Lung Cancer Facts You Need to Know – Even If You Don’t Smoke
Lung cancer is a prevalent and deadly disease. It’s the fifth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, with an estimated 12,434 Australians expected to be diagnosed in 2017. Out of all cancers, lung cancer causes the most deaths. It’s
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Common Cancers Among Women
Cancer is a leading cause of death among women in Australia. It is estimated that the risk of a woman being diagnosed with cancer by their 85th birthday will be 1 in 2 (50%). In 2017, approximately 62,005 Australian women are expected to be
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How to Eat Well During Cancer Treatment
When you’re suffering from cancer, it’s important to make sure you eat well as good nutrition can help your body fight the disease. However, maintaining a nutritious diet may be difficult, as both the cancer and your treatment may make you feel
read moreExercise and the benefits for cancer patients [Infographic]
Several cancer studies show that certain types of cancer respond well to exercise and produce better health outcomes overall. Discover some of the benefits exercise can have on your overall health and wellbeing as illustrated on our infographic
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Make exercise part of your treatment plan
The old medical advice for cancer patients was to rest and reduce physical activity. This is still sound advice if movement causes pain, shortness of breath or a rapid increase in heart rate but new research has shown that not only is exercise
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Global Cancer Statistics – World Cancer Day
Today is #WorldCancerDay 2017! Join us to show that #WeCanICan make a difference in the global fight against #cancer. View the infographic below for some global cancer statistics and see how you can help to make a difference. Infographic
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Hunter Valley Supports World Cancer Day
Saturday, the 4th of February, is World Cancer Day and this years theme is ‘Support through Sport’. Hunter As a keen sportsman, who has competed in a number of sports locally over the last decade, I know the power of a group in
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