Our stories

The future health of Australians depends on generous people and brave research. Read how our research is making an impact in the community.

Decades of volunteering and a heart full of kindness – Annie’s story shows how giving back can transform lives.

A snap decision to take a bowel screening test saved Karen’s life. Now she’s on a mission to help further medical research.

Thanks to the Garvan-led research program CIRCA, Stella received a rare diagnosis that saved her life.

Garry gained precious extra time with loved ones thanks to medical breakthroughs. Now he’s helping others to do the same.

A life-changing diagnosis through genome sequencing.

How genetics and immunology diagnosed Michael’s life-long mystery disease.

A Garvan-led research team called CIRCA gives new hope to patients like Oscar, who are living with critical, rare immune conditions.

Garvan’s innovative research approaches transform outcomes for breast cancer patients

Pancreatic cancer patients are contributing to a world-first global study helping to advancing medical research.

Gene sequencing and personalised medicine transforms four-year-old Karla’s life.

Garvan's genomic technologies empower family to make crucial healthcare decisions.

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