Cancer stories and news

Sunburn on a child or adolescent means something has gone wrong in our duty of care to protect the younger generation. It’s a condition that’s particularly hard to stomach given sunburn is almost always preventable. It simply should never happen.

Vicki was diagnosed with aggressive stage 1 lung cancer and her life quickly spiralled as the costs of treatment built up. A call with our financial counsellor was one of the most important calls of her life. 

An up-and-coming group of anti-cancer drugs has shown promising signs in a recent study, increasing the chance of kinder and more effective therapies for bowel and breast cancer patients.

Our photo gallery acknowledges the work of our amazing supporters who are dedicated to a cancer free future.

Everyone finds their own way of working through a cancer journey. For Kate, there were two: writing and Relaying.

A new education program based on clinical research is helping cancer patients take charge of their wellness after treatment.

Many companies are selling do-it-yourself blood tests as a way to detect cancer before it spreads. But evidence shows these 'miracle' tests aren’t as safe or effective as advertised.

Joining the Cancer Council Victoria Community Advisory Network and sharing her personal experience with cancer not only helped Anna continue her advocacy, it also shaped important decisions related to cancer care and treatment.

A new SunSmart campaign targeting men has been launched off the back of a study showing men can be complacent about sun protection – despite knowing the dangers of sun exposure and the fact that twice as many men die from skin cancer as women.

Round Three of the Venture Grants Research Program at the Isabella Fraser room at the State Library Victoria.

In the lead up to holiday season, we’re encouraging Aussies to avoid using aerosol sunscreens following new evidence that it’s extremely difficult to get good levels of UV protection from these products.

Having a catch up with loved ones over tea and cake feels even more special after the events of this year.  And now, you can share a morning tea with friends and family while helping people facing cancer.

As Victoria’s restrictions ease and many of us look forward to a break and time with loved ones over the festive season, for people affected by cancer this can be a particularly difficult time of year.

Gay knows all too well what it means to be a cancer carer, having cared for two partners through their diagnoses. And while being a cancer carer is never easy, for Gay it came with an extra burden: her own cancer diagnosis.