Cancer stories and news

Rose found herself seeking support from Cancer Council Victoria’s nurse counselling service after being diagnosed with breast cancer during the pandemic. 

New support campaign to help reach more regional Victorians.

Kate was pregnant with her daughter Ava when she was diagnosed with stage two colorectal cancer.

Our photo gallery acknowledges the work of our amazing supporters who are dedicated to a cancer free future.

With a surge of COVID-19 cases throughout the community and conditions changing rapidly, it’s a critical time for Cancer Council Victoria to provide support for people affected by cancer.

Kathrine’s immunocompromised, in remission from ovarian cancer, and has tested positive for COVID. This is her experience. 

Paul didn't mind the two hour commute from his regional hometown to Melbourne for his cancer treatment – but it was an entirely different story when it came to getting support.

The Victorian Cancer Biobank has received $6 million in funding to continue its vital work over the next three years. This funding will improve the lives of people facing cancer.

Our new research of more than 1,500 people diagnosed with cancer reveals the vast majority are getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Owning a pet may help increase the wellbeing of people affected by cancer, new Cancer Council SA research finds.

Deciphering what COVID-19 vaccination information to trust is particularly stressful for people affected by cancer. But with your support, we’re providing reliable information to them and their loved ones.

Jane couldn't find an appropriate book to help her kids prepare for her cancer treatment – so she wrote one.