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The Conversation Hour episode on clinical trials

This episode of the Conversation Hour on ABC Radio Melbourne explores the important role clinical trials play in advancing cancer care and improving outcomes. Listen to the episode here

Connecting the dots around Lynch syndrome to help prevent cancer

Sally was only in her twenties when she found out she may be at high risk of having inherited Lynch syndrome. Read more

Living with Lynch syndrome, and why it’s always better to know

Karen comes from a family with at least three generations of Lynch syndrome, but doesn't let it define her life. Read more

Demand for cancer support up by 71 per cent

Enquiries to Cancer Council’s 13 11 20 support line rose during the pandemic and have continued unabated, since the implementation of the ACCESS Program. Read more

Daffodil Circle’s Favourite recipes!

Just in time for the holiday (and entertaining) season, we put the call-out to our Daffodil Circle members for their favourite go-to recipes. Read more

Harnessing new technology to accelerate cancer research

Your support is leading to exciting developments in cancer cell identification. Read more

Calling 13 11 20 when you get a cancer diagnosis is vital

David, who was diagnosed with liver cancer 30 years ago, shares his five tips for people recently diagnosed with cancer. Read more

Caring through touch

Safe and simple massage techniques can also be used at home by those caring for a person affected by cancer to provide a sense of calm, comfort and connection. Read more

Busting clinical trial myths

Dr Dishan Herath from Western Health helps to dispel common misconceptions around participating in clinical trials. Read more

Clinical trials through the eyes of a patient

Jules, diagnosed with metastatic melanoma in 2020, shares her experience as part of a clinical trial and her advice to Victorians recently diagnosed with cancer. Read more

New research exposes the manipulative tricks the e-cigarette industry uses to normalise vaping among teens on social media

VicHealth and Quit have released alarming new research revealing the sneaky and unethical ways the vaping industry uses social media to promote and sell dangerous products to young Australians. Read more

5 ways to save money and eat well

With many Australians struggling with the cost of living right now and looking for ways to reduce the cost of their food bill just to get by, we thought it would be timely to share some top tips that you can do to save money while still eating healthy. Read more

A legacy to the future of cancer research

For Maria, supporting cancer research is everything - she has witnessed too many friends and family dying from cancer.  The prospect of finding solutions that will help people with cancer to “recover and have a wonderful life” is one that has inspired her to leave a gift in her Will that will have a significant impact on future generations.  Read more

Ask a nurse

Our cancer nurses can discuss your needs and refer you to the right care depending on your circumstances. We can offer free, short-term phone counselling to help you and those closest to you work through any cancer related concerns. Read more

Daffodil Day turns Victoria into a sea of yellow

For more than 30 years, Daffodil Day has been a chance for Victorians to come together and, for all that cancer takes, give hope. Read more
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