February 2008

Quit Victoria backs Rudd's plan to reform political donations

News the Rudd Government is planning to reform political donation laws has been welcomed by Quit, who are concerned about the political influence of powerful tobacco companies.

Brisbane to host international breast cancer conference

In May 2009 more than 600 breast cancer survivors and experts from Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and America will converge on Queensland for a Breast Cancer Support Conference.

Carer volunteer service in for a boost

The Cancer Council Victoria is calling on generous Victorians to help support the thousands of local residents caring for a friend or relative with cancer by donating to the Family Cancer Connect Appeal.

Free forum in Melbourne: coping with advanced cancer

Learning how to live well while facing the uncertainty of advanced cancer will be the focus of a special forum to be held at The Cancer Council Victoria on Wednesday, March 12.

New report on smoking rates reveal less Victorians lighting up

Smoking rates in Victoria have dropped by almost 20% in the last ten years, according to research released today by The Cancer Council Victoria.

Farewell to a legendary supporter

It is with great sadness that The Cancer Council Victoria staff and supporters learned of the passing of one of our passionate volunteers, Mr Laurie Gillham.

Graphic new TV campaign spotlights smoking and lung cancer

Smokers will be confronted with a graphic warning about their habit this weekend, with a new campaign highlighting the very poor prognosis for anyone diagnosed with lung cancer hitting TV screens from Sunday.

Seven new prostate cancer genes identified

Australian researchers have contributed to an international study led by UK scientists that has found and confirmed seven new sites in the human genome that are linked to men's risk of developing prostate cancer.

New campaign warns 'No tan is worth dying for'

New research from The Cancer Council has shown a big fall in the number of teens deliberately tanning, down 45% over the past 3 years. Yet despite the promising trend, almost 25% of teens are still getting sunburnt over a typical summer weekend.

Free forum in Sale: coping with advanced cancer

Learning how to live well while facing the uncertainty of advanced cancer will be the focus of a special forum to be held at Central Health Gippsland Services on Wednesday, March 5.

FREE forum: Building sexual confidence after cancer

Learning how to rebuild sexual confidence after cancer treatment will be the focus of a special forum to be held at The Cancer Council Victoria on Monday, February 25.

Quit calls for state ban on smoking in cars with kids

Quit has renewed calls for Victoria to follow the lead of Tasmania and South Australia and ban smoking in cars when children are present.

Calls for nationwide ban on smoking in cars with children

Urgent action was needed in the form of a nationwide ban to stop children being exposed to toxic cigarette smoke in cars, The Cancer Council Australia said today (World Cancer Day - Feb 4).

New solarium regulations welcome, but many still ignorant of risk

As Victoria becomes the first state to crack down on the solarium industry with new regulations, research has found that some Victorians are still ignorant about the risks of solarium use.

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