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Call for health of Crown employees and patrons to be protected – MPs to debate legislation today

Thursday 18 September 2014
Health groups are urging Victorian MPs to put public health first this week, as they consider proposed legislative changes for Crown Casino, Cancer Council Victoria said today.

Scott survives cancer three times and takes on the 27km Seven Parks Walk

Thursday 11 September 2014
Seven Parks Walk ambassador Scott Stephens’ life was turned upside down after being diagnosed with cancer three times. After doctors warned him his prognosis was poor, he decided to adopt a healthier lifestyle to help aid his recovery. Today, Scott has beaten the odds, and is happier and healthier than ever.

18 years of SunSmart sees dramatic increase in hats and sun-protective clothing in childcare and kinders

Thursday 11 September 2014
As UV levels rise across the state, Victorian pre-school and childcare services are leading the way in slapping on their hats and slipping on shirts, according to new SunSmart research released today to coincide with the program’s 18th anniversary in preschools and childcare centres.

Need a helping hand to quit? Nicotine patches available on the PBS

Wednesday 10 September 2014
Smokers looking to kick the habit for good can access subsidised nicotine patches on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), Quit Victoria reminded smokers today.

Alcohol Policy Coalition supports protecting kids from alcohol ads

Friday 5 September 2014
The Alcohol Policy Coalition (APC) has welcomed the Greens' policy announcement that will put alcohol advertising restrictions on the agenda for the 2014 Victorian election.

No Duff-ence: beer found to breach code by appealing to kids

Friday 5 September 2014
The Alcohol Policy Coalition (APC) applauds a recent decision under the Alcohol Beverages Advertising Code (ABAC) to uphold a complaint against Woolworths' "Duff" beer.

OPC applauds Greens' policy to phase out junk food advertising from junior sport and outdoor areas

Friday 5 September 2014
The Obesity Policy Coalition (OPC) applauds The Greens on the launch of its new plan to combat harmful advertising to children and urges other political parties to follow suit.

Counter-advertising protects parents from junk food marketing

Monday 1 September 2014
New research reveals that counter-advertising could be part of the solution to combating unhealthy food choices in the children's snack food aisle, but children can't be expected to accurately interpret the counter-advertisement on their own.

Health experts urge young women to have regular Pap tests after the release of concerning new research

Monday 1 September 2014
Cancer Council Victoria and Victorian Cytology Service Inc are reminding young women that even if they’ve had the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, regular cervical screening is still essential to prevent cervical cancer.

Women urged to put their own health first during Women's Health Week

Monday 1 September 2014

Cancer Council Victoria is urging women to put their health first and take steps to reduce their cancer risk during Women's Health Week (1–5 September).

Tobacco industry’s plain packaging predictions a bust, new research shows

Friday 29 August 2014
NEW research published today suggests that several of the tobacco industry's major predictions about the introduction of plain packaging have not been borne out.

AFL Players urging fans to Make More Memories

Thursday 28 August 2014
As part of a new partnership between the AFL Players’ Association and Cancer Council Victoria, AFL footballers are challenging footy fans to have the harder conversations with the men in their lives to ensure they’re around in the future to make more memories.

Top smoking triggers revealed as Quit launches new animated campaign

Sunday 24 August 2014
Quit Victoria has launched a ground-breaking new campaign to assist smokers to recognise and effectively respond to, the impulse to smoke.

Cancer survival increase: 1 in 25 Victorians have had cancer

Friday 22 August 2014
A record number of Victorians are living longer after a cancer diagnosis, according to new Cancer Council Victoria data released for Daffodil Day today.

Media statement: Improving Cancer Outcomes Bill 2014

Friday 22 August 2014
The Victorian Government has undertaken a review of the Cancer Act 1958 and as part of this consulted with Cancer Council Victoria about changing its governance structure.
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