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News: Grants provide $100,000 boost for cancer care providers

…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…

News: #mymum this Mother’s Day, and show your world you care

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…

News: Making cancer care and information accessible this Harmony Day

This Harmony Day (March 21), Cancer Council Queensland is reaching out to show their support for all Queenslanders impacted by cancer. Harmony Day celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. Cancer Council…

News: Make a date this Daffodil Day – wear a pin and show you care!

…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…

News: Self-care for partners and caregivers

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…

News: Cancer Council offers care for carers on 13 11 20

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…

News: Young survivors’ summit builds on cancer care

…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…

News: CCQ and Icon Care partnership to benefit locals with cancer

…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…

News: Show You Care With a Tap of Your Smartphone

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…