Media

Media contacts

• Public Relations Manager

  General information, events, fundraising, support and research

  Michael.Tarquinio@cancervic.org.au
  0400 029 450

• Media Manager

  Cancer Prevention including tobacco, lung cancer, Quit program, Food for Health Alliance, LiveLighter, obesity, alcohol, skin cancer prevention, SunSmart

  Prue.Gildea@cancervic.org.au
  0400 394 274

• Senior Communications Advisor

  Cancer Screening and Early Detection (including bowel and cervical cancer, hepatitis B and HPV immunisation)

  Ashleigh.Say@cancervic.org.au
  (03) 9514 6454

Recent releases

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Integrating patient referral to information and support in a hospital setting

Tuesday 17 October 2017

Clinician referral to cancer information and support services can influence patient uptake and enhance ability to initiate self-care and maintain quality of life. A recent study using a prescription pad style of routine referral to cancer information and support services showed a positive impact on patients’ behaviour to seek support. This demonstrates how Cancer Councils can be used as an adjunct to supportive care provided in the clinical setting.

Cancer Council Victoria introduces the Cancer Services guide

Tuesday 17 October 2017

Cancer Council Victoria has released a new edition of the Cancer Services guide. This is a functional resource for your patients and families to find the right support throughout their trajectory of care. From diagnosis to life after cancer, the guide can be used as a continuous point of reference when needs change over time.

Family Connect: Talk to someone who has been there before

Tuesday 17 October 2017

National Carers Week (15-21 October) acknowledges the unpaid care provided by family and friends. This valuable role can often be isolating when the person is balancing the demands of being a carer with everyday life. Connect your carers with Family Connect to speak to someone who knows what this is like.

Publication profile: Caring for Someone with Cancer

Tuesday 17 October 2017

Family members and friends play an important support role after a cancer diagnosis. It is natural for them to have a range of feelings as the experience can be both challenging and rewarding. Our booklet Caring for Someone with Cancer can help people manage their own needs whilst providing the best care.

Cancer Education Programs PD and facilitator showcase

Tuesday 17 October 2017

Friday 1 December, Cancer Council Victoria, 615 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Come along to hear highlights and innovations, participate in a masterclass on delivering interactive group sessions using telehealth or find out more about practical support for legal, financial or work issues.

Registration is required as numbers are limited. Please email cep@cancervic.org.au or phone Jane Auchettl on 9514 6348.

Cancer Council Victoria statement on Federal Court finding on Belle Gibson case

Thursday 28 September 2017

Cancer Council Victoria welcomes the Federal Court’s decision to fine Belle Gibson $410,000 for running unlawful fundraising appeals and falsely claiming she healed herself from terminal cancer.

Avis Macphee, AM, Former Board Member, Cancer Council Victoria

Wednesday 20 September 2017

It is with great sadness that we announce that our longstanding former Board member, Avis Macphee, died on Monday.

Cancer Council Victoria launches a new Cancer Services Guide - a one-stop shop patient support resource

Monday 18 September 2017

Cancer Council Victoria has launched a Cancer Services guide to help Victorians affected by cancer, providing a roadmap for patients and survivors by directing them to local services and information in their area.

Message from our CEO

In this edition: we bust some myths around sun protection, look at expert versus public opinion on healthy foods, report the findings of a new study into breast cancer risk for women, and share the outpouring of generous support for Australia's Biggest Morning Tea and Daffodil Day.

Myths about sun protection still abound!

Fact or fiction? We’ve dispelled five of the most common myths around sun protection to help protect you and your loved ones this summer. Download the SunSmart app to keep up to date.

Greater clarity for women over cancer risk

Research co-led by Cancer Council Victoria will give women who have inherited the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation more precise information than ever before about risk of breast and ovarian cancer.

Do the home test, it could save your life

Bowel cancer kills four times more Victorians than road accidents. Yet – if found early – 90% of bowel cancers can be successfully treated. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program is a very effective at-home test and completely free of charge.

Cancer Council welcomes new vaccine to protect women from 90% of cervical cancers

Monday 4 September 2017

Cancer Council Victoria welcomes the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee’s (PBAC) recommendation to include Gardasil 9 in the National Immunisation Program.

When it comes to healthy eating, things aren’t always what they seem

A LiveLighter survey has shown some big differences in what the public view as healthy compared with nutritionists. Health experts warn to carefully check the credibility of health and nutrition information to ensure food marketing is not misleading.

Regional Wig Service gives Victorians confidence

Our free postal Wig Service can now be accessed by people living in regional areas who have lost their hair as a result of cancer treatment. Like Valerie, many people find that a well-fitted wig gives them more self-confidence during cancer treatment.

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