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

A nurse who has specialised in the field of palliative care and is very experienced in helping patients, families and carers with end-of-life care….

…make an exceptional contribution to improving care and outcomes for patients and communities through cancer care and support. The awards are designed to empower more nurses to thrive in the ever-changing world of cancer care.   Find out more  …

CCQ has launched Queensland’s first telephone-based Nurse Counsellor Service, offering specialised support for Queenslanders affected by cancer-related distress. This new service means that patients and their loved ones can connect with a specialist nurse counsellor simply by picking up the…

Queenslanders impacted by cancer can call a new nurse counselling service for support, following the launch of Queensland’s first telephone-based Nurse Counsellor Service by Cancer Council Queensland. The service was launched in response to evidence that distressed patients and carers…

A multidisciplinary team with many health professionals who offer a range of services to improve a patient’s quality of life and help with any problems they have. A community nurse or palliative care nurse usually coordinates the team….

…see What Is Cancer? Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the cells of the breast. A malignant tumor is a group of cancer cells that can grow into (invade) surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to distant areas…

Cancer that has spread from the lining of the breast ducts or lobules into the surrounding breast tissue.

…Breast cancer, please see these resources Understanding Breast Cancer This booklet will help you understand more about early and locally advanced breast cancer View more Understanding Breast Prostheses and Reconstruction This booklet is for women who have…

A health professional, such as a general practitioner (GP) or community nurse, who provides the first point of contact for a person to help them with a range of health care matters….