Cancer stories and news

The extra mental load: Cancer and COVID-19  

Thursday 19 January 2023

Rose found herself seeking support from Cancer Council Victoria’s nurse counselling service after being diagnosed with breast cancer during the pandemic. 

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Giving more than hope on Daffodil Day

Tuesday 6 September 2022

For all that cancer takes, thousands of Australians gave thanks on a special day. Every hour, 17 Australians are diagnosed with cancer. That’s 17 more families faced with the devastating possibility of losing someone they love.

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A gift for generations to come

Wednesday 30 March 2022

Cancer has cast a huge shadow over Karen’s family for generations.

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Running for a cancer-free future

Wednesday 23 March 2022

Ridma runs for her “miracle baby”, Dion. The expectant mother was 12 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with aggressive lymphoma in 2015.

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“Dig deep and fight.” Kate and Ava’s story

Wednesday 16 February 2022

Kate was pregnant with her daughter Ava when she was diagnosed with stage two colorectal cancer.

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Cancer Support during Covid-19

Thursday 10 February 2022

With a surge of COVID-19 cases throughout the community and conditions changing rapidly, it’s a critical time for Cancer Council Victoria to provide support for people affected by cancer.

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“If cancer doesn’t get me, COVID’s going to.”

Wednesday 12 January 2022

Kathrine’s immunocompromised, in remission from ovarian cancer, and has tested positive for COVID. This is her experience. 

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“It’s got to be better.” Advocating for greater regional support

Wednesday 8 December 2021

Paul didn't mind the two hour commute from his regional hometown to Melbourne for his cancer treatment – but it was an entirely different story when it came to getting support.

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Martin – a Daffodil Circle member

Introducing Martin – a Daffodil Circle member

For Martin, cancer came into his life at just 12 years of age, and it has had a profound impact on him ever since.

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Brendon is scared this Christmas could be his last

Monday 8 November 2021

Without better treatments there is a real risk that this Christmas may be Brendon’s last one with his family. We need your support so researchers like Dr Paul Beavis can help others like Brendon.

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Research a tribute to a great man’s life

Monday 6 September 2021

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.

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Writing a children’s book to help others

Monday 23 August 2021

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

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Men in support group smiling in row

“It’s the mateship that you build with people.”

Thursday 29 July 2021

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

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Geoff’s proactive approach saved his life

Tuesday 6 July 2021

Geoff was given only a 30% chance of surviving oesophageal cancer. But thanks to his own diligence and the unwavering support of his wife, Jeanette, he’s still here today.

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Klarissa and Warren

Clinical trials gave us longer than we would have had

Thursday 20 May 2021

“Warren always put his hand up for any extra tests. His theory was that even though none of it worked for him, we would learn something from it to benefit people in the future. "

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