Cancer Australia
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Cancer Australia is a Government agency that provides national leadership in cancer control
Sydney, New South Wales
Joined December 2010
Highlights from the day! Thank you to our co-hosts @PeterMacCC and @VCCCAlliance and our wonderful speakers and attendees for a day of insights, innovation and sharing of expertise to build our collective capacity to improve cancer care for all.
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An exciting leap forward today as Cancer Australia and @PeterMacCC officially sign an Australian Cancer Plan implementation partnership agreement, joining forces to drive innovation and transform cancer care and outcomes.
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ACCN Innovations Showcase off to a great start, bringing together cancer experts from across the sector to highlight networked cancer care and explore how it can ensure comprehensive cancer care for all @PeterMacCC @VCCCAlliance.
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The National Optimal Care Pathways (OCPs) Framework standardises the development, update, evaluation and uptake of OCPs to support a consistent approach to OCPs across health services and jurisdictions. Learn more and download today:
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Cancer Australia’s interactive body map is a great visual tool to explore the symptoms of some of the most common #cancers that can develop in the body. To find out more visit
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Health professionals – culturally competent care is critical to good outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer. Find out more on
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Did you know over 15,000 Australians were estimated to have been diagnosed with #bowelcancer in 2024? Find out more here:
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Today is #RareCancersAwarenessDay. Did you know that in 2024, rare and less common cancers accounted for ⅓ of all cancer deaths in Australia? Learn more: @RareCancers
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RT @healthgovau: Aged 50 to 70? You may be eligible to participate in the new #NationalLungCancerScreeningProgram, from July 2025. 📅 . Earl….
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Over the next 10 years, goals have been set in the #AustralianCancerPlan to improve cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, leading to fairer and more equitable cancer outcomes. Learn more at #ABrighterTomorrow
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Optimal Care Pathways are available to help patients, their families and carers to understand what’s best for their cancer care. The patient friendly Guide to Best Cancer Care is available in multiple languages. To learn more, visit
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The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program is open to people aged 45 to 74, with free testing available every two years. It’s free, easy and could save your life. Order your first kit or a replacement kit at or call 1800 627 701
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Health Professionals - The Optimal Care Pathways outline consistent, safe, high-quality and evidence-based care for people with cancer, relevant to every step along the cancer continuum. Download all Optimal Care Pathways and Quick Reference Guides here:
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If you’re aged 45 to 49, you can now request your first free kit and join the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. Over 90% of bowel cancers can be successfully treated if found early. To request at kit, go to or call 1800 627 701
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The Optimal care pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer (2nd Ed) aims to reduce disparities in cancer outcomes by addressing specific needs and challenges of First Nations people and ensuring competent and culturally safe care
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RT @AuroraEducation: Applications are open for the 2025 First Nations Cancer Scholarships, a $5.9 million program supporting Indigenous lea….
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Implementation of the #AustralianCancerPlan is a shared responsibility requiring coordinated action across the cancer control system, including governments, non-government organisations, and the health and research sectors. To view the Plan, visit
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Got a new change in your body that hasn’t gone away? Don’t delay – contact your doctor if you notice anything which isn’t normal for you. To learn more about different #cancer symptoms, check out our interactive body map
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People aged 45 to 49 can now request their free bowel cancer screening kit by submitting a webform or calling 1800 627 701. Screening every two years can help detect bowel cancer early. To order your free kit, visit
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Want more information about cancer? Visit Our Mob and Cancer, a website co-designed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer, your families, communities, and the health professionals who care for you. #ourmobandcancer
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