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Shining a light on dementia
Did you know dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia, affecting close to half a million Australians? In the absence of a medical breakthrough, this number is set to double in the next 25 years. What exactly is dementia? Dementia is not one specific disease, but rather is an umbrella term describing…
Read MoreJean Hailes’ National Women’s Health Survey 2020
Australia’s healthcare system is one of the best in the world, with Medicare and the public hospital system helping to provide quality, safe and affordable healthcare across the country. However, there remains a need to improve equality of access to healthcare services and provide additional support to those who need it, to ensure optimal health…
Read MoreBowel Cancer in Australia Infographic
Despite bowel cancer being Australia’s second deadliest cancer, almost 99% of bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully when detected early. Check out our infographic and head here for more info on signs and symptoms: https://bit.ly/3r0uHXDBowel Cancer Australia
Read MoreLung Cancer Awareness Month
Today concludes Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a month dedicated to shining a light on Australia’s leading cause of cancer death. An estimated 13,250 Australians will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year and sadly, more than 8,600 will lose their life to the disease. The stigma around lung cancer, coupled with the devastating symptoms and…
Read MoreCurbing preventable disease with ‘SunSmart’ campaign marking National Skin Cancer Action Week
Cancer Council Australia and the Australasian College of Dermatologists have joined forces once again this year to celebrate National Skin Cancer Action Week (November 15 – 21), reinforcing the importance of being ‘SunSmart’ through sun protective measures and behavioural change. Having for many years supported the Australasian College of Dermatologists, the NSW Cancer Council, various…
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