…living in regional and remote Australia need practical support with travelling to treatment, financial losses, and household responsibilities and support to manage their emotional wellbeing and concerns about the person they provide care for. Overall, younger caregivers and female caregivers…
Living a healthy lifestyle is one of the most beneficial things you can do to reduce your risk of cancer. If you are going through cancer treatment, this can help to reduce symptoms, improve recovery, and reduce the risk of…
…care providers in Queensland, including hospital departments and community organisations and groups whose key focus is cancer care, are eligible to apply. Application forms are available at cancerqld.org.au or by calling 13 11 20 Cancer Support and Information. Cancer Council…
Cancer Council Queensland’s peer support team talked to one of our Rockhampton Cancer Connect Volunteers, Jenny, about her story and how she practices self-care in her daily life. Tell us about yourself and your story. My story of how I…
…for people affected by cancer and their carers,” she said. “The grant program will also provide a much needed boost for local health care providers, allowing them to deliver a high quality of service.” Applications for the 2014 round of…
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…
This Harmony Day (March 21), Cancer Council Queensland is reaching out to show their support for all Queenslanders impacted by cancer. Harmony Day celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. Cancer Council…
…spokesperson Katie Clift said supporting Daffodil Day was a way to show you care about beating cancer. “The daffodil is the international symbol of hope for those touched by cancer, as it blooms at the end of winter and heralds…
Cancer Council Queensland’s Sylvia Burns discusses the importance of self-care for partners and carers. A diagnosis of cancer can be a really distressing and challenging event, not only for the individual concerned, but also for partners and close family members…
Cancer Council has urged carers of Queenslanders with cancer to reach out for help, with research showing higher levels of cancer-related distress in some carers than cancer patients or survivors. Studies show the role of becoming a cancer carer can…