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health care team

A group of health professionals who are responsible for treating the person you care for. This may also be called the multidisciplinary team.

Research snapshot – Supportive care needs of regional cancer caregivers Stiller 2021

…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…

Research snapshot – Recommendations to improve sustainable care for children with cancer around the world Atun 2020

What is known? Children with cancer in lower-income countries have significantly poorer survival rates compared to those in high-income countries. These differences can be attributed to inequitable access to healthcare services, including cancer prevention programs, treatment, and health care. Additionally,…

Blog: Taking care of our bodies

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…

News: $100,000 boost for Queensland cancer care providers

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…

Blog: Jenny on self care and volunteering

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…

News: Grants provide $100,000 boost for cancer care providers

…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…

News: #mymum this Mother’s Day, and show your world you care

…with us, and help keep families together longer by uniting in the movement against women’s cancers. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said #mymum was the perfect way to show the world how much you love your Mum, and that…

News: Making cancer care and information accessible this Harmony Day

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…

News: Make a date this Daffodil Day – wear a pin and show you care!

…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…