Cancer stories and news

July marked the expansion of Australia’s National Bowel Screening Program with the eligible screening age lowered from 50 to 45. Read more

It had been over a decade since her last cervical screening test when Abbey, busy mum of three, found herself facing a cervical cancer diagnosis.   Read more

Liver cancer is the fastest-rising cause of cancer-related death in Victoria, and it’s largely affecting vulnerable people. Read more

Despite Australia’s universal healthcare system, cancer patients face many unexpected hidden costs, often upwards of $4,000 per year, seriously impacting them and their families. Everyone deserves access to cancer treatment. Read more

Over 90 per cent of Australians living with cancer rely on informal carers (family or friends) who provide critical support during their illness, treatment, and sometimes end-of-life care. Read more

Every Saturday morning throughout the year, an eclectic group of cold-water swimmers gather in a gratitude circle on the sand at Mordialloc beach. The ‘Mordi Sea Dippers’ took on the 'Daffodil Day Dip' in a show of support for the impact of cancer on the community. Read more

In 2018, Daniel Federico lost his brother, Julian, to T-Cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (T-ALL). Julian was just 20 years old. It left a lasting impact on Daniel who has since channelled his grief into raising awareness and funds for cancer research and support services. Read more

With one in three cancers being preventable, empowering Australians to make informed choices about their bodies and health is critical. But opportunistic ‘virtue marketing’ by the alcohol industry is blurring the lines and making it more difficult for people to make these choices. Read more

When Eden Foster, MP for Mulgrave, was diagnosed with lymphoma, she turned her personal battle into a mission to help others. Read more

Clinical trials lead to cancer breakthroughs by improving treatment options and survival for cancer patients and are an important part of optimal care during cancer treatment. But not everyone has the same opportunity to take part. Read more

In Cancer Council Victoria- led research funded by the Victorian Cancer Agency, we’ve quantified how many cancers are potentially preventable by physical activity. Read more

Over the last five years Prof Mark Dawson has uncovered crucial insights into cancer biology, using cutting-edge technologies to study how cancer stem cells respond to treatment, particularly in diseases like acute myeloid leukaemia. Read more

Thanks to advancement in cancer research, more children are surviving a leukaemia diagnosis. But ensuring they have a good quality-of-life after treatment is just as important as saving their lives. Read more

Looking back on his journey with cancer, Peter can reflect on the experience with positivity. Read more