Cancer Council Queensland is appealing to schools around the state to turn yellow by participating in the Daffodil Day Appeal this month. The Daffodil Day Appeal, held throughout August and culminating in Daffodil Day on Friday, August 23, is all about raising vital funds for life-saving cancer research. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan…

The start line for The Sunday Mail is edging closer and closer, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to register and make a difference with each step! As an official VIP charity with The Sunday Mail Bridge, Cancer Council Queensland are encouraging locals to consider the impact they can make by taking part in…

August is National Tradies Health Month, which is the perfect time for Queensland tradies to educate themselves on risks in the workplace and start constructing healthy habits. An estimated 3.6 million Australians are exposed to cancer-causing agents at work, with about 5000 cancer cases diagnosed each year as a result. Awareness of risks associated with…

It’s time to get the girls together for a cause that matters! On August 2 Sofitel Brisbane Central will present the Queensland launch of Cancer Council’s Girls’ Night In, the French way. The private event will be hosted by Lady Mayoress, Nina Schrinner, and will bring together high profile Brisbanites, cancer advocates and philanthropists for…

Cancer Council Queensland has today commended the Queensland Government on winning the coveted National Tobacco Control Scoreboard Achievement Award for the third year in a row. The award, which is presented by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) and Australian Council on Smoking and Health (ACOSH), was announced at the National Press Club in Canberra. Cancer…

Queensland – it’s time to put one foot in front of the other and walk for a cancer free future at Relay For Life! Cancer Council Queensland is officially launching its Relay For Life season two events this month – and is encouraging communities across the state to sign up for the one-of-a-kind fundraiser. There are 23 Relay For Life events set to be held…

Cancer Council Queensland is urging schools to help reduce the prevalence of tobacco smoking among young people by taking part in The Critics’ Choice. The program, coordinated by the Australian Network on Young People And Tobacco (ANYPAT), asks students to critique anti-smoking advertisements and vote on the most effective way to discourage young people from smoking. Entries open…