Cancer Council Australia

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Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime, yet our research shows that young Australians are less inclined to protect themselves during outdoor activities. Skin cancer is almost entirely preventable by using the five forms of sun protection: Slip into sun protective clothing, Slop on SPF50+ sunscreen, Slap on a broad brimmed hat, Seek shade, and Slide on sunglasses. Make sure to protect yourself when the UV is 3 and above ☀️ #NationalSkinCancerActionWeek #sunsafety

We’re delighted to be attending the 2025 Equally Well Conference in Adelaide on 20–21 November 2025. Here’s where you can find us: 📍 Workshop session — Day 1 (Thursday, 20 November), 1:20–3:34 pm in Room 3 Kate Whittaker will be facilitating a workshop together with Fiona Crawford-Williams from the McGrath Foundation and Russell Roberts from Equally Well AU, focusing on opportunities to improve cancer prevention, screening, and care for people with lived experience of mental health challenges. 🌟 If you’re attending, we’d love for you to stop by, say hello, and learn more about our work. For more information about the conference, head to https://lnkd.in/e2Wenb27

It’s the start of National Skin Cancer Action Week! Today, Cancer Council is celebrating 40 years of #NationalSkinCancerActionWeek by reminding Australians to protect themselves from our national cancer. Even better, Sid the Seagull’s back with his iconic Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide this summer, an important sun safety message for all generations. Don’t forget – it’s still the same sun 40 years later! ☀️ For more information, head to https://lnkd.in/duuxqxq #sunsafety #skincancer

We’re proud to see this vital work delivered through the Australian Cancer Plan, enhancing the accessibility, consistency, and quality of cancer data nationwide.

We’re excited to be attending the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia (COSA)-IPOS 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Adelaide from 11–14 November 2025! Kate Whittaker and Clare Lynex will be contributing to important discussions on improving cancer outcomes and advancing public health policy. Here’s how we’re contributing:   🍽 Breakfast session — Day 2 (Thursday, 13 November) from 7.30-8:45 am in Hall A. We’re proud to partner with the Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia (ECORRA) research team from Deakin University and the Institute for Health Transformation, alongside Anna Ugalde and Hannah Jongebloed, for the COSA–IPOS breakfast session: “Equitable cancer outcomes across rural and remote Australia (ECORRA): recent innovations driven by partnerships”. This session will prioritise actions for rural health that direct national policy that improves cancer outcomes for Australians living regionally.   We’ll also be sharing posters on our latest work on our obesity policy and mental health and cancer care policy, highlighting opportunities for prevention, treatment and support across the cancer continuum. You can check out our full mental health and cancer care policy here https://lnkd.in/gD2EP95n   Register for the breakfast sessions here https://lnkd.in/gQVRztY8 🌟 If you’re attending, come say hello and learn more about our work!    #COSAIPOS2025

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia, and each year it takes the lives of too many. However, early detection and awareness can make a difference. 🔍 Know the signs: Persistent cough, unexplained shortness of breath, and chest pain are just a few of the early symptoms. If any of these sound familiar, speak to your GP—early intervention is crucial. For eligible Aussies, the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) is a free initiative from the Australian government designed to detect lung cancer before symptoms appear. Learn more about it here https://brnw.ch/21wX8T2 Queenslanders aged 50 – 80 years old who smoke but are looking to quit can join the Max Up Research Study (free smoking cessation and free lung cancer screening) – call Quitline (13 78 48) or visit this link https://brnw.ch/21wX8T3 #LungCancerAwarenessMonth #EarlyDetection #CancerSupport #LungCancerScreening

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On World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding everyone touched by cancer: Your mental health matters. Whether you’re a patient, survivor, carer, or loved one, the emotional toll is real, and it’s OK to ask for help. We know that coping with cancer is challenging, which is why we offer a comprehensive range of support services for all people affected by all cancers across Australia. 💛 Let’s talk about it. Let’s look after each other. To find out more about support and services, head to https://brnw.ch/21wWuSL #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #CancerSupport #YouAreNotAlone #SupportMatters #MentalHealthAndCancer

Looking for a meaningful way to connect with your team, friends, or colleagues? OK, bear with us - it might not be your usual weekend or after-work activity, but donating blood together could be one of the most impactful things you ever do as a group. 💡 Start a Lifeblood Team - a blood donation group that anyone can create or join. It’s a simple, powerful way to unite with coworkers, friends, or community members and do something life-changing. Whether you're a group of 5 or 500, nothing beats the feeling of saving lives together. Let’s turn connection into action and make a real difference for people living with blood cancer and other serious illnesses. 👉 Learn more or start a team: https://brnw.ch/21wVRCo #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth #LifebloodTeams #BloodDonation #CorporateVolunteering #TeamBuilding