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active surveillance

When a person does not receive immediate treatment, but instead has their health monitored regularly.

surveillance

When a person does not receive immediate treatment, but instead has their health monitored regularly, with the option of future treatment if necessary….

News: Get active, get inspired with Team CCQ

…a deadline to work towards. Once you register, the countdown to get fit begins. Getting active has both immediate and long-term health benefits! At least one-third of all cancers in Queensland are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices, including being active

News: Letter to the Editor: Get active, get inspired

Dear Editor, At least one third of all cancers in Queensland – around 9000 every year – are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices, including being active and maintaining a healthy weight. This year, we’re calling on Queenslanders to make their…

News: Get active to save your health, money, and mind

When was the last time you took 60 minutes to get active? If it was today – well done. If it was last week – there’s work to be done. If you can’t remember – then take this as a…

News: Queenslanders, let’s keep our kids active this winter

…activity in early childhood can impact on immediate and long-term health outcomes. Keeping kids’ minds and bodies active helps them sleep better, boosts energy, creates opportunities for making new friends and develops physical and social skills. So, what can we…

Blog: Put your best foot forward with Team CCQ – active events that’ll get you moving to make a difference

…Marathon with Team CCQ here. Noosa Classic: August 16, 2020 If you’re not one for running, you can switch legs for wheels at the Noosa Classic, which is on the same day as the Sunshine Coast Marathon and takes riders…

active treatment

Treatment given to cure the cancer, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. This does not include long-term treatment such as hormone medication, which may be taken for several years to maintain remission.

remission

When the symptoms of the cancer reduce or disappear. A partial remission is when there has been a significant improvement in the cancer. A complete remission is when there is no evidence of active cancer….

cancer survivor

A person who has finished their active cancer treatment and is free from any signs of cancer.