Monthly Archives: May 2018

Tips to help you host a healthy Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

Morning tea is often synonymous with sweet treats, but making healthy choices doesn’t have to mean missing out on fun! That’s why Cancer Council Queensland is encouraging all Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea hosts to try swapping out snacks that are high in fat, sugar, salt and low in fibre, for recipes that are nutritious and…

Cancer Council turning the Sunshine State into a SunSmart State

Skin cancer prevention

Dear Editor, In an effort to help primary schools and early childhood centres improve sun safe policies and protect the next generation, we’re encouraging schools to join Cancer Council Queensland’s SunSmart Program. Joining this free program is the first of many simple steps your school or early childhood centre can take to protect staff and…

5 ways to winter-proof your workout

Your health doesn’t have an off season, so as the temperatures drop don’t be tempted to hang up your exercise gear and hibernate – use the change in seasons as a chance to mix up your workouts and reignite your love of fitness. It’s important to stay active all year round, as regular exercise helps…

Premature cancer deaths a significant burden in Queensland

Whether you have cancer, or have a family member or friend who is affected by cancer, there are times you may need direct support. We are here to help you.

The number of Queenslanders dying prematurely from lung, bowel and breast cancer resulted in a staggering 63,260 years of life lost in 2015 – a new Australian Institute of Health and Welfare study has found. A new preliminary report, Australian Burden of Disease Study 2015: fatal burden, estimated that 32,514 years of life were lost…

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