Plus, new research on Breast Cancer therapies and Nicotine pouches

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Plus, new research on Breast Cancer therapies and Nicotine pouches

Hi matthew,

Investing in women's health is investing in a better future. This International Women's Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere. It's also a timely reminder to prioritise our health and well-being.

☀ Stay SunSmart - Children in school and early childhood education spend a lot of time outdoors during peak UV periods, which is essential for their development. Which is why sun safety in these settings helps young Australians enjoy outdoor activities while staying protected from harmful UV radiation.

🥗 Nourish your body - A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins plays a key role in reducing cancer risk and maintaining overall health.

🏃 Join The March Charge - We hope you're feeling the Charge to walk or sprint your way through March while raising funds to support life-saving cancer research. Tackling cancer takes all of us, and every step you take brings you closer to a future free from cancer.

🎗 Screen for Breast, Cervical, and Bowel Cancer - Early detection saves lives. Regular screenings, including mammograms, cervical screening tests, and bowel cancer screening are essential for the prevention and early diagnosis.

Together, we can honour this special day by making a difference - for ourselves, our loved ones, and our community. 💜

A cancer diagnosis leads one woman to advocate for awareness and early detection

4 minute read

Rhiannon was just 32 years old when she underwent four rounds of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy. Her treatment plan meant she had to make challenging decisions about her fertility, which Rhiannon navigated with the help of an oncology-specific psychologist. Empathetic emotional support is critical for those affected by cancer, like Rhiannon.

Fatigue a reality for many experiencing cancer

3 minute read

Fatigue can significantly impact quality of life for cancer patients both during and after treatment. For fatigue sufferers, the experience can be intensely frustrating at a time when they want to enjoy time with family and activities that bring them joy. Luckily, there are ways to manage fatigue, including exercise, sleep hygiene, and asking for support.

Predicting clinical response to breast cancer therapy with Prof. Barbara Fazekas

New approach predicts response to breast cancer therapy

3 minute read

A new research project will look at biomarkers that predict a patient’s responsiveness to different types of breast cancer therapy. This research can potentially guide doctors towards therapy plans that are more likely to succeed for their patients. This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating discoveries that bring us closer to a future without cancer.

Routine screening catches lesions before they progress

2 minute read

Routine cervical screenings and the HPV vaccine are the best defence against cervical cancer, typically caused by human papillomavirus. Even if you have received the HPV vaccine, if you are aged 25 to 74 and have a cervix, it’s important to remember that early detection through routine screenings saves lives. Tarn’s screening prevented her lesions from developing into cancer, and removal left her lesion-free.

We'll keep fighting to ban vapes

5 minute read

Cancer Council’s advocacy contributed to law reforms to limit the sale of vapes, particularly to children and teens, last year. The fight is ongoing, including advocating for continued enforcement to get vapes off our streets and out of our school yards, to support young people to quit vaping, and to spread awareness about the harm done by vaping.

The rise of nicotine pouches in young Australians

Young Aussies are turning to illegal nicotine pouches

4 minute read

We have seen flavoured nicotine pouches enter the Australian market in the past few years. Despite being illegal to sell, these pouches are getting into the hands of young Aussies. Generation Vape’s recent research shows that young people are using nicotine pouches to improve sporting performance, as a party drug and as an alternative to vaping.

What's in season for Autumn?

2 minute read

Saying goodbye to mangoes is hard, but don’t despair; there’s loads of delicious fruit and vegies coming into season.

Fuel your March Charge with apples or bananas, add pears to your kids' lunchboxes, or enjoy kiwifruit as a snack anytime. Mushrooms are a meat-free Monday hero; tomatoes go with almost everything, and snow peas add a delightful crunch to stir-fries and salads.

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Tickets to Sydney FC and a donation to Cancer Council NSW

Thank you for helping us protect life's precious moments 💛

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Andreas Behren, Dr. rer. nat
Director, Research Strategy and Operations
Cancer Council NSW

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