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Congratulations on an extraordinary career, Professor Denis Spelman
In October 2025, we celebrated and reflected on the incredible career of Professor Denis Spelman as he moves into his well-earned retirement. Denis is truly one...
https://www.spleen.org.au/news/congratulations-on-an-extraordinary-career-professor-denis-spelman
Big news for little spleens
Starting 1 September 2025, Australia’s National Immunisation Program (NIP) has introduced updated guidelines for protecting children against pneumococcal disease – a serious infection that can affect...
https://www.spleen.org.au/news/big-news-for-little-spleens
Spleen Australia study shows one in five has had shingles
If you had chickenpox as a kid, you're at risk of shingles as an adult. That's because the virus that causes chickenpox, Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV),...
https://www.spleen.org.au/news/spleen-australia-study-shows-one-in-five-has-had-shingles
Vale Penelope Jones
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Penny Jones, Spleen Australia Manager. Penny, alongside Prof Denis Spelman, founded Spleen Australia in 2003, after identifying...
https://www.spleen.org.au/news/vale-penelope-jones
Spleen Australia celebrates 20 years
Spleen Australia recognised two decades of work today with Daryl Braithwaite and Brian Nankervis coming along to The Alfred to help mark the occasion. Speaking at...
https://www.spleen.org.au/news/spleen-australia-celebrates-20-years