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News: Cancer Council offers care for carers on 13 11 20

…by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, experienced in cancer care and support. “Patients and their loved ones can also get referrals to our Cancer Counselling Service from their doctor or via 13 11 20.” Cancer Council’s 13 11 20…

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: CCQ and Icon Care partnership to benefit locals with cancer

…best care and support for cancer patients. “We are dedicated to exceptional patient care across all our centres – Icon Cancer Care, Radiation Oncology Centres and Icon Integrated Cancer Centres,” Mr Middleton said. “To be working in partnership with CCQ…

News: Show You Care With a Tap of Your Smartphone

In a Cancer Council first, the trusty smartphone will get users app happy about Daffodil Day, one of the state’s most iconic fundraisers this Friday August 22. Queenslanders are invited to show they care about beating cancer by uploading a…

News: A reminder that carers need care too

This National Carers Week (October 11-17) Cancer Council Queensland is urging Queenslanders to support carers and celebrate their significant contribution to the community. Queensland carer Joan Wilson-Jones cared for her partner Philip after he was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer…

News: Queensland, remember carers need care too

Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift calls on Queenslanders to show they care about carers this National Carers Week. This week is National Carers Week (October 16-22) – an opportunity to raise community awareness about the diversity of carers and…

breast care nurse

A registered nurse who has done special studies in breast cancer nursing.

News: More care needed for cancer screening: Cancer Council

…in Australia by Primary Health Network*, released by the AIHW, provides a report card for each Primary Health Network on the three free national cancer screening programs currently available. The data shows around 57 per cent of eligible Central Queensland,…

Blog: Show you care this Christmas with these SunSmart gift ideas

…through use of sun protection. Giving a gift that can help loved ones protect themselves against cancer shows just how much you care for their health. From sunglasses to sunscreen, give your loved ones the opportunity to Slip, Slop, Slap,…