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Cancer Council is the largest not-for-profit funder of cancer research in Victoria. Every year, we spend about $20 million on world-class cancer research projects.
Scientific work funded in universities, hospitals and research institutes.
Find out how we help patients access clinical trials.
Search the vast number of projects we've been involved in over the years.
Team of researchers who have expanded our understanding of cancer.
Improving survival for less common and low survival cancers.
Learn about our research ethics and research practice guidelines
Principles for the responsible and ethical conduct of research.
Find out how we use the law to prevent cancer and to protect people affected by it.
We register details of all cancer diagnoses to keep statistics.
Learn more about the centre and its work.
Charity ABN: 61426486715
Cancer information
What is cancer?
Where cancer starts, how it spreads, common risk factors and symptoms.
Types of cancer
Explore our A-Z list of cancer types, with information on diagnosis and treatment.
Rare and less common cancers
A cancer is rare or less common when it only affects a small number of people.
Managing daily life
Emotions
It is normal to experience a range of emotions when you have cancer.
Grief
Grief is the process of responding to loss and it can affect all parts of your life.
Nutrition
Eating well is beneficial during and after cancer treatment.
Exercise
Aerobic, strength, flexibility and pelvic floor exercises for people with cancer.
Cancer and pregnancy
Being diagnosed with cancer while you are pregnant is rare, but it can happen.
Sexuality and intimacy
Cancer may affect the role sexuality and intimacy play in your life.
Learning to relax
Coping with cancer is challenging and it is important to look after yourself.
Living well after cancer
You may continue to face challenges even after cancer treatment has ended.
Get support
Cancer and COVID-19
Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
Contact cancer support
Speak to our trusted and compassionate cancer nurses on 13 11 20 or via email.
Facing end of life
Information on dealing with, planning for and looking after somone at the end of life.
Caring for someone with cancer
Caring can be rewarding but also challenging, both physically and emotionally.
Financial and legal
Information and support programs related to legal and financial matters.
Cancer counselling services
Free, short term phone counselling services to help you work through any cancer related concerns.
Work
Information for employees and employers.
Holiday break program
Free short breaks for those affected by cancer and their families.
Cancer services guide
A guide to support services available to Victorians affected by cancer.
LGBTIQ+ communities
Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
Aboriginal communities
Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.
Prevention
Be a healthy weight
Convincing evidence links obesity to various cancers.
Eat a healthy diet
We recommend a healthy body weight, regular exercise and a healthy diet.
Be SunSmart
It's preventable but nearly 2,000 Australians die of skin cancer each year.
Quit smoking
Each year 15,000 Australians are diagnosed with smoking-related cancer.
Be physically active
Evidence links physical activity to reduced breast and colon cancer risk.
Workplaces
Research
Research news
Clinical Trials
Search our research
Meet our researchers
Our Forgotten Cancers Program
Research ethics and guidelines
Learn about our research ethics and research practice guidelines.
Research integrity
McCabe Centre for Law & Cancer
Get involved
Leave a gift in your Will
Volunteer with us
Join the fight against cancer and volunteer with us.
Community engagement
Share your story to help others, give back and be heard.
Give a major gift
Learn more about philanthropy at Cancer Council Victoria.
Become a corporate supporter
Honour your loved one
Create a lasting space to remember your loved one or give in memory.
Give in celebration
Make a lasting contribution when you celebrate your next special occasion.
Donate a holiday
Shop online
Cancer Council's online store offers ultimate sun protection solutions.
Health professionals
Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and support services for your patients.
News
Read our latest news for health professionals.
Cancer support referral
Order free publications
Order a limited number of our free booklets and brochures.
Cervical screening providers
Information for Nurse Cervical Screening providers.
Optimal Care Pathways
The Optimal Care Pathways (formerly Patient Management Frameworks) were developed to provide a consistent statewide approach to care management in each tumour stream.
ACCESS Project
A project to improve access to supportive care for people affected by cancer.
Clinical Network
Network of specialist health care professionals.
Community health
Resources and support for Community Health Professionals.
Clinical practice guides
Medical guides for specific cancers.
Resources for dietitians
To support nutritional management of oncology patients.
General practice
Resources and support for general practice.
Cancer counselling service
Free, short-term phone counselling service to help your patients.
About us
Contact us
Addresses, phone numbers, parking and public transport information.
What we do
Our strategic plan, outlining our mission, values, goals and priorities.
Latest news and stories
News from Cancer Council Victoria and stories of those affected by cancer.
Where the money goes
See what we spent our money on in 2020.
Media releases
Latest media releases and contacts for media liaison.
Policy and Advocacy
Influencing law and policy to improve cancer outcomes for all Victorians.
Our history
Snapshots of people and events from our long history.
Culturally diverse communities
We work to reduce the impact of cancer in diverse communities.
Melbourne retail store
Our Melbourne-based retail shop is now permanently closed. To purchase our products, visit www.cancercouncilshop.org.au.
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