2014

Cancer named top health concern for Aussies

Cancer has been named the nation’s top health concern, prompting Cancer Council to call on all Australians to take greater action to reduce their personal risk. Almost half of those surveyed (49 per cent) in AIA Australia’s 2013 Healthy Living Index Survey were more worried about a cancer diagnosis than any other health condition including…

Tax may be part of bitter-sweet solution

Cancer Council has renewed its call for a sugary drinks tax to be considered, with Queenslanders at serious risk of long-term health problems from overconsumption. An investigation into tax options is part of a range of recommendations to reduce sugary drink consumption released by Cancer Council, Diabetes Australia and the Heart Foundation (Victoria). Cancer Council…

Hints to stay healthy this New Year!

Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift shares our secrets to keeping your health and wellbeing New Year’s resolutions! Welcome to 2014! A fresh new year to set some big goals for your health and wellbeing! Many of you may have already kick-started your resolutions with the best of intentions. Alarmingly though, stats show only 12…

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