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News: Work life for many cancer survivors never the same

Almost half of working Queensland cancer survivors have been negatively affected in their jobs as a result of their diagnosis, new research shows. Cancer Council Queensland’s 1000 Survivor Study is an Australian-first project, assessing the physical, emotional and practical concerns…

Relaxation workshops

…of cancer, their family and friends, who want to introduce relaxation into their daily life. Many people dealing with cancer have said that learning ways to manage stress, such as practicing relaxation, has helped them cope. These relaxation skills have…

News: New research highlights importance of screening for breast cancer patients

…faced with the same journey as Kate’s.” Professor Baade concluded. Every year 4651 Queensland women are diagnosed with a breast or gynaecological cancer. Mothers, daughters, sisters, women like Kate. Cancer Council Queensland’s Pink Ribbon campaign helps provide lifesaving research, prevention…

News: Stop sweating the small stuff

We all have that one friend – someone who glides through life effortlessly, easily managing the stress and strain of everyday life. How do they keep so calm and carry on while many of us struggle to cope? As the…

Pink Ribbon Fundraiser

Show your support for Queensland women Every year 4,200 Queenslanders are diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancer. Together we can make a difference for all Queenslanders affected. Funds raised help provide lifesaving research, prevention programs and support services for those…

Fundraising events

…free future. One in two Queenslanders will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85 and the funds you raise enable us to invest in life-saving cancer research, prevention programs and patient support services. Our expert fundraising team are…

Share your cancer story

Have you or someone you love been touched by cancer? Help us give hope to Queenslanders affected by cancer by sharing your story. Stories like yours provide comfort and support to others whose lives have been touched by cancer. We…

palliative care unit

A place that provides comprehensive care for people with a limited prognosis. This includes inpatient medical care, respite care and end-of-life care for people who are unable to die at home. It may also offer day care facilities and home…

News: What’s your why?…Caitlin’s Story

Since taking on a project to create a library of stories of Cancer Council Queensland volunteers, Caitlin Archbold has heard the incredible journey of volunteers across the state, giving her some insight into the various aspects of life as a…

complementary therapies

Supportive treatments that are used in conjunction with conventional treatment. They might improve general health, wellbeing and quality of life, and help people cope with side effects of conventional cancer treatment.