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Professor Melanie Wakefield

Leading the world in tobacco control

Tuesday 19 February 2019

Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in Australia.

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Professor Grant McArthur

Curing Australia's national cancer

Thursday 14 February 2019

Cancer Council funded researcher, Professor Grant McArthur, has dedicated his career to curing melanoma.

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Cancer Council volunteers John and Elaine

Valued ‘vollies’ facing personal journey

Thursday 14 February 2019

Once a year, we pay special tribute to all our amazing volunteers including veteran ‘vollies’ John and Elaine. Sadly their work's just become far more personal.

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Slip, slop, slap, seek and slide.

4 in 5 Australians don’t apply enough sunscreen – are you one of them?

Wednesday 13 February 2019

We’ve got some tips to help you apply sunscreen effectively and stay protected.

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Naveena, cancer survivor

How one gift helped tackle bowel cancer

Wednesday 13 February 2019

It started with a gift in a Will. One family left a sizable donation because they wanted to help. “Had I not done the bowel screen, I'd have been organising palliative care,” says cancer survivor Louise.

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Outsmarting ovarian cancer

Wednesday 13 February 2019

Professor Clare Scott is working to improve treatment outcomes for one of the most deadly cancers affecting Australian women.

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Naveena, cancer survivor

Understanding and managing ‘chemo brain’

Wednesday 13 February 2019

It’s real and you’re not alone. ‘Chemo brain’ is common in people with cancer, affecting their ability to manage at home, school or work. Here are some tips on how to find your way through the fog.

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Dr Mark Miles

Treating cancers without creating new ones

Wednesday 13 February 2019

A new post-doctoral study at La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science aims to investigate kinder treatments for cancer patients; addressing the sometimes severe and tragic side effects of current therapies.

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Improving the lives of Australian men living with prostate cancer

Tuesday 12 February 2019

Associate Professor David Smith is leading one of the world’s longest studies into the experiences of men diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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Jess with her husband Russ

What a difference a year made

Wednesday 30 January 2019

Russ and Jessica had a busy 2016 with their pregnancy, new home and wedding. With so much to look forward to, they never expected a brain cancer diagnosis.

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Kylie and Anthony

Wedding favours with a difference

Tuesday 19 March 2019

Cancer has affected Kylie and Anthony in more ways than one. That’s why when it came to their special day, they wanted to do something to help others have their own happy ending.

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Sandi Givens with her mother, Elaine Givens.

"My mum is with me when I Relay"

Monday 14 January 2019

A leaflet in Sandi’s letterbox prompted her to “leave a positive mark on the universe” following the death of her mother.

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Supporting you over the holiday season

Supporting you over the holiday season

Thursday 20 December 2018

We understand cancer doesn’t stop over the holidays and neither do we. This time of year may bring about a range of mixed emotions. If you would like to talk, contact us to discuss ways to manage the festive season.

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Celebrations and special occasions

Celebrations and special occasions

Thursday 20 December 2018

Would you like practical tips to help you manage the holiday season festivities? Our Special Occasions and Celebrations fact sheet provides suggestions to help people affected by cancer manage expectations and to look after themselves.

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Connecting with others

Connecting with others

Thursday 20 December 2018

The busyness of the holiday period increases the daily load, and it can be overwhelming if you are also caring for someone with cancer. We can help connect you with someone who has been in a similar situation and knows how it feels.

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