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We have a range of free information and support services to help you manage the impact of cancer.
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.
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.
Learn about cancer and COVID-19, and updates about our support services.
Speak to our trusted and compassionate cancer nurses on 13 11 20 or via email.
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.
We offer a free, personalised wig loan service.
Connect with others and participate in our free education programs.
Information and support programs related to legal and financial matters.
Information for employees and employers.
Free, short term phone counselling services to help you work through any cancer related concerns.
Free short breaks for those affected by cancer and their families.
A guide to support services available to Victorians affected by cancer.
Cancer information and support services for LGBTIQ+ communities.
View full support service list
This guide is an essential resource for people affected by cancer, including their family, friends and carers
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Identify and manage common side effects of cancer and its treatment, such as pain.
It is normal to experience a range of emotions when you have cancer.
Grief is the process of responding to loss and it can affect all parts of your life.
Eating well is beneficial during and after cancer treatment.
Aerobic, strength, flexibility and pelvic floor exercises for people with cancer.
Being diagnosed with cancer while you are pregnant is rare, but it can happen.
Cancer may affect the role sexuality and intimacy play in your life.
Coping with cancer is challenging and it is important to look after yourself.
Tips to help you make the most of special occasions and manage holidays.
You may continue to face challenges even after cancer treatment has ended.
View full list for managing your wellbeing
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Cancer information
What is cancer?
Types of cancer
Rare and less common cancers
Managing daily life
Emotions
Grief
Nutrition
Exercise
Cancer and pregnancy
Sexuality and intimacy
Learning to relax
Managing special occasions
Living well after cancer
Get support
Cancer and COVID-19
Contact cancer support
Facing end of life
Caring for someone with cancer
Financial and legal
Cancer counselling services
Work
Holiday break program
Cancer services guide
LGBTIQ+ communities
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
Find out how we help patients access clinical trials.
Search our research
Search the vast number of projects we've been involved in over the years.
Meet our researchers
Team of researchers who have expanded our understanding of cancer.
Our Forgotten Cancers Program
Improving survival for less common and low survival cancers.
Research ethics and guidelines
Learn about our research ethics and research practice guidelines.
Research integrity
Principles for the responsible and ethical conduct of research.
McCabe Centre for Law & Cancer
Find out how we use the law to prevent cancer and to protect people affected by it.
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 Program
A program 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 2021.
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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