Consumer, carer and community remuneration This Guideline sets out NSW Health’s commitment to remuneration and reimbursement of consumers, carers and community members for their time and contributions to agreed engagement activities. It provides guidance on circumstances where payments will be made, the rates of payment and the methods of payment. Access and download the following:…
Understanding Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer develops when the cells of the thyroid grow and divide in an abnormal way. There are several types of thyroid cancer. It’s rare but possible to have more than one type at once. This resource has information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. To order print copies, simply call 13 11…
Understanding Melanoma This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about melanoma, a type of skin cancer. Other types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which are often called non-melanoma skin cancers or keratinocyte cancers. For information about non-melanoma skin cancers, see our Understanding Skin Cancer…
Understanding Bowel Cancer Bowel cancer is cancer in any part of the large bowel (colon or rectum). It is sometimes known as colorectal cancer and might also be called colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where in the bowel it is found. To order print copies, simply call 13 11 20 or download the…
Understanding Mesothelioma Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that starts from mesothelial cells. These cells line the surface of most of the internal organs and body cavities, creating a protective membrane called the mesothelium. This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about mesothelioma, which is also known as pleural mesothelioma and peritoneal…
Talking to Kids About Cancer Explaining a diagnosis of cancer to children or teenagers can feel difficult and overwhelming. The information here provides a starting point for having a series of conversations about cancer. Talking to Kids About Cancer has been completely redesigned with great new illustrations and an inclusive approach to be a companion…