Our Mission
Spleen Australia aims to prevent serious infections in people without a functioning spleen by informing people of the many strategies to reduce these infections.
S – source expert recommendations and advice
P – prevent sepsis (infection) with education and vaccine/antibiotic recommendations
L – lead research projects
E – educational resources provided for patients and their families
E – engage regularly with our patients
N – nurses available to support and advise patients and GPs
Patient testimonials
‘I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for all the incredible service and support you’ve provided. As someone who has been without a spleen for over 40 years, your assistance in managing my health and well-being has been nothing short of amazing. I must admit, I had no idea just how vulnerable and immunocompromised I was until I started receiving your care and guidance. Your expertise and dedication have been invaluable in helping me better understand and manage my health, and for that, I am deeply grateful. Thank you once again for everything you’ve done for me. Your impact has truly made a difference in my life.’ SW, 2024.
‘I would like you to know that your organisation does a fantastic job in keeping me informed about living without a spleen. My conversations with you have always been very helpful and informative and your ongoing support is greatly appreciated – always there to answer any concerns I may have as well as keeping my doctor informed which is important to me and I’m sure to many others.
Thank you so much for all you do – it’s a great comfort knowing you are just a call away whenever I have any concerns.’ JT, 2024.
‘This service is much appreciated and makes me feel a little less apprehensive about living life without a spleen!’ Angela, 2021.
‘I was registered with Spleen Australia over 11 years ago after suffering from a splenic tumour and subsequent splenectomy. Not only is it a great comfort to have a professional source of education and resources, but the warm guidance and support offered by the team is always exemplary. A wonderful service, thank you.’ Julia.
‘Great to see that there is assistance and support for those without a functioning spleen. I lost mine in 1978 and it is still difficult to find medical advice about this condition – thank you, thank you, thank you, Spleen Australia.’ Luke.
‘Spleen Australia wowed me from my first contact with their service. In the midst of my diagnosis, surgery and treatment, the team took the time to provide detailed advice about living without a functioning spleen. I am extraordinarily impressed with this service.’ Peter, 2020.