Cancer stories and news

In wonderful news, cancer survival rates increased in 2019. But with some cancers being left behind, efforts are being made to make sure everyone can share in the progress.

Walking a half marathon – 21km! –  is no easy feat. But for leukaemia survivor Natasha, it was just one step on her cancer journey – and a way to give back to those who’d helped her through it.

New research has shown that people in affected by cancer in Australia have the best chance of survival in the world. That's an amazing achievement, but thanks to research going on each day right here in Victoria, these rates are only getting better.

The St Paul’s grade six Relay For Life team are an impressive group of kids. They organise each fundraising activity, and earn every dollar raised. But teacher Maria’s encouragement and passion for the cause has made it what it is today.

Even though she felt perfectly healthy, Helen took her bowel cancer screening test. It's lucky she did; it may have saved her life.

In 2019, you made such a wonderful contribution to a cancer free future.

Thank you for all that you did this year. It's so inspiring to be able to work with people who share the same commitment and vision that we do.

Cancer patient, Jenni's seen first hand how out-of-pocket costs vary according to the doctor, hospital, treatment, private health fund, policy and the policy excess.

James says the bowel cancer screening test may sound unappealing, but it's nothing compared to the emotional, physical and financial consequences of finding out you have cancer.

Although he's not yet able to run again following surgery, Nathan's determined to take on a challenge and give back to those who’ve supported him, and to raise money for cancer research.

Bone cancer research has come a long way over the years, however treatment can still leave patients with lifelong effects. But with Associate Professor Christine Hawkins behind the latest round of research, the prognosis is looking more positive than it ever has.

After bone cancer treatment left Kelly infertile, she needed IVF to realise her dream of being a mum. Now Kelly’s biggest wish is that her little girl will never have to experience the pain and lasting impact of cancer treatment.

Parents are great at making sure their kids are protected from the sun – but they aren’t as good when it comes to protecting themselves, with a recent study showing only 44% of fathers regularly protect their own skin.

Thanks to generous Cancer Council supporters, the first ever Colebatch Fellowship recipient identified a treatment that helps prevent early menopause in young women receiving treatment for breast cancer.