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Cancer Australia
Government Administration
Surry Hills, NSW 5,298 followers
A national government agency providing leadership in cancer control across all cancers and across the continuum of care.
About us
Cancer Australia is a portfolio agency within the Health Portfolio. It was established to benefit all Australians who are affected by cancer, and their families and carers. Cancer Australia works to reduce the impact of cancer and improve the wellbeing of those diagnosed by ensuring that evidence informs cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and supportive care. Cancer Australia is a specialist agency providing leadership in cancer control across all cancers and across the continuum of care. Cancer Australia builds the evidence base, analyses, interprets and translates the latest scientific cancer research and data to inform policy and practice, and to provide information and expert advice on cancer control to governments, health professionals and the community.
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http://canceraustralia.gov.au
External link for Cancer Australia
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Surry Hills, NSW
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2006
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300 Elizabeth Street
Surry Hills, NSW 2606, AU
Employees at Cancer Australia
Updates
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Nominations for the 2025 Jeannie Ferris Award are open! Cancer Australia is calling for nominations from members of the community, health professionals and researchers who have made outstanding contributions to improving equity of outcomes for people with cancer. The Jeannie Ferris Award is named after Jeannie Ferris, former Senator for South Australia, a tireless cancer advocate who passed away in 2007 of ovarian cancer. For more information on the Award criteria, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g_TcySxT
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Nominations for the 2025 Jeannie Ferris Award are now open! Cancer Australia is calling for nominations from members of the community, health professionals and researchers who have made outstanding contributions to improving equity of outcomes for people with cancer. The Jeannie Ferris Award is named after Jeannie Ferris, former Senator for South Australia, a tireless cancer advocate who passed away in 2007 of ovarian cancer. For more information on the Award criteria, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g_TcySxT
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Congratulations to the five recipients of the First Nations Cancer Scholarship! We are proud to partner with Aurora Education Foundation to offer this important program, supporting Indigenous health professionals and researchers in developing specialist skills to improve cancer outcomes and make a lasting difference in First Nations communities. Learn more about the recipients and scholarship: https://lnkd.in/gRg4gtY3
We’re proud to announce the recipients of the First Nations Cancer Scholarship in partnership with Cancer Australia. 🎉 This scholarship offers Indigenous health professionals and researchers the chance to develop specialist skills and expertise in the cancer field and make lasting changes to the health and wellbeing of First Nations communities. The five recipients are: 🖤 Brodie Seymour - Balarnu, Waluwarra and Wangkayujuru man, who is studying a Doctor of Medicine at Griffith University. 🖤 Eden Slicer - Gundungurra woman, who is studying a Doctor of Medicine at the University of New South Wales. 🖤 Kayla Vitale - Ngarkat woman, who is studying a Doctor of Medicine at Flinders University. 🖤 Kasarina (Kas) Mann - Kulburri-warra clan of the Kuku Yalanji nation, Guugu Yimidthirr, Yidnji and Barbarum Nations woman, who is studying a Doctor of Medicine at the University of Sydney. 🖤 Khwanruethai Ngampromwongse - from the Wiradjuri and Ngemba Wayilwan nations, who is completing a PhD at Australian National University. We wish all the scholars the very best in their studies and are looking forward to seeing their contributions to cancer control and Indigenous health. #FirstNationsCancerScholarship #AuroraEducationFoundation #CancerAustralia #IndigenousHealth #IndigenousEducation
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The Australian Government has released the National Framework for Genomics in Cancer Control, marking a significant step toward improved cancer outcomes through personalised cancer care. The Framework aims to support people affected by cancer to benefit from cancer genomic testing and genomic-guided treatment and care. It will assist health professionals, researchers, health services and policymakers incorporate genomics within optimal care, in a way that is consistent, safe, high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally appropriate. To learn more or read the Framework, see the National Framework for Genomics in Cancer Control website https://lnkd.in/grdGzFtt.
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Nominations for the 2025 Jeannie Ferris Award are now open. Cancer Australia is calling for nominations from members of the community, health professionals and researchers who have made outstanding contributions to improving equity of outcomes for people with cancer. The Jeannie Ferris Award aligns with the Australian Cancer Plan’s goal of reducing inequities across all cancers and acknowledges the contributions of consumers, health professionals and researchers in improving outcomes for all Australians. Nominations for the 2025 Jeannie Ferris Award are open until 5:00 pm (AEST) on Friday, 11 April 2025. For more information on the Award criteria, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g_TcySxT
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We are proud to announce the launch of Cancer Australia's new website, centralising key information about cancer and the work of Cancer Australia. Designed with people affected by cancer, their families and carers, health professionals and researchers in mind. Explore the new site today at www.canceraustralia.gov.au
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Tell us your thoughts on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program Guidelines - Consultation Draft Take part in the online survey at https://lnkd.in/gfC2PpPW
Have your say on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program Guidelines – Consultation Draft! The Program Guidelines will support healthcare providers to navigate and lead participants through each step of the program’s screening and assessment pathway. The guidelines also provide advice on promoting cultural safety, equity, reducing stigmatising behaviour, and providing smoking cessation advice. Visit the Consultation Hub to view the draft Program Guidelines and complete the online survey 💻 https://lnkd.in/gNV7jHXe Consultation will close 5 January 2025. For further information on the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, visit 💻 www.health.gov.au/nlcsp
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Applications for Round 16 - Supporting People with Cancer grant program are now open! Supporting People with Cancer is an annual program aimed at promoting equity in cancer outcomes and experiences for all Australians. This includes a focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other priority population groups identified in the Australian Cancer Plan. Grants are available through two streams: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and community organisations. Applications opened on 9 December 2024 and close on 20 February 2025. For information on applying, visit GrantConnect at https://www.grants.gov.au/
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Do you work in the cancer sector or are someone affected by cancer? Have your say on the draft National Framework for Genomics in Cancer Control. This framework will assist health professionals, researchers, health services and policymakers to incorporate genomics within optimal care, in a way that is consistent, safe, high-quality, evidence-based, and culturally appropriate. Your participation is essential for refining and strengthening the framework. Visit our Engagement Hub to view the Draft National Framework for Genomics in Cancer Control and complete the online survey: https://bit.ly/3YZEwrU Consultation will close on 24 December 2024
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