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in 2015, Prevention.
Queenslanders have been advised to avoid sugar-sweetened sports drinks, which may be contributing to the state’s burgeoning obesity epidemic. Cancer Council warns some products may contain more than 13 teaspoons of sugar in one bottle – over twice the recommended daily intake. Even smaller 380ml varieties of some sports drinks have between 8 and 13.5…
in 2015, Men’s cancers.
Queenslanders impacted by prostate cancer are urged to reach out for support on Wednesday September 9, when Cancer Council hosts its annual prostate cancer call-in day. The 13 11 20 call-in coincides with Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said the call-in would assist men and their families to…
in 2015, Children’s cancers.
Survival rates are increasing for children affected by acute myeloid leukaemia, one of the most deadly childhood cancers, in news that will be welcomed by patients and families impacted. New research from Children’s Health Queensland, UQ Diamantina Institute and Cancer Council has examined outcomes for children diagnosed with this dangerous and uncommon form of childhood…
in 2015, Prevention.
Queensland smokers will pay up to $3.05 more for a packet of cigarettes from today, with the price of a single cigarette rising to more than $1 for some brands. The latest national tobacco tax excise increase of 12.5 per cent, effective today, will see smokers paying an extra $1.52 in tax for a pack…
in 2015, Breakthroughs, Research.
In an Australian first, Queensland researchers have estimated the loss of life expectancy for newly diagnosed cancer patients, providing a more complete picture of the potential impacts of the disease. Cancer Council Queensland and QUT research* found, on average, Australians diagnosed with cancer at age 40 faced losing an average of 11.2 years of life…
Can you judge a food by its label? Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift tells you how. Light, low or no cholesterol, fresh, Australian-made, baked not fried, reduced-fat, no sugar?! While food labels are a valuable source of information, they can sometimes appear cluttered and confusing, discouraging consumers from deciphering the pros and cons of…
Dear Editor, This Friday August 28 is Daffodil Day, when nearly one million daffodils will bring hope to those affected by cancer. More than 200,000 Queenslanders are alive today after a diagnosis of cancer in the past 30 years, with thanks to your generosity. Daffodil Day raises funds which are dedicated to helping those affected,…
in 2015, Prevention.
Incidence rates of the most common type of liver cancer have significantly increased in Queensland since the mid-90s, new data shows. The QIMR Berghofer and Cancer Council Queensland study* shows incidence rates of hepatocellular carcinoma soared during the 15 years surveyed from 1996 to 2011. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said older men had…
Show you care about beating cancer this Daffodil DayPeppa Pig, the newest ambassador for Cancer Council, has released a range of fundraising Daffodil Day products available at Coles and Coles Express stores nationwide. Each year on Daffodil Day (August 28) communities across the State show their vital support for cancer research, education programs and patient…
in 2015, Children’s cancers, Support.
Cancer Council Queensland is encouraging young people who have had a cancer diagnosis to apply for a travel grant to attend the First National Youth Cancer Summit and the Inaugural International Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Scientific Congress in Sydney from 1-5 December this year. Queenslanders aged 15-25 who are keen to share their experiences…
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