September 2007

Spend the night in with the girls

Girls Night In is fast approaching and Melany Spaull knows only too well what is involved. Melany is hosting her 3rd night this year, expected to be the biggest and best yet.

Free Vietnamese breast cancer information session

Vietnamese people with breast cancer are encouraged to attend a free Living with Cancer Education Program at Western Hospital on Tuesday 9 October.

Tuxedo Junction raises $75, 000

When Kate Bonser handed over a cheque for $75,000, she didn’t realise what an emotional experience it would be. She was part of the team organising the gala ball, Tuxedo Junction.

Don’t Just Sit There – get a Pap test

PapScreen Victoria is running an advertising campaign reminding women aged between 18 and 69 to have regular two-yearly Pap tests, even if they’ve had the cervical cancer vaccine.

Pap tests or vaccine? Campaign explains

A mass advertising campaign beginning September 9 urges women to continue having Pap tests, despite the new cervical cancer vaccine.

Obesity experts join forces and propose GST for sugary breakfast cereals

A new coalition of leading health experts is calling for urgent government action to stem the escalating rates of overweight and obesity in children.

Volunteers needed for cancer support in Mildura

Volunteers are needed to join the Cancer Connect support program. In partnership with Sunraysia Cancer Resources, we're looking to pilot an expansion of this service in Mildura.

Local girls get together for women in need

With around 40 Alpine women facing a cancer diagnosis this year, The Cancer Council Victoria is encouraging local women to show their support by hosting a Girls Night In this October.

Prostate cancer questions answered in special call-in

Cancer specialists will staff phones at the Cancer Council Helpline on Thursday September 13, between 6pm and 9pm to answer questions about prostate cancer.

Prostate Cancer Call-In

Thursday 13 September 2007 is our annual Prostate Cancer Call-In, where men across Australia are encouraged to call 13 11 20 and talk to leading prostate cancer specialists.