Glossary

Where cancer starts, how it spreads, common risk factors and symptoms.

Explore our A-Z list of cancer types, with information on diagnosis and treatment.

Learn about cancer treatments and find your local treatment centre.

Early detection offers one of the best chances of cure.

A cancer is rare or less common when it only affects a small number of people.

Advanced cancer usually can’t be cured, but it can often be controlled.

For some families, an inherited faulty gene means their risk of cancer is much higher.

No matter what age a child is, a cancer diagnosis will have a big effect on them.

Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.

Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.

Free, short term phone counselling services to help you work through any cancer related concerns.

Finding ways to manage the impact of cancer on daily life is important.

Connect with others and participate in our free education programs.

A guide to support services available to Victorians affected by cancer.

Information on dealing with, planning for and looking after somone at the end of life.

Caring can be rewarding but also challenging, both physically and emotionally.

Our wig service has closed, but we can help you find alternative wig services

Information and support programs related to legal and financial matters.

Information for employees and employers.

Our holiday break program has closed.

Key published articles, newsletters and updates from The Cancer Council.

News from Cancer Council Victoria and stories of those affected by cancer.

Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.

Scientific work funded in universities, hospitals and research institutes.

Find out how we help patients access clinical trials.

A world leader in data collection on cancer in Victoria.

Testing policies and campaigns that can reduce population cancer risk.

Undertaking research to understand factors that can contribute to the development of cancer.

Find out how we use the law to prevent cancer and to protect people affected by it.

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Join the fight against cancer and volunteer with us.

Share your story to help others, give back and be heard.

Learn more about philanthropy at Cancer Council Victoria.

Create a lasting space to remember your loved one or give in memory.

Make a lasting contribution when you celebrate your next special occasion.

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