New study shows that almost 80 per cent of food and drink ads targeted at South Aussie children are junk food
With students heading back to school today, Cancer Council SA has released new data that shows that almost 80 per cent of food and drink advertisements South Australian children will see on their way to school are about junk food.
Vanessa gives back to the community that supported her during her cancer experience
Do it for Cancer fundraiser Vanessa Maiorano, supporting Cancer Council SA has a very personal reason.
Our Million Dollar Marilyns
On Sunday 5 February, the 10th Marilyn Jetty Swim, held each year as part of the Channel 7 Brighton Jetty Classic, saw a record number of 513 Marilyns swimming or paddling 400 metres around the Brighton Jetty—all dressed head to toe as ‘50s icon Marilyn Monroe—making this our biggest year yet!
Cancer Council SA supports new government policies to crack down on smoking and vaping
Cancer Council SA commends the government on their announcement today which will see tough new laws to stub out smoking and vaping in South Australia.
Mark is sharing his experience with bladder cancer to help others
After going to the toilet and noticing blood in his urine, Mark received a bladder cancer diagnosis that has had a big impact on his lifestyle. The support he received from Cancer Council SA throughout his diagnosis and treatment inspired him to become a Cancer Connect volunteer, to support other men going through a similar cancer experience.
New study shows that melanoma rates are declining in South Australians under forty
Using data collected over a twenty-year period (1997-2016), a new study published in Cancer Epidemiology reports a reduction in melanoma incidence rates in South Australian young people.
Ashlynne shares her experience with lymphoedema
Going through a cancer diagnosis and treatment is an incredibly overwhelming and life-changing experience. But for some people, their experience doesn’t end when treatment finishes with life after cancer treatment presenting other challenges, like a diagnosis of lymphoedema. We spoke to Ashlynne about her experience with lymphoedema after breast cancer to raise awareness about this lifelong condition.
Researcher investigating new treatment to prevent metastatic breast cancer
Survival rates for people with breast cancer have increased significantly, however there is still no effective treatment for metastatic breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. That’s why, Cancer Council Beat Cancer Project funded researcher, Associate Professor Theresa Hickey from the University of Adelaide is investigating a new treatment which aims to prevent breast cancer from spreading.
New study shows that almost 80 per cent of food and drink ads targeted at South Aussie children are junk food
With students heading back to school today, Cancer Council SA has released new data that shows that almost 80 per cent of food and drink advertisements South Australian children will see on their way to school are about junk food.
Vanessa gives back to the community that supported her during her cancer experience
Do it for Cancer fundraiser Vanessa Maiorano, supporting Cancer Council SA has a very personal reason.
Our Million Dollar Marilyns
On Sunday 5 February, the 10th Marilyn Jetty Swim, held each year as part of the Channel 7 Brighton Jetty Classic, saw a record number of 513 Marilyns swimming or paddling 400 metres around the Brighton Jetty—all dressed head to toe as ‘50s icon Marilyn Monroe—making this our biggest year yet!
Cancer Council SA supports new government policies to crack down on smoking and vaping
Cancer Council SA commends the government on their announcement today which will see tough new laws to stub out smoking and vaping in South Australia.
Mark is sharing his experience with bladder cancer to help others
After going to the toilet and noticing blood in his urine, Mark received a bladder cancer diagnosis that has had a big impact on his lifestyle. The support he received from Cancer Council SA throughout his diagnosis and treatment inspired him to become a Cancer Connect volunteer, to support other men going through a similar cancer experience.
New study shows that melanoma rates are declining in South Australians under forty
Using data collected over a twenty-year period (1997-2016), a new study published in Cancer Epidemiology reports a reduction in melanoma incidence rates in South Australian young people.
Ashlynne shares her experience with lymphoedema
Going through a cancer diagnosis and treatment is an incredibly overwhelming and life-changing experience. But for some people, their experience doesn’t end when treatment finishes with life after cancer treatment presenting other challenges, like a diagnosis of lymphoedema. We spoke to Ashlynne about her experience with lymphoedema after breast cancer to raise awareness about this lifelong condition.
Researcher investigating new treatment to prevent metastatic breast cancer
Survival rates for people with breast cancer have increased significantly, however there is still no effective treatment for metastatic breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. That’s why, Cancer Council Beat Cancer Project funded researcher, Associate Professor Theresa Hickey from the University of Adelaide is investigating a new treatment which aims to prevent breast cancer from spreading.