Museum of Human Disease

The Museum of Human Disease contains nearly 1,500 diseased human tissue specimens. Our comprehensive collection demonstrates hundreds of diseases and their complications including HIV/AIDs, cancer, strokes, heart attacks, diabetes, genetic diseases and the effects of drugs.

Our collection demonstrates hundreds of diseases

The museum contains examples of both infectious and non-infectious diseases. Some diseases such as typhoid and diphtheria are now quite rare in Australia due to vaccination and public health programs. Other infectious diseases such as HIV and tuberculosis still remain as major problems within the community. Many diseases associated with lifestyle are also available to view and provide great evidence of the impact of unhealthy lifestyle factors. The museum houses exhibits on smoking, obesity, alcohol, drugs and mental health.

Location
Ground Floor, Samuels Building
The University of New South Wales
Corner of High & Botany St, Kensington

Transport and Parking
Pedestrian access via Gate 9, High St or Gate 11, Botany St
Express buses (891, 890) run regularly from Central during semester.
Many non-express buses also stop at UNSW (370, 393-97, 400). Coach & minibus parking can be arranged on request.
Further details regarding parking & transport can be discussed on booking.