If you or a loved one are faced with a cancer diagnosis, you might find that the amount of cancer information available is overwhelming. You’re not alone. In fact, one in five Australians put Dr Google in their top three most trusted sources of cancer information.   With Australians now typing the word ‘cancer’ into their search bars up to 325,000 times each year, it’s becoming more important for people to have reliable cancer information available to them online.  Here are four tips to help you find reliable cancer information online:  Tip #1. Check if the source is relia ..read more

In this blog, we’re highlighting two ground-breaking research projects that are leading the charge in improving outcomes for people affected by melanoma. Every year, we invest millions of dollars to outstanding research teams across the country, thanks to the generous donations of the Cancer Council community. We’re currently funding two projects looking for new ways to treat melanoma, one of the most common cancers in Australia. Read on to learn more. 1. Reversing treatment resistance in melanoma Dr Jessamy Tiffen, Centenary Institute Dr Tiffen and her team are looking for new treatment appr ..read more

New Australian-first research published today in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of public Health shows nearly 80% of New South Wales teenagers who have vaped found it “easy” to access e-cigarettes from multiple illegal sources and that flavour was the main factor driving product choice. The Generation Vape study, led by Cancer Council NSW in partnership with the Daffodil Centre and University of Sydney and supported by the Minderoo Foundation, is the leading Australian study to survey teenagers about their experiences and perceptions of vapes. It found 70% of teenage e-cigarette use ..read more

Cancer is the most common cause of childhood death from disease. But thanks to the generous donations support of the Cancer Council community, we’re investing millions of dollars to change the story of childhood cancer.  In this blog, we put the spotlight on four ground-breaking research projects that are leading the charge in reducing the impact of childhood cancer.   These projects address childhood brain cancers, which contribute the greatest number of deaths, and childhood blood cancers, which is the most common form of childhood cancer. They also look at reducing the risk ..read more

Often people only think about sun protection in Summer, but in many parts of Australia, ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels are high enough to damage unprotected skin all year round (TIP: Sun protection is recommended whenever UV levels reach 3 or higher).  Men are more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma than women   We know that in Australia:   Men over 40 are one and a half times more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma than women of the same age. Men over 40 are more than twice as likely to die of melanoma than women of the same age. Almost all skin cancers are ca ..read more

In January 2022, the World Heart Federation released a statement warning that even small amounts of alcohol can increase a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease, including coronary disease, stroke, heart failure, hypertensive heart disease, cardiomyopathy, atrial fibrillation, and aneurysm. This contradicts the widespread misconception – perpetuated by the alcohol industry – that alcohol is good for heart health. Due to improvements in alcohol research, we now know that drinking any amount of alcohol is harmful to our health.  In the past, gathering accurate information about alcohol u ..read more

Keely and her girls Back in 2011, Keely’s life changed forever.  She was a healthy 30-something, part-time IT program manager and full-time mum to Chloe and Ellen.  So, when the news came through that she had metastatic (advanced) breast cancer, it was devastating.  Keely was told that her time was limited  Keely was told that her cancer had already spread to her liver, bones and brain.   Trying to sensitively communicate the seriousness of her situation, Keely’s oncologist suggested she make videos of herself to provide a keepsake so her young daughters, who were ..read more

It is predicted that in 2023 over 53,000 people will be diagnosed with cancer in NSW alone. But we found in a recent study that a significant number of people affected by cancer feel that they’re not getting the information and support they need.   We’re working hard to change the story for cancer patients, survivors, their carers and families in NSW through raising awareness of our 13 11 20 Information and Support Services. Read on to learn more about why this is so important.  Helping Terry through his cancer journey  After a trip to the dentist to have a tooth removed, T ..read more

In this blog, we put the spotlight on four ground-breaking research projects that are leading the charge in improving outcomes for people affected by breast cancer.  Every year, we commit millions of dollars to outstanding research teams across the country, thanks to the generous donations of the Cancer Council community.   Read on to learn more about the four latest projects leading advancements in the treatment of breast cancer.   1. Switching off a gene in aggressive breast cancers  Dr Pilar Blancafort, The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research & The ..read more

In 2022, liver cancer outcomes are where breast cancer outcomes were about 35 years ago: On average, only 15% of liver cancer patients survive beyond five years.  Today, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer has climbed to 90%, thanks to advances in screening and treatments. This is what Professor Jacob George wants for liver cancer.  Read on to learn more about Professor George’s vision for liver cancer research, the progress we’ve made and what we need to do to reduce its impact on society.   You can also watch footage of Professor George speaking about the topic ..read more