Cancer stories and news

The impact of Lyall's legacy on mesothelioma research

Dr Milad Ghomlaghi is continuing the legacy of the late Lyall Watts, to find a way to silence mesothelioma and stop it in its tracks. Read more

Arabic community champion cervical cancer elimination

With one of the lowest cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates in Australia, Victoria is a world leader in cervical cancer control. Read more

30 Years of SunSmart: Transforming childhood behaviours to tackle the burden of skin cancer

Since the introduction of the Victorian SunSmart Schools program 30 years ago, 100 per cent of students wear hats. Read more

Uncovering the secrets behind who gets cancer and why

With the number of Australians diagnosed with cancer expected to increase by 72 per cent by 2040, it has never been more important to understand who gets cancer and why. Read more

Cancer trials improving survival and quality of life for people affected by cancer

People with cancer living in regional and rural communities will now have access to two life-changing clinical trials thanks to a project led by oncology physiotherapist Catherine Williams. Read more

Transforming lives through compassionate care

You can’t manage a cancer diagnosis without addressing the mental health challenges that come with it. Cancer impacts every part of a person’s life, and psychological support is essential. Read more

Colebatch family continue connection to fellowship

Dr John Colebatch’s persistence in the face of resistance from the medical community in the late 1950s brought about a shift in attitudes to the possibilities of finding cures for cancer. Read more

Finding cancer support as a LGBTIQA+ person

Our experienced cancer nurses are here to help members of the LGBTIQA+ community with the unique challenges they face. Read more

Cells’ hidden memory may hold clues to treating aggressive bowel cancer

Much like a supercomputer, the cells in our bodies are programmed with various codes. Read more

A message from Todd Harper AM, CEO

As 2024 draws to a close, I want to thank all our Daffodil Circle members for supporting all Victorians affected by cancer. Read more

A 'smoking gun' in the gut: Unpacking the surge in early-onset bowel cancer

Once thought of as an "old person’s disease," bowel cancer is now hitting younger Australians at alarming rates. Read more

Bob’s new Christmas traditions

“For many years, the Christmas tradition for my wife Joyce and I was to do Meals –on Wheels during Christmas week. Read more
Support during the holidays

Navigating cancer during the festive season

The holidays can be difficult for people living with cancer and who have experienced a major change or loss in their life. These tips aim to help you make the most of this festive season.

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25 laps around the sun for Relay For Life

In 1999, in the heart of Murrumbeena, a new tradition began as the first-ever Victorian Relay for Life kicked off at Duncan Mackinnon Athletics Track. Read more

Accelerating treatment breakthroughs for pancreatic cancer patients

Find out how your support is accelerating treatment breakthroughs for pancreatic cancer patients. Read more
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