…a movement that is seeing organisations, health and education services, sporting clubs and community events going sugary drink free and helping to normalise healthier choices. To help Queenslanders make the healthy choice, the easy choice – Queenslanders can get involved…
…problems including obesity, some cancers, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. “The World Health Organisation recommends limiting sugar consumption from both food and drinks to no more than six teaspoons a day for optimum health. “Just a couple of sips…
…Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said Queensland teachers deserved every encouragement to care for their health. “This will be the first program of its kind specifically targeting the health and wellbeing of educators statewide,” she said. “Teachers play…
Researchers from Cancer Council Queensland and Queensland University of Technology are seeking Brisbane-based Health Professionals who work with cancer patients to join a focus group to help us better understand how health professionals interpret cancer-related statistics, particularly their understanding of…
Cancer Council Queensland has today revealed the latest snapshot of women’s cancers across the state to mark the start of Women’s Health Week (September 4-8). Every day in Queensland 12 women are diagnosed with a breast or gynaecological cancer and…
…for women to take time out and talk about their health with each other. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, just half of Queensland women participate in all the free, national cancer screening programs. Only 56 per…
…fresh, healthy food choices is essential to good short and long-term health.” One third of all cancers can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices, including eating a healthy diet. More information about Cancer Council Queensland and healthy living is available…
…and also reduce our productivity and leave us feeling sluggish. It is time to shape up, slim down and get moving for a healthier, happier lifestyle. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift explains how. 1. Stand up for your health….
…those who have health conditions such as cancer. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is also important for those living with cancer, as it can assist through and after treatment and help with your mental and physical well-being. Find out more about…
…sports team, you’ll help develop healthy habits for years to come. “Not only will physical activity and a healthy weight reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including some cancers later in life – but it develops a child’s social and…