Cancer Council is inviting Queenslanders to show their world how much they love their Mum this Mother’s Day, with a brand new campaign: #mymum at mymum.org.au. #mymum invites Queenslanders to remember Mums they have lost, cherish those who are still with us, and help keep families together longer by uniting in the movement against women’s…

The Queensland Government has been asked to urgently introduce smoke free public places, with new research showing two in three Australian smokers will die from the habit. Rates of death for current smokers are three times higher than those of non-smokers, prompting Cancer Council Queensland to renew its calls for smoke free public places. Cancer…

With winter well on the way Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift reveals five practical tips to fend of the blues and stay healthy and happy this season. It’s that time of year again. When the days start to get cold and the sunlight feels like it’s in shorter supply, it’s easy to get caught…

This Brain Cancer Action Week (May 4 to 8) Cancer Council Queensland is taking action to raise awareness and offer support for those affected. Brain cancer is one of the most lethal, yet understudied of all cancers. Risk factors are not easily identifiable, and no screening procedures currently exist. Every year, around 310 Queenslanders are…

Celebrity cook, TV presenter and writer Alana Lowes is encouraging Queenslanders to tip the balance in the fight against cancer this May by sharing one of her favourite recipes for the perfect Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. The Cancer Council Ambassador is committed to making every cup count in the fight against cancer, and is inspiring…

Cancer Council is calling on Queensland schools to sign up for its QUEST program, in response to new data revealing 82 per cent of 12 to 17 year olds don’t get adequate daily physical activity and 85 per cent spend more than two hours a day being entertained by screens. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie…

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination has lowered the rate of high grade cervical cancer abnormalities to a historical low in women under the age of 20, new research released today has found. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare today released Cervical screening in Australia 2012-2013, which found cervical cancer cases and deaths nationally remained…

Cancer Council Queensland is teeing up with some of Brisbane’s most popular Instagrammers, foodie bloggers and radio personalities this Sunday (May 3) to officially launch Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Australia’s Biggest BYO Morning Tea will be held at New Farm Park on May 3 and encourages Instagrammers and bloggers, their followers, community members, friends and…

Cancer Council Queensland is working with Look Good Feel Better (LGFB) in an effort to help more regional cancer patients face their journey with confidence. LGFB is a national community service dedicated to helping cancer patients better cope with the physical side-effects of cancer treatment. Cancer Council Queensland provides some funding to Look Good Feel…

Researchers have discovered a new weapon in the fight against skin cancer, in an Australian-first multifaceted trial using text messaging to promote sun protection and skin checks. More than 500 Queenslanders were recruited for the HealthyText trial, which improved overall sun protection behaviours and skin checks over 12 months. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift…