…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…
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…
…from 1-5 December this year. Queenslanders aged 15-25 who are keen to share their experiences and enhance cancer care for young people are invited to apply for the CCQ travel grant. There are about five new cases of cancer diagnosed…
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…
…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…
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…
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…