in 2017, Advocacy, General Media Release, letter to the Editor, Support, Working Together.
Dear Editor, I write to commend the State Government on their announcement to make an additional 100,000 free and discounted car parking spaces available at public hospitals each year to help Queenslanders in need. The $7.5 million boost, which is part of a four-point action plan, will significantly advance our efforts to better support Queensland…
in 2017, Support, Working Together.
Next month Daffodil Day (August 25) will bloom in Queensland, with hundreds buying flowers and merchandise to raise funds for locals affected by cancer. Locals are being urged to save the date and pre-purchase Cancer Council Queensland’s exclusive 2017 ‘Fireman’ Dougal Bear, an enamel pin, and a daffodil-themed pen, before the day. Cancer Council Queensland…
in 2017, Support, Women’s cancers.
Cancer Council Queensland is reaching out to Queensland women who have lost their hair as a result of cancer treatment, offering free wigs and turbans in a time of need. Women diagnosed with cancer can borrow a wig or turban, free of charge, for the duration of their treatment through Cancer Council Queensland’s innovative ESA…
in 2017, Prevention, Research, Support, Working Together.
We have all been touched by cancer in some way. Sadly, I’ve lost members of my family to cancer – we’re working hard to ensure you don’t lose yours too. As CEO of Cancer Council Queensland it’s my priority to increase investment into lifesaving research projects and improve service delivery across the state to help…
Cancer Council Queensland has called for renewed discussion on economic interventions to help overcome the obesity epidemic, following the release of new research by Bond University finding that many Queenslanders routinely choose junk foods because they are cheaper than healthy choices. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said ongoing research and cooperation across sectors…
More needs to be done to prevent primary liver cancer in Queensland, with the number of Queenslanders diagnosed more than doubling in the ten years leading up to 2014. Statistics released by Cancer Council Queensland showed the number of people diagnosed with primary liver cancer has increased by more than 120 per cent, with 334…
Hundreds of Queenslanders have put their drinks down and gone booze-free this month in a strong show of support for Queensland cancer patients! There’s still time to join Dry July this month and swap your cocktail for a mocktail to make a difference. Participants can pledge to go dry and at the same time raise…
Cancer Council Queensland is calling on parents, schools and sporting clubs to put the spotlight on team sports to encourage participation among children, ahead of the final State of Origin match tomorrow night! State of Origin is one of the most followed sporting events in the state, and a prime opportunity to foster a healthy…
in 2017.
Boost your well-being this winter with these tips from Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan. Don’t let the low temperatures take a toll on your health! Being proactive about your health will help you ward off illness and get you in tip-top shape. Start supercharging your wellness this winter with these four tips. One,…
Cancer Council is gearing up to turn Queensland yellow next month and celebrate 31 years of the state’s most iconic campaign, Daffodil Day! Cancer Council Queensland will celebrate the fundraising campaign during the entire month of August, with the official Daffodil Day date falling on Friday, August 25. Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan…
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