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3 July 2024
South Aussies aged 45 to 49 can now access a free life-saving bowel screening test for the first time

As part of the 2024-25 Federal Budget, South Australians aged 45 to 49 can now participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and access a free bowel screening test.

Press release
Finding Bowel Cancer test kit Finding Bowel Cancer test kit
Press release
Marina Marina
16 May 2024
South Aussies having a cuppa to fund life-saving cancer research

Cancer Council SA is encouraging South Aussies to gather their friends, family or colleagues to host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea this May or June and fund groundbreaking South Australian cancer research.

Blog
Shona Shona
5 Apr 2024
Why Relay For Life is personal for Shona

For Shona, Relay For Life is more than just an event, it’s personal. After taking part in the Survivors and Carers Lap at Adelaide Relay For Life for the first time last year while undergoing cancer treatment, Shona and her daughters are looking forward to stepping out this May with their team The Wishful Warriors to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer.

Press release
skin Check skin Check
1 Mar 2024
30 South Aussie GPs awarded devices to detect skin cancer early

Cancer Council SA has awarded grants to 30 South Aussie GPs to receive a fully funded dermatoscope to help detect skin cancer early and save lives.

Blog
Researcher Researcher
26 Feb 2024
Investing nearly $2 million into vital cancer research

This year we are pleased to have invested nearly $2 million into six of South Australia’s best and brightest cancer researchers conducting vital research across a range of different cancer types including breast, bowel, prostate and leukaemia.

Outreach Nurse Outreach Nurse
26 Feb 2024
Meet our new Flinders Outreach Nurse, Valerie

Our new Outreach Nurse Valerie provides face-to-face support and information to people living with cancer and their loved ones at Flinders Medical Centre.

Blog
Skin cancer vs harmless spots Skin cancer vs harmless spots
23 Feb 2024
Skin cancer vs harmless spots: Do you know how to spot the difference?

What do skin cancers look like? Some spots on the skin are nothing to worry about, but others can be deadly if not detected and treated early. When it comes to the successful treatment of skin cancer—particularly melanoma— early detection is critical. To give yourself the best chance of catching skin cancer in its early stages, you need to know what to look out for.

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5 reasons you should donate blood 5 reasons you should donate blood
16 Feb 2024
5 reasons you should donate blood

World Cancer Day on February 4 marks the importance of supporting those impacted by cancer. That’s why we’re partnering with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. To show how important blood donations are for people living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis.

Press release
Finding Bowel Cancer test kit Finding Bowel Cancer test kit
3 July 2024
South Aussies aged 45 to 49 can now access a free life-saving bowel screening test for the first time

As part of the 2024-25 Federal Budget, South Australians aged 45 to 49 can now participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and access a free bowel screening test.

Press release
Marina Marina
16 May 2024
South Aussies having a cuppa to fund life-saving cancer research

Cancer Council SA is encouraging South Aussies to gather their friends, family or colleagues to host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea this May or June and fund groundbreaking South Australian cancer research.

Blog
Shona Shona
5 Apr 2024
Why Relay For Life is personal for Shona

For Shona, Relay For Life is more than just an event, it’s personal. After taking part in the Survivors and Carers Lap at Adelaide Relay For Life for the first time last year while undergoing cancer treatment, Shona and her daughters are looking forward to stepping out this May with their team The Wishful Warriors to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer.

Press release
skin Check skin Check
1 Mar 2024
30 South Aussie GPs awarded devices to detect skin cancer early

Cancer Council SA has awarded grants to 30 South Aussie GPs to receive a fully funded dermatoscope to help detect skin cancer early and save lives.

Blog
Researcher Researcher
26 Feb 2024
Investing nearly $2 million into vital cancer research

This year we are pleased to have invested nearly $2 million into six of South Australia’s best and brightest cancer researchers conducting vital research across a range of different cancer types including breast, bowel, prostate and leukaemia.

Outreach Nurse Outreach Nurse
26 Feb 2024
Meet our new Flinders Outreach Nurse, Valerie

Our new Outreach Nurse Valerie provides face-to-face support and information to people living with cancer and their loved ones at Flinders Medical Centre.

Blog
Skin cancer vs harmless spots Skin cancer vs harmless spots
23 Feb 2024
Skin cancer vs harmless spots: Do you know how to spot the difference?

What do skin cancers look like? Some spots on the skin are nothing to worry about, but others can be deadly if not detected and treated early. When it comes to the successful treatment of skin cancer—particularly melanoma— early detection is critical. To give yourself the best chance of catching skin cancer in its early stages, you need to know what to look out for.

Blog
5 reasons you should donate blood 5 reasons you should donate blood
16 Feb 2024
5 reasons you should donate blood

World Cancer Day on February 4 marks the importance of supporting those impacted by cancer. That’s why we’re partnering with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. To show how important blood donations are for people living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis.