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While we only link to sites we believe offer credible and responsible information, we cannot guarantee this information is correct, up-to-date or evidence-based medical information. There is a huge volume of cancer information on the Internet, some of which may be outdated, misleading or inaccurate. These resources and links have been reviewed by a clinician or health professional. However please consult with your Doctor before proceeding with any recommendations from these resources.
Australian Clinical Trials Registry (ACTR)
The Australian Clinical Trials Registry has been established at the NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre, University of Sydney, with funding from the Australian Government, through a National Health and Medic Link (already on BCC website)
www.actr.org.au
Breast Cancer Network Australia
BCNA are the peak national organisation for Australians personally affected by breast cancer. BCNA works to ensure that Australians diagnosed with breast cancer and their families receive the very best information, treatment, care and support possible, no matter who they are or where they live.
www.bcna.org.au
Brain Tumour Australia
Community based organisation to support people with experience of Brain Tumours in Australia
www.bta.org.au
Cancer Australia
Cancer Australia is a national government agency, working to reduce the impact of cancer on all Australians.
www.canceraustralia.gov.au
The Cancer Institute NSW
The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first statewide, government supported cancer control agency. The Cancer Institute NSW is charged with substantially improving cancer control in NSW.
www.cancerinstitute.org.au
McGrath Foundation
The McGrath Foundation raises money to fund breast care nurses primarily in rural Australia.
www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au
Cancer Council Australia
Australia's peak national non-government cancer control organisation, The Cancer Council Australia advises the Australian Government and other bodies on practices and policies to help prevent, detect and treat cancer.
*Cancer control refers to actions to reduce the impact of cancer on people including: reducing cancer risk and incidence; improving early detection and treatment; and improving care and support for people affected by cancer.
www.cancer.org.au
Cancer Council Help Line
The Cancer Council Helpline is a free, confidential telephone information and support service run by Cancer Councils in each state and territory.
Anyone can call The Cancer Council Helpline - cancer patients, people living with cancer, their families, carers and friends, teachers, students and healthcare professionals. Specially trained staff is available to answer your questions about cancer and offer emotional or practical support.
The Cancer Council Helpline: call 13 11 20. Local call cost from anywhere in Australia & is open between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday some states have extended hours
www.cancer.org.au
Dragons Abreast Australia
Dragons Abreast promotes breast cancer awareness and education, primarily, but not exclusively, through the sport of dragon boat racing. Dragons abreast offer an opportunity to get fit, share laughs and most important of all have lots of fun with those who have also travelled the journey with breast cancer.
www.dragonsabreast.com.au
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is the national body for prostate cancer in Australia. The PCFA plays a vital role in the fight against prostate cancer and devotes all of it resources towards reducing the impact of prostate cancer on the community.
www.prostate.org.au
Lions Australian Prostate Cancer Website
Developed by the Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration to assist men affected by prostate cancer and their families. Includes the "Australian Prostate Cancer Navigator" containing links to prostate cancer organisations around Australia and a comprehensive directory of links to other sites.
www.prostatehealth.org.au
The Leukemia Foundation:
The Leukemia Foundation are dedicated to the care and cure of patients and families living with leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders.
www.leukaemia.org.au
National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC)
National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) is Australia's independent national authority and information source on breast cancer 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.
www.nbcc.org.au
National Breast Cancer Foundation
The ultimate goal of the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is to raise enough money to fund a cure for breast cancer.
www.nbcf.org.au
Cancer Voices Australia advocacy organisation providing a unified voice for all people affected by cancer in Australia.
Look Good...Feel Better - a free community service program dedicated to helping women undergoing treatment for cancer
www.cancervoicesaustralia.org.au
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia is Australia's peak body for the disciplines of gastroenterology and hepatology. This website is an online resource for GESA members, health professionals and consumers needing more information.
www.gesa.org.au
Lymphoedema
The Lymphoedema Association of Australia - information about lymphoedema, treatment, support groups and resources.
www.lymphoedema.org.au
QUIT Victoria
A good range of "background briefs" providing information about smoking and health issues and stopping smoking and a "Tobacco Action Pack" for students.
www.quit.org.au