Highly focused, precisely targeted radiation therapy done as a single day treatment.

…or other substances to selectively target proteins or other molecules involved in cancer cell growth. Two types of targeted therapies are drug therapies and immunotherapies. Chemotherapy or radiation therapy affects all cells, but targeted therapies avoid damage to normal cells….

Treatment that combines chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Treatment given to cure the cancer, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. This does not include long-term treatment such as hormone medication, which may be taken for several years to maintain remission.

Medical treatment for people with advanced cancer to help them manage pain and other physical and emotional symptoms of cancer. Treatment may include radiation therapy, chemotherapy or other medication. It is an important part of palliative care.

Stopping the ovaries from producing oestrogen, which is done surgically (oopherectomy) or with radiation therapy.

A breakdown of bone tissue due to radiation therapy treatment.

A machine used in external radiation therapy to treat cancer.

The Cancer Counselling Service provides a range of emotional support options, including our mindfulness programs. These programs are run by psychologists and nurse counsellors who are highly trained in the delivery of mindfulness based cognitive therapy….

The prevention or treatment of disease using substances that alter the immune system’s response. This is a type of biological therapy.