Cancer Council Queensland has congratulated the Palaszczuk Government for introducing legislation to Parliament today to safeguard the community against second-hand smoke. Among the proposed changes to the Tobacco and Other Smoking Products Act, the legislation will ban smoking at public transport waiting points, pedestrian malls, specified national parks and at or near children’s organised sporting…
in 2015, Prevention, Sun Smart.
Australia’s answer to the much-loved Ugly Xmas Sweater will be launched statewide today – the Queensland-made limited edition Ugly Xmas Rashie! Created by KOZII Swimwear – Gold Coast-based creators of performance swimwear – the Ugly Xmas Rashie is sun safe and 100 per cent Australian made, with all profits from every sale helping Cancer Council…
Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift shares five easy tips to help prepare your mind and body for summer. It’s that time of year again. Spring has sprung and soon summer will be sung. If you’re still trying to wake up from winter hibernation, you’ll benefit from these five tips to help shake it off:…
in 2015, General Media Release, Support.
New research shows larger cups and plates, oversized food portions and supersized deals are driving Queenslanders to overconsume, putting their health at risk. A new study* has found people consistently consume more food and drink when offered larger-sized portions, packages or tableware than when offered smaller-sized versions. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said poor…
Cancer Council Queensland is delighted to announce that Dirty Dancing has raised over $63,700 in Queensland for Cancer Council’s Pink campaign, supporting Queenslanders affected by women’s cancers. The funds raised through Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage will support around 4200 Queensland women diagnosed with breast and gynaecological cancers this year alone. In…
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Dear Editor, November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to supporting the estimated 685 Queenslanders living with the disease, and the 520 Queenslanders who will be diagnosed this year. It is one of the five leading causes of cancer death in Queensland, but remains one of the hardest cancers to detect and treat.…
in 2015, Support, Women’s cancers.
Although October is almost over – the pink parties are here to stay! Queenslanders, there’s still time to host a Girls’ Night In to show your support for Queensland women affected by breast and gynaecological cancers. By hosting a Girls’ Night In, you’re supporting Cancer Council Queensland’s work across every aspect of women’s cancers, from…
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Queensland, it’s time to pick up the pace and get into gear for Australia’s newest fundraising campaign – a 5200km virtual cycling tour across Australia. Queenslanders are encouraged to register a team of five for The Great Southern Crossing and virtually cycle from Brisbane to Perth, via Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. The initiative, supported by…
in 2015, Women’s cancers.
Death rates for female breast cancer and gynaecological cancers have dropped significantly in Queensland in recent decades, new Cancer Council research shows. The latest data from CCQ’s Cancer Research Centre shows female breast cancer death rates have dropped by an average of more than two per cent per year since 1993 – a total decrease…
in 2015, Support, Women’s cancers.
Next Monday, October 26, the State will turn pink in celebration of Cancer Council Queensland’s official Pink Ribbon Day! Hundreds of dedicated Cancer Council Queensland staff and volunteers will be out in force across the state selling pink merchandise to raise vital funds for breast and gynaecological cancer research and patient support. Cancer Council Queensland…
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