of robotics automation with NovaSeq high-throughput sequencing
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to revolutionise comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP). This combination is set to redefine precision oncology, enabling PathWest to deliver faster, more accurate, and scalable genomic insights that will drive personalised cancer care into a new era.
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#Pathwest Today we highlight our Forensic Pathology department as part of our International Pathology Series.
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Providing a comprehensive Coronial post-mortem service for Western Australia under the direction of the State Coroner, the team plays a vital role in uncovering the truth behind unexplained deaths.
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With expertise spanning forensic pathology, anthropology, odontology, and scientific support, it is WA’s sole provider of forensic pathology services. The service’s findings, reported to the Office of the State Coroner, supports families, law enforcement, and the justice system.
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health threat, leading to drug-resistant infections that compromise modern medicine. This resistance undermines advancements in healthcare, making even simple infections potentially untreatable. @Know_Pathology
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Dr Juliet Elvy, our PAA ambassador and Clinical Microbiologist, emphasises, "We all have a role to play in preventing AMR - to safeguard effective antimicrobials for our future generations."
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