Cancer
Organisations
Information is provided here on organisations that are working to prevent and/or minimise the harm associated with cancer. Links to Indigenous organisations throughout Australia have been provided where possible.
National organisations
Australian Cancer Society
Australia's peak national cancer control organisation, which brings together Australia's leading State and Territory cancer organisations in a joint commitment to preventing and controlling cancer and providing support for people affected by cancer.
View website: Australian Cancer Society
CanTeen
CanTeen is the Australian organisation for young people living with cancer. They provide a high quality Australia-wide peer support network for young people living and dealing with cancer.
View website: CanTeen
Leukaemia Foundation
The Foundation is designed to provide information and support for patients with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and related blood diseases.
View website: Leukaemia Foundation
National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
The National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) is Australia's independent national authority and information source on breast and ovarian cancer. Funded by the Australian Government, NBOCC works in partnership with health professionals, cancer organisations, researchers, governments and those diagnosed to improve outcomes in breast and ovarian cancer.
View website: National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
State and Territory Organisations
BreastScreen WA
Women in Australia have a 1 in 8 risk of developing breast cancer in their lifetime.
Screening mammograms are performed for the purpose of detecting breast cancer at an early stage. Women aged 40 years or over are eligible to have a FREE screening mammogram at BreastScreen WA every two years. The BreastScreen WA Program is the State component of the national breast cancer screening program, BreastScreen Australia.
View website: BreastScreen WA
Cancer Council ACT
The Cancer Council ACT is a community organisation that provides information, health education and promotion, support services and research sponsorship to lessen the impact of cancer in the Canberra region.
View website: Cancer Council ACT
Cancer Council New South Wales
The Cancer Council is the leading cancer charity in New South Wales. This link provides information on regional offices and shops
View website: Cancer Council New South Wales
NSW Cervical Screen Program
The NSW Cervical Screening Program is a jointly funded Commonwealth/State and Territory initiative under the Public Health Outcomes Funding Agreement to implement the National Cervical Screening Policy in New South Wales. The program is managed by the Cancer Institute of NSW.
View website: NSW Cervical Screening Council
Cancer Council Northern Territory
A non-profit, non-government community managed organisation partly dependent on volunteers to implement services and projects, providing information, support and education in cancer related areas.
View website: Cancer Council Northern Territory
Cancer Council Queensland
The Cancer Council Queensland raises funds with the aim of eliminating cancer and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, treatment, patient care, prevention and early detection.
View website: Cancer Council Queensland
Cancer Council South Australia
This Foundation is dedicated to increasing scientific understanding and public knowledge of cancer. This link has informative facts on specific cancers, and some detail regarding current awareness campaigns.
View website: Cancer Council South Australia
Cancer Council Tasmania
This Council is a community-based organisation with a mission to minimise the impact of cancer on Tasmanians. Their site provides vital support and information.
View website: Cancer Council Tasmania
Cancer Council Victoria
The Victorian Cancer Council operates as a charity and relies heavily on volunteer support. This link gives information that is useful for students, teachers, health professionals and the general public.
View website: Cancer Council Victoria
Cancer Council Western Australia
The site for this non-government organisation provides information on current cancer research, community education programs, retail goods, support groups, and fundraising events.
View website: Cancer Council Western Australia
International
American Cancer Society
This site has a detailed resource centre which provides answers to questions about the nature of cancer, its causes, and risk factors. It also includes strategies for the prevention and early management of specific cancers.
View website: American Cancer Society
CancerHelp UK
This organisation is a free information service about cancer and cancer care for the general public.
View website: CancerHelp UK
Cancer Research Foundation of America (CRFA)
A useful link to recent scientific research and education
View website: Cancer Research Foundation of America (CRFA)
European Cancer Prevention Organisation
This organisation was established in 1981 to promote collaboration between scientists working in the various European countries. Their site provides some insight into their current plan to decrease the incidence of cancer in Europe.
View website: European Cancer Prevention Organisation
International Union Against Cancer (UICC)
UICC is the only global cancer organisation with members and activities covering all aspects of cancer control. It was founded in 1933 and its purpose is to promote awareness and responsibility for the growing global cancer burden.
View website: International Union Against Cancer (UICC)
National Cancer Institute
The Institute within the US National Institutes of Health with a focus on cancer.
View website: National Cancer Institute
National Childhood Cancer Foundation (NCCF)
This Foundation supports a network of childhood cancer treatment and research institutions throughout North America. Their link has some useful facts on cancer and special events.
View website: National Childhood Cancer Foundation (NCCF)
National Foundation of Cancer Research (NFCR)
This link is an excellent resource for cancer resources and cancer related information on the Internet.
View website: National Foundation of Cancer Research (NFCR)
Women's Cancer Network (WCN)
The WCN was developed by the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) to inform women around the world about gynecologic cancer.
View website: Women's Cancer Network (WCN)
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