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UNSW Museum of Human Disease

Name: UNSW Museum of Human Disease
Address: Samuels Building (F25), Kensington, NSW, 2052, AU
Telephone: +61290650330
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UNSW Museum of Human Disease

A unique collection of over 1500 specimens showing how disease affects the body.

Mission Statement
The Museum of Human Disease is dedicated to:
Inspiring interest in personal and public health; promoting the understanding of medicine by providing access to resources, innovative exhibitions, educational programs as well as insight into the relevance of biomedical research; playing an important role in understanding of disease processes and disease prevention for UNSW students, health industry staff and the wider community.

21/06/2026

Men’s Health Week | Exercise and men’s health

To finish Men’s Health Week, we’re talking about movement.

Exercise is not just about fitness, sport or looking a certain way. It supports heart health, mental health, strength, energy and long-term wellbeing.

The Know Your Man Facts exercise campaign explains why being inactive can affect health, and how staying active can help reduce disease risk. It also reminds us that movement can look different for everyone.

So… whether it’s a walk, a swim, a gym session, gardening, stretching, or kicking a ball with the kids, it all counts.

What is one small way you could move more this week?

17/06/2026

Men’s Health Week | Heart health

Heart health matters for everyone, but this Men’s Health Week we’re taking a closer look at men’s heart health.

The Know Your Man Facts heart health campaign highlights heart disease as the number one killer of men in Australia, and shares information designed to support awareness, prevention and action.

What’s really important here is that small steps can make a difference. Checking blood pressure, understanding cholesterol, moving more, eating well, reducing smoking and seeking help early all matter.

Knowing your numbers is not about fear. It’s about giving yourself more information and more options.

16/06/2026

17 June is Red Apple Day 🍎

Bowel cancer is often thought of as something that only affects older people, but that is not the full story. Bowel cancer can affect younger Australians too. Each year, 1,884 Australians under 50 are diagnosed, which is about 5 young people every day.

That is why education, open conversations and reducing stigma matter. Talking about bowel symptoms should never feel embarrassing. If something does not feel right, please speak with a GP.

Awareness can help people seek care sooner. 🍎💚

15/06/2026

Men’s Health Week | Know your man facts

It’s Men’s Health Week, and we’re starting with a simple but important message: health is not just about going to the doctor when something feels wrong.

It’s also about knowing your risks, checking in early, and supporting the men and boys in our lives to have honest conversations about their physical and mental wellbeing.

The Know Your Man Facts campaign focuses on preventable deaths, risk factors, health checks and the practical steps men can take to stay healthier for longer.

So… this week, let’s make space for better conversations about men’s health.

What health check or conversation could you encourage this week?

13/06/2026

14 June is World Blood Donor Day 🩸

Today we recognise the people who roll up their sleeves to give blood, plasma and platelets, and the lives changed because of that generosity.

Blood donations support people through emergencies, surgery, cancer treatment, childbirth complications, chronic illness and more.

In Australia, 1 in 3 people will need blood or blood products in their lifetime, but only 1 in 30 people donate blood.

So… if you are able to donate, today is a great reminder to book an appointment with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood.

A small act of kindness can make a life-changing difference. ❤️

12/06/2026

This week we are celebrating the generous blood, plasma and platelet donors who help keep Australia’s health system going.

Around 1 in 3 Australians will need blood or blood products in their lifetime, yet only a small number of people donate regularly. Each blood donation can help save up to 3 lives.

Donated blood supports people through emergencies, surgery, cancer treatment, childbirth complications, chronic illness and many other moments where time, science and generosity all come together.

And to anyone who has been thinking about donating, this is your sign to book an appointment with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood.

A small act can have a life-changing impact. 🩸

09/06/2026

💭 What does health mean to you?

This term, we invited visitors to the Museum of Human Disease to share their thoughts on a simple but powerful question: "What does health mean to you?"

The responses have been thoughtful, inspiring, and incredibly diverse. Some students wrote about being active and eating well. Others highlighted happiness, mental wellbeing, spending time with family and friends, getting enough sleep, and finding balance in life. 💛

What’s been most striking is that health means something different to everyone. It’s not just about the absence of disease. It’s about physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing.

As a museum dedicated to helping people understand disease and health, we love seeing these conversations happen and hearing the perspectives of the next generation.

Now we'd love to hear from our online community 👇

💬 What does health mean to you?

Share your answer in the comments. We might even feature some of your responses in a future post! 🫀🧠🔬

01/06/2026

🍎 June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 🍎

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, with an estimated 14,784 Australians diagnosed in 2025 and more than 5,200 lives lost each year.

When detected early, bowel cancer can be successfully treated in more than 90% of cases.

This month is an important reminder to know the signs, participate in screening when eligible, and have conversations about bowel health without embarrassment or stigma 💛

At the Museum of Human Disease, we believe education and awareness can help save lives through earlier detection and better understanding of disease.

31/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that the Museum of Human Disease has been named the 2026 National Heart Week Creative Display Competition Winner in the Non-Healthcare Organisation category 🏆

A huge thank you to the for this recognition and to everyone who engaged with our Heart Week activities and displays throughout the campaign.

Our goal was to create an interactive and engaging space that encouraged visitors to learn more about heart health, prevention, and the importance of looking after their hearts.

Thank you for supporting science education and health awareness at the Museum 🫀

28/05/2026

To finish the week, we’re helping to break down stigma and misinformation by tackling some common perimenopause and menopause myths.

Menopause and perimenopause can affect every woman differently, which is why education, awareness, and open conversations are so important.

👉 Swipe through to learn more and help us spread awareness for women’s health.

Address

Samuels Building (F25)
Kensington, NSW
2052

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 4:30pm
Thursday	10am - 4:30pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+61290650330

Website

http://www.diseasemuseum.unsw.edu.au/

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