Cancer stories and news

The Victorian Cancer Biobank has been given $6 million in Victorian Government funding, through the Victorian Cancer Agency, for its vital work over the next three years.

Victoria could be one of the first jurisdictions in the world to eliminate cervical cancer by 2030, given we have one of the lowest cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates.

Matt was only 37 when he received heartbreaking news from his oncologist; “I have good and bad news. The good news is the melanoma in your groin is responding to the radiotherapy. The bad news is that it’s now in your bones. I’m sorry, the cancer has progressed to stage 4.” As a single parent to 7-year-old Nixon, Matt’s greatest fears suddenly felt very real.

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Blood cancers have long been considered among the ‘forgotten cancers.’ But a growing body of research is offering hope to thousands of people in Australia.

Deciphering what COVID-19 vaccination information to trust is particularly stressful for people affected by cancer. But with your support, we’re providing reliable information to them and their loved ones.

After a life lived in dedication to others, Charles Campbell Coghlan OAM continues to make an incredible contribution to the world through the gift left in his Will.

Jane couldn't find an appropriate book to help her kids prepare for her cancer treatment – so she wrote one.

This July – despite many of us enduring lockdowns and the many restrictions and stresses that come with being stuck at home – over 38,000 Australians gave up alcohol as part of Dry July, to raise funds for people affected by cancer. For Kathryn, who celebrated 2 years of being alcohol-free this July, giving it up has given her more than she imagined.

The burden caused by the cost of cancer can have far-reaching implications – but there is support.

Support groups are increasingly being recognised as an important aspect of professional health care. Yet, many men struggle to seek help. 

With COVID-19 increasing demand for cancer support, particularly in regional Victoria, the Department of Health has teamed up with Cancer Council Victoria to bring better support outside the city.

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

While some 80s trends may never be forgotten, some have improved – like the number of people surviving a cancer diagnosis. New government data shows how far we’ve come.