The Australasian Mastocytosis Society (TAMS) was created in 2011 as an advocacy, education and support body for those throughout Australasia who suffer from or care for those with a Mast Cell Activation Disorder including Systemic Mastocytosis, Cutaneous Mastocytosis, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). TAMS has been established due to the overwhelming need for sufferers and their supporters to find a local voice and active support network.