Watch a range of videos from the Garvan’s public seminars and learn about the latest trends and advances in medical research. Look out for upcoming seminars here. Recordings are available for recent seminars including: Revolutionising triple negative breast cancer treatment – October 2022 features A/Prof Christine Chaffer and her team. Triple negative breast cancer is an…
The Sally Crossing AM Award for an Outstanding Outcome in Cancer Research is dedicated to the memory of the late Sally Crossing AM (1946-2016). Sally was a pioneer and tireless advocate for consumer involvement in cancer research. Cancer Council NSW and Cancer Voices NSW acknowledge the extraordinary support of the Belalberi Foundation and the Crossing…
An incredible opportunity to lead the world in genomic medicine ‘We’re in the earliest stages of a profound transformation of the practice of medicine, in which genomic technologies allow health care to be increasingly tailored to individual patients.’ Read more
NHMRC Review of Statement on Community and Consumer Involvement in Health and Medical Research The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) have begun a review of the Statement on Community and Consumer Involvement in Health and Medical Research (2016). NHMRC and CHF held an online workshop…
Health Consumers NSW (HCNSW), of which Cancer Voices NSW was a founding member, celebrated its tenth anniversary ‘plus one’ on Friday, 18 November 2022. As it was not possible for people to gather together last year because of the pandemic, HCNSW presented a ‘showcase’ of its recent activity to highlight the role it plays as…
The Cancer Institute NSW Innovations in Cancer Conference will return in 2023 1 August 2023, Sydney
Congratulations to Nyan Thit Tieu who has won a Consumer/Community Representative of the Year Award! We were delighted to hear of Thit’s success in being awarded a ‘Consumer / Community Representative of the Year’ award at the 2022 Multicultural Health Communications Awards. Thit was nominated by the Cancer Institute NSW where she is a…
National Skin Cancer Action WeekTM highlights that we need to do more to promote sun protection. Often called our ‘national cancer’, Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, with approximately two in three Australians diagnosed with skin cancer during their lifetime. It is estimated that almost twice as many men…
What we know about skin cancer Skin cancer is Australia’s most common, most costly, and one of the most preventable cancers. Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. It is estimated that in 2022, 17,756 melanomas will have been diagnosed in Australia. Currently, two in three Australians will be diagnosed…
Fertility and Cancer Cancer and its treatment may affect a person’s ability to conceive a child or maintain a pregnancy (fertility). Whether or not you want to become a parent or add to your family, you may be wondering how cancer will affect your fertility. We hope this information will help you understand how you may…
Understanding Kidney Cancer This resource includes information on the most common type of kidney cancer, renal cell carcinoma (RCC). It covers how kidney cancer is diagnosed and treated and includes information about support services. Understanding Kidney Cancer is available online and in print. To order print copies, simply call 13 11 20 or download the latest order form…
Self Care Charter Seeking your input for the development of a Charter for self-care Lived Experience Australia (LEA) is undertaking the development of a CHARTER for the Australian Self Care Alliance (ASCA), and we are currently seeking input from a diverse range of health consumer groups on what could and should be included. This work…
Consultation opens on draft Australian Cancer Plan The Australian Government is calling for stakeholder input on the draft Australian Cancer Plan (ACP) which is designed to provide lasting change and improve outcomes for all people affected by cancer. ‘The draft ACP presents the opportunity for all Australians to comment on a ground-breaking national strategy that…
Cancer Australia is now pleased to share the draft ACP for public consultation. The consultation on the draft ACP presents the opportunity for all Australians to comment on a ground-breaking national cancer strategy that sets out and addresses priority areas, objectives and actions in cancer control. To make a difference we need coordinated system-wide engagement.…
The NSW Cancer Plan was launched earlier this year. It provides a whole-of-sector perspective on cancer control and describes how our key stakeholders across the state, including NSW Health, will work together to deliver better outcomes. This Plan was designed with stakeholders who provided their thoughts, comments and expertise. More than 800 people contributed their…
Cancer Conversations, an after-hours online forum run by the Cancer Institute NSW where ‘the latest information and emerging evidence from key cancer conferences are brought to life with expert speakers from across the state.’ The Cancer Institute NSW and eviQ Education are hosting a free webinar on Tuesday 15 November at 7pm exploring a coordinated…
The following from the NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI) Clinician Connect October 2022 Improving Aboriginal health through culture and innovation In this issue, explore how we can improve Aboriginal health through culture and innovation; discover new resources to help reduce frailty and its risk factors; and read updates from our clinical networks. Editorials…
From CHF: CHF Board appoints Elizabeth Deveny to CEO Role Consumers Health Forum of Australia (CHF) has announced the appointment of Dr Elizabeth Deveny to the role of Chief Executive Officer. Dr Deveny was appointed Interim CEO on 22 August following the retirement of Leanne Wells in August after seven years as CEO. Dr Deveny…
Our Mob and Cancer: A national website to help looking out for our mob Our Mob and Cancer is the first Australian co-designed website developed to provide a central source of evidence-based cancer information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer and their families and communities, and the health professionals who care for them.…
Key findings from Cancer Council NSW’s survey about the unmet needs of people affected by cancer in NSW released in October 2022. The infographic summarises the key findings showing that unmet psychological and physical needs represent an important gap in the supportive care needs of people with a past or present cancer diagnosis. Cancer Voices…
Nutrition for People Living with Cancer This newly revised resource has information on eating well before, during and after treatment for cancer. It outlines the general guidelines for healthy eating and discusses common eating problems caused by cancer or its treatment. There are also tips for managing these issues, as well as suggestions for meals and snacks.…
Sexuality, Intimacy and Cancer Sex and intimacy are an important part of our wellbeing. It’s how we experience physical and emotional closeness, and develop intimate relationships. It’s closely linked to how we relate to ourselves and others. The information featured in Sexuality, Intimacy and Cancer is for everyone, no matter what your sex, gender or…
Understanding Chemotherapy Chemotherapy (also known as ‘chemo’), is one of the main treatments for cancer. It uses a range of drugs to kill cancer cells or slow their growth. Many people feel concerned about the side effects of chemotherapy, but most side effects are temporary. This revised booklet provides an overview of chemotherapy treatment, answers…
Daffodil Centre celebrates World Cancer Research Day on 24 September 2022 A look back at what we’ve achieved so far. ‘24 September 2022 is World Cancer Research Day – a day to create and consolidate momentum to raise awareness and commitment for research on cancer. At the Daffodil Centre, we’re reflecting on the research momentum…