Learn more about genomic profiling and precision oncology What: Omico webinar Time: 1pm to 2pm Date: Thursday 18 July Precision oncology is transforming the way cancer is treated. Using comprehensive genomic profiling, you could be matched to a targeted therapy based on the molecular make-up of your cancer. Omico is a not-for-profit organisation accelerating access…
Recording now available for the UNSW Cancer Symposium held on 13 June. For those who missed any sessions or for those that wish to revisit the content, the recordings of the sessions are now available via Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSqvFlWEdSp2iv2yIxKlDcZZSNX8Cs2-D. Feedback is welcome. Please take a moment to complete the feedback survey by clicking on this…
CT:IQ has successfully launched an ambitious project to create a concise, participant-centred Participant Information and Consent Form (PICF) tailored for Australian health and medical research. The project commenced in early 2021 and comprised a team of 35 from across the sector. The process included relevant research to identify key elements of an effective PICF, surveys…
Consumers Health Forum Australia (CHF) is the national peak body representing the interests of Australian healthcare consumers. CHF collects information through their Australia’s Health Panel surveys about our nation’s healthcare system. CHF uses this information to ensure that the consumer voice in heard in their advocacy. The latest survey had just been launched on Australia’s Health…
Cancer Institute NSW Fellows Forum Cancer Institute NSW (CINSW) as a pillar organisation of NSW Health, provides the strategic direction for cancer control in NSW through the collection and use of the latest cancer data, information and evidence to drive improvements in cancer outcomes. It is the largest funder of cancer research in the state,…
See the latest progress report from the Cancer Institute NSW, the NSW Cancer Plan Implementation Plan 2022-2023 Progress Snapshot and where to next. This report details the collective work undertaken across NSW to support people impacted by cancer and address the four key priorities of the NSW Cancer Plan: Prevention of cancers 2. Screening and early…
2023-24 Federal Budget The 2023-2024 federal budget was delivered by the Treasurer, the Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP on Tuesday, 14 May 2024. The major feature of the budget, from a health perspective, is the continued focus by the Albanese Government on its program of ‘strengthening Medicare’. In the area of general health expenditure, this…
Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network launch and showcase The Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network (ACCN) was launched in Sydney by the federal health minister, Hon Mark Butler MP, on Tuesday, 21 May 2024. Around 300 people attended the event, with 200 or so participating online. What is the ACCN? The ACCN is an integrated national network that…
June is Bowl Cancer Awareness Month, a month raising awareness of Australia’s second deadliest cancer. 19 June is Red Apple Day Australia has one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world. Bowel Cancer is Australia’s deadliest cancer for 29-45 year olds. Screening is the most effective way of detecting early signs using…
Registration now open! The 2024 Cancer Symposium will connect cancer researchers across the UNSW network, various LHDs and MRIs in an aim to facilitate new collaborations and generate new ideas across our campuses and institutes. The program as at 24 May comprises four sessions which will include a series of short presentations from prominent UNSW researchers followed by a facilitated…
Recording now available Redesigning Consent to Research: Putting Patients and Participants at the Centre View recording This webinar, held on 17 May, explored pathways forward in Australia to promote consumer-centred consent to research. Areas covered by panels of experts included: The ethical and legal role of Participant Information Sheets and Consent Forms (PICFs) Designing…
Australia’s first research centre for cancer survivors Cancer Council NSW partners with UNSW Sydney to establish the $40 million centre A new research centre focused on improving the care and wellbeing of cancer survivors will be set up as part of a new 10-year partnership between Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) and UNSW Sydney. Created through…
The Australian Government consulted with stakeholders in 2023 on whether, and if so how, to improve the alignment and coordination of the MRFF and the MREA. On May 6, the department and NHMRC announced the publication of a report summarising feedback received as part of the national consultation. You can read the Summary Report and…
ReConX – Building Researcher and Consumer Connections The need for better connections and communications between health and medical researchers and consumers has never been greater and was the focus of the recent full day ReConX workshop held at the University of Sydney on 4 April. Members from Cancer Voices NSW (CVN) joined consumers, researchers and…
Cancer information from Cancer Council Understanding Head and Neck Cancers Head and neck cancer is a general term for a range of cancers that start in the head and neck area. This booklet has information on the different types of head and neck cancers, which include the mouth, nose, throat and neck areas, and how…
Cancer information from Cancer Council Understanding Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a blood cancer that begins in the white blood cells called lymphocytes. It used to be called non-Hodgkin’s disease and is 1 of the 2 main groups of lymphoma. Learn how it is diagnosed and treated. To order print copies (of any of these resources), simply call…
Cancer information from Cancer Council Understanding Skin Cancer Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Australia with about 2 out of 3 people diagnosed with some form of skin cancer before the age of 70. This booklet contains information on the 2 most common types of skin cancer – basal cell carcinoma…
Cancer information from Cancer Council Understanding Stomach and Oesophageal Cancers The oesophagus and stomach are part of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which is part of the digestive system. Learn more about symptoms of each cancer and how they are treated, and what questions you might ask your treatment team. To order print copies (of…
Cancer information from Cancer Council Understanding Cervical Cancer This booklet has information on the treatment and support available for people diagnosed with cervical cancer. To order print copies (of any of these resources), simply call 13 11 20 or download the latest Resources Order Form from the Cancer Council Resources hub.
National Close the Gap Day 2024 on 21 March! This National Close the Gap Day, we have an opportunity to send our governments a clear message that Australians value health equality as a fundamental right for all. Our aim is to bring people together to share information, and most importantly, to take meaningful action in…
The Cancer in New South Wales 2023 report provides a snapshot of the coordinated programs of work in NSW focused on tackling cancer.. This report includes information about: the burden of cancer in NSW – including the number of people expected to be diagnosed with cancer and die from cancer in 2023 the equity-led approach to…
Purpose and scope of the Implementation Plan The NSW Cancer Plan Implementation Plan 2024–2025 has been developed by the Cancer Institute NSW to support the achievement of the goals and priorities in The NSW Cancer Plan: A plan for NSW to lessen the impact of cancer 2022–2027 (the NSW Cancer Plan). This Implementation Plan was developed in consultation with key stakeholders and…
This World Cancer Day, UICC issues a call to action and offers actionable recommendations to close the care gap Ahead of World Cancer Day on 4 February, UICC is issuing a global call to action and has released its World Cancer Day 2024 Equity Report, offering actionable insights from global cancer leaders and outlining recommendations…
Everyone deserves access to cancer care Join the movement for World Cancer Day, a leading international awareness day celebrated on 4 February. Let’s unite our voices to ‘Close the Care Gap’ and work towards a cancer-free world. Close the Care Gap has been the theme for World Cancer Day for three years – 2022-2024:…
