Living without a functioning spleen can be overwhelming
Spleen Australia is here to help people reduce their risk of serious infections with practical advice, reliable information, and simple strategies to stay healthy.
For people living with or supporting someone without a functioning spleen, registration provides ongoing education, support and practical guidance to help reduce the risk of serious infection.
Patient story
Athlea's story
Athlea had her spleen removed over 30 years ago. What nobody told her at the time was just how important the spleen is for fighting infection, and how to prevent it. After contracting a serious infection in 2025, Athlea was referred to Spleen Australia, and she learned how to prevent this from happening again.
Latest news
Stay informed, stay protected. You're invited to Spleen Australia's first consumer webinar
Spleen Australia is excited to launch its first consumer webinar, providing practical advice and expert information to help people living with asplenia or hyposplenism understand their condition, reduce their risk of infection and stay well.
Every donation helps us provide trusted information, personalised support and preventative care resources that reduce the risk of serious infection for people without a functioning spleen.
Spleen Australia gratefully acknowledges our funding bodies.
