Our photo gallery acknowledges the work of our amazing supporters who are dedicated to a cancer free future.
Three award recipients have been involved with Cancer Council Victoria in governance, research and prevention, making significant impacts on improving outcomes for those affected by cancer.
John Colebatch (1909-2005) was the pioneer of paediatric chemotherapy in Australia. Thanks in part to his work, most children now survive cancer.
Emerging evidence suggests that people who smoke are more likely to develop infection with COVID-19 and experience its symptoms. Thanks to you, Quitline is ready to help anyone who wants to quit smoking.
An ambitious new project is studying a group of unique individuals who are seemingly immune to cancer. This could be the beginning of a whole new field of cancer research.
Many cancer patients and their carers have big concerns over how COVID-19 might affect them. Fortunately, there’s a vital line of support still available to help them through this tough time.
Thanks to successful treatment and the support of his family, Trent made it through two encounters with cancer. The experience has made him more open to stepping out of his comfort zone and speaking his mind.
COVID-19 has disrupted many of our exercise routines. But the team at LiveLighter are here to help keep you motivated with some tips and inspiration for staying active in your home or neighbourhood.
In February this year, Emma's busy life was about to change. Shockingly, the mother of two was diagnosed with breast cancer, then soon afterwards, COVID-19 hit Victoria.
Jarryd Roughead, AFL legend and melanoma cancer patient has shared a video message about his recent experience using telehealth for his latest consultation.
“We even have people in their 70’s embracing the new technology and are now enthusiastic about the video calls.”
Jo-Anne was only 32 and a single mum to a seven-year-old when she was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of sinus cancer. She was only the 54th person in the world to be diagnosed with this cancer called sinonasal glomangiopericytoma.
A cancer diagnosis can be shocking to say the least. Feelings of depression, fear and anxiety are normal responses. However, psychological care following cancer treatment is significantly under-resourced.
There are many unexpected and hidden costs that accompany a diagnosis of cancer. That's why Antony and the Financial Assistance team are here to help.
We’ve been hearing from people affected by cancer about their COVID-19 related fears. This is some of what they’ve said and how we’ve responded.