…Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay women participate in breast screening, and more than 55 per cent get a pap smear every two years. This compares to a national average of 54 per cent across all age groups for breast screening,…
…on standby at all times to take calls and offer information, advice, referral and psychological support.” PalAssist is expected to receive a high volume of calls from carers, families, and friends of patients during National Palliative Care Week. “It’s estimated…
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…
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…
…or show blood In Australia, there are three National Cancer Screening programs to detect breast cancer, bowel cancer and cervical cancer. To find out whether you are eligible to participate in the programs speak to your doctor or visit cancerscreening.gov.au…
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…
…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…
…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…