Resources in other languages
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Where cancer starts, how it spreads, common risk factors and symptoms.
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Explore our A-Z list of cancer types, with information on diagnosis and treatment.
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Learn about cancer treatments and find your local treatment centre.
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A cancer is rare or less common when it only affects a small number of people.
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Advanced cancer usually can’t be cured, but it can often be controlled.
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For some families, an inherited faulty gene means their risk of cancer is much higher.
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Children, teens and young adults
No matter what age a child is, a cancer diagnosis will have a big effect on them.
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Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
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Identify and manage common side effects of cancer and its treatment, such as pain.
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It is normal to experience a range of emotions when you have cancer.
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Grief is the process of responding to loss and it can affect all parts of your life.
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Eating well is beneficial during and after cancer treatment.
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Aerobic, strength, flexibility and pelvic floor exercises for people with cancer.
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Being diagnosed with cancer while you are pregnant is rare, but it can happen.
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Cancer may affect the role sexuality and intimacy play in your life.
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Coping with cancer is challenging and it is important to look after yourself.
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Tips to help you make the most of special occasions and manage holidays.
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You may continue to face challenges even after cancer treatment has ended.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
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Speak to our trusted and compassionate cancer nurses on 13 11 20 or via email.
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A guide to support services available to Victorians affected by cancer.
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Information on dealing with, planning for and looking after somone at the end of life.
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Caring for someone with cancer
Caring can be rewarding but also challenging, both physically and emotionally.
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We offer a free, personalised wig loan service.
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Connect with others and participate in our free education programs.
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Information and support programs related to legal and financial matters.
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Information for employees and employers.
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Free, short term phone counselling services to help you work through any cancer related concerns.
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Free short breaks for those affected by cancer and their families.
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Cancer information and support services for Victorian Aboriginal communities.
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Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
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Early detection offers one of the best chances of cure.
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Cut down on alcohol to reduce your risk of cancer.
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Convincing evidence links obesity to various cancers.
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We recommend a healthy body weight, regular exercise and a healthy diet.
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It's preventable but nearly 2,000 Australians die of skin cancer each year.
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Each year 15,000 Australians are diagnosed with smoking-related cancer.
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Evidence links physical activity to reduced breast and colon cancer risk.
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Tips to cut your cancer risk in the workplace.
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We're working to improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
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Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
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Get the latest cancer research news.
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Scientific work funded in universities, hospitals and research institutes.
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Find out how we help patients access clinical trials.
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Search the vast number of projects we've been involved in over the years.
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Team of researchers who have expanded our understanding of cancer.
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Improving survival for less common and low survival cancers.
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Research ethics and guidelines
Learn about our research ethics and research practice guidelines
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Principles for the responsible and ethical conduct of research.
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McCabe Centre for Law & Cancer
Find out how we use the law to prevent cancer and to protect people affected by it.
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We register details of all cancer diagnoses to keep statistics.
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Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer
Learn more about the centre and its work.
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Learn more about the centre and its work.
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Support our work including research, cancer support and prevention.
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A gift of hope for generations to come.
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Find a fundraising event to suit you.
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Join the fight against cancer and volunteer with us.
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Share your story to help others, give back and be heard.
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Learn more about philanthropy at Cancer Council Victoria.
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There are many ways corporates can support our work.
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Create a lasting space to remember your loved one or give in memory.
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Make a lasting contribution when you celebrate your next special occasion.
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Give a cancer patient some time away in your holiday home.
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Cancer Council’s online store offers ultimate sun protection solutions.
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Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and support services for your patients.
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Read our latest news for health professionals.
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Request a call back from a cancer nurse for one of your patients or carers.
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Order a limited number of our free booklets and brochures.
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Education programs for people who work in a healthcare setting.
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Information for Nurse Cervical Screening providers.
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The Optimal Care Pathways provide a consistent statewide approach to care management in each tumour stream.
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A project to improve access to supportive care for people affected by cancer.
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Network of specialist health care professionals.
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Resources and support for general practice.
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Medical guides for specific cancers.
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Referral information for legal and financial assistance programs.
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To support nutritional management of oncology patients.
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Resources and support for Community Health Professionals.
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Free, short-term phone counselling service to help your patients.
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Addresses, phone numbers, parking and public transport information.
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Our strategic plan, outlining our mission, values, goals and priorities.
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News from Cancer Council Victoria and stories of those affected by cancer.
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See what we spent our money on in 2020.
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Interested in a career with Cancer Council Victoria? Find out more.
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Latest media releases and contacts for media liaison.
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Influencing law and policy to improve cancer outcomes for all Victorians.
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Find out about our governance and our board.
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Annual review, newsletters, booklets, information sheets and videos.
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View our annual reviews which demonstrate our achievements each year.
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Snapshots of people and events from our long history.
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Nigel John Gray, AO, is a pioneer of tobacco control both nationally, and internationally.
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Culturally diverse communities
We work to reduce the impact of cancer in diverse communities.
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Our Melbourne-based retail shop is now permanently closed. To purchase our products, visit www.cancercouncilshop.org.au.
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