A surgical procedure to remove, for example, a melanoma, with some of the healthy tissue around it….

A type of surgery for selected small rectal cancers. The surgeon operates through the anus to remove the cancer without cutting into the abdomen.

A procedure used to remove cervical tissue for examination.

…and remote areas of Queensland tend to have higher rates of obesity, putting locals at a far higher risk of ill health and premature death than their city counterparts. “We’re urging all Wide Bay Burnett Queenslanders to take a look…

A specialised surgical procedure for removing skin cancers little by little until only healthy cells remain. Also called microscopically controlled excision….

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…wide range of programs available for regional and local cancer patients to help ease the burden of cancer and improve fitness and wellbeing.” Ms Clift said World Cancer Day encouraged Queensland communities to take a positive and proactive approach in…

Approximately 76 people are diagnosed with anal cancer in Queensland each year – it’s rare, hard to detect, and rarely spoken about. When Rockhampton local Michelle Norton was first diagnosed with anal cancer she found that for many, it was…

…organisation’s supportive care programs were available statewide for metro and regional Queenslanders. “In 2015 we provided 61 support and information sessions across the State, with 845 Queenslanders attending,” Ms Clift said. “We provided support to 240 Queensland volunteers in peer…