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vital signs

Measurements of the body’s pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure. This indicates the state of essential body functions….

Blog: Do you know the signs of ovarian cancer? They could save your life

Each year in Queensland, approximately 280 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Do you know the symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer? February marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Cancer Council Queensland are calling upon Queensland women to…

News: BOOBS: Free guide shows the five signs of breast cancer

…Queenslanders can text SIGNS to 0475 555 556 to receive their free five signs guide to breast health. Cancer Council Queensland recommends women aged 50-74 have a mammogram every two years through BreastScreen Queensland. Women at a high risk or…

News: Amanda Abate signs on to celebrate 30 years of Daffodil Day

…– through volunteering our time or donating a few dollars this Daffodil Day,” Ms Abate said. “All funds raised for Daffodil Day are invested in Cancer Council’s vital cancer research, patient support services and prevention programs statewide. “It’s easy to…

News: Go dry this July and help provide vital Cancer Council support service

Queenslanders are encouraged to go dry this July by giving up alcohol for the month to raise funds for Cancer Council’s vital 13 11 20 support service. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said that by registering for Dry…

News: Your donations help fund vital cancer research

  You may not realise it, but you’re helping to save lives. With your help, 10 more cancer researchers have been awarded $200,000 each over two years. Your donation helps give Queensland researchers a reliable source of funds, which means…

News: Research Council funding grants vital insight on volunteering

…out work in cancer control, ensuring the delivery of vital community services and fundraising events – which is why it’s imperative we invest time and research into this area,” Prof Dunn said. “At the moment, little is known about why…

News: Pap smears still vital for women vaccinated for HPV

Cancer Council has issued an urgent reminder for HPV-vaccinated women to still get pap smears, with new research revealing lower rates of cervical cancer screening among vaccinated Australian females. Less than 30 per cent of Australian women aged 30-34 who…

screening

Testing for signs of a disease in members of the public who do not have any symptoms….

cancer survivor

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