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Cancer Council NSW

@ccnewsouthwales

Cancer Council is standing by everyone living with cancer, protecting life’s moments, for life.

If you need to talk about cancer, call 13 11 20.

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If you're familiar with James Clear's book, you'll know that small changes to daily habits can yield big results! Staying physically active and eating a healthy diet is one the best ways to lower your risk of cancer #menshealth #InternationalMensHealthWeek #atomichabits

If you're familiar with James Clear's book, you'll know that small changes to daily habits can yield big results! Staying physically active and eating a healthy diet is one the best ways to lower your risk of cancer #menshealth #InternationalMensHealthWeek #atomichabits
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"Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay. Supplies are short, so take this as a reminder to book an appointment to donate - it could change someone's life (and only takes 10 minutes). ♥️ 🔗 Find out more: lifeblood.com.au Thank you for considering blood donation. 🙌"

"Today is #WorldBloodDonorDay. Supplies are short, so take this as a reminder to book an appointment to donate - it could change someone's life (and only takes 10 minutes). ♥️

🔗 Find out more: lifeblood.com.au

Thank you for considering blood donation. 🙌"
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If you have male genitalia and are aged 15 and over, make sure you’re checking your 🍒 regularly! Testicular cancer is the second most common cancer in young men (20-39 years), so make sure you’re in the best position to detect cancer early. #InternationalMensHealthWeek

If you have male genitalia and are aged 15 and over, make sure you’re checking your 🍒 regularly! Testicular cancer is the second most common cancer in young men (20-39 years), so make sure you’re in the best position to detect cancer early. #InternationalMensHealthWeek
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Spotlight on our kidneys on #WorldKidneyCancerDay 🏆Some lifestyle factors that may increase the risk of kidney cancer include: 🚭Smoking 😓 High blood pressure 👉Having advanced kidney disease #kidneycancer #kidneycancerawareness

Spotlight on our kidneys on #WorldKidneyCancerDay 🏆Some lifestyle factors that may increase the risk of kidney cancer include:
🚭Smoking 
😓 High blood pressure
👉Having advanced kidney disease
 #kidneycancer #kidneycancerawareness
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June is #CancerImmunotherapyAwarenessMonth 👉 Immunotherapy is a treatment that stimulates the body’s immune system to fight cancer, and can be used on its own or with other types of treatment 🔎

June is #CancerImmunotherapyAwarenessMonth 👉 Immunotherapy is a treatment that stimulates the body’s immune system to fight cancer, and can be used on its own or with other types of treatment 🔎
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"What makes a type of cancer rare? ⚡It is found in an unusual part of the body for that type of cancer. ⚡It is a subtype of a more common cancer. ⚡It affects a child or teenager For more information & support, call 13 11 20 for a free & confidential discussion. #RareCancerDay"

"What makes a type of cancer rare?
⚡It is found in an unusual part of the body for that type of cancer.
⚡It is a subtype of a more common cancer.
⚡It affects a child or teenager
For more information & support, call 13 11 20 for a free & confidential discussion. #RareCancerDay"
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July is International Sarcoma Awareness Month. Soft tissue sarcoma, a rare cancer, refers to cancers found in soft tissues such as fat, muscle, tendons, and nerves. Read on to learn more cancercouncil.com.au/soft-tissue-sa…

July is International Sarcoma Awareness Month. Soft tissue sarcoma, a rare cancer, refers to cancers found in soft tissues such as fat, muscle, tendons, and nerves. Read on to learn more cancercouncil.com.au/soft-tissue-sa…
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Let’s honour the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Together, we can recognise their incredible contributions and work towards a more inclusive future. 🖤❤️💛 #NAIDOC2024

Let’s honour the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Together, we can recognise their incredible contributions and work towards a more inclusive future. 🖤❤️💛 #NAIDOC2024
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We welcome the recent Australian Government announcement that children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma will now have free access to a potentially lifesaving medicine at hospitals across Australia. Learn more here: health.gov.au/ministers/the-…

We welcome the recent Australian Government announcement that children and young adults with high-risk neuroblastoma will now have free access to a potentially lifesaving medicine at hospitals across Australia. Learn more here: health.gov.au/ministers/the-…
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Gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GIST) are a rare type of stomach cancer where abnormal cells form in the digestive system. They can be most commonly found in the stomach and small intestine. #GISTawareness #stomachcancer

Gastrointestinal stromal tumours (GIST) are a rare type of stomach cancer where abnormal cells form in the digestive system. They can be most commonly found in the stomach and small intestine. #GISTawareness #stomachcancer
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Even in winter, the sun’s UV can catch you off guard! Whether you're surfing, walking, or just enjoying a morning tea outside, UV exposure is still a risk. Stay #sunsmart all year round ⛅ 🧥Slip 🧴Slop (SPF 50+) 👒Slap ⛱️Seek 🕶️Slide #WinterSunSafety #UVsafetymonth

Even in winter, the sun’s UV can catch you off guard! Whether you're surfing, walking, or just enjoying a morning tea outside, UV exposure is still a risk. Stay #sunsmart all year round ⛅

🧥Slip
🧴Slop (SPF 50+)
👒Slap
⛱️Seek
🕶️Slide

#WinterSunSafety #UVsafetymonth
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Happy #InternationalFriendshipDay! Let’s celebrate those special bonds that uplift and carry us through everything. 🥰 “A day spent with friends is a day well spent.”

Happy #InternationalFriendshipDay! Let’s celebrate those special bonds that uplift and carry us through everything. 🥰
“A day spent with friends is a day well spent.”
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It's National Tradies Health Month, so we're looking at some of the cancer risks facing tradespeople. Exposure to silica dust, diesel engine exhaust, asbestos, wood dust and UV radiation can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer. #tradieshealth #cancerrisks

It's National Tradies Health Month, so we're looking at some of the cancer risks facing tradespeople.
Exposure to silica dust, diesel engine exhaust, asbestos, wood dust and UV radiation can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer.
#tradieshealth #cancerrisks
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We are thrilled to announce the appointment of our new Director of Research Strategy and Operations, Associate Professor Andreas Behren, to support the ongoing growth of cancer research at Cancer Council NSW.

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of our new Director of Research Strategy and Operations, Associate Professor Andreas Behren, to support the ongoing growth of cancer research at Cancer Council NSW.
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It’s National Immunisation Awareness Month - have you and your children had the HPV vaccine? This vaccine protects against HPV-related cancers, including almost all cervical cancers 💪 #HPVvaccineawareness

It’s National Immunisation Awareness Month - have you and your children had the HPV vaccine? This vaccine protects against HPV-related cancers, including almost all cervical cancers 💪 #HPVvaccineawareness
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Your body is powerful, resilient, and worthy of care. What’s on your health checklist? Share to spread the word and encourage the women in your life. #WomensHealthWeek #GynaecologicalCancerAwarenessMonth #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth

Your body is powerful, resilient, and worthy of care. What’s on your health checklist? 

Share to spread the word and encourage the women in your life.

#WomensHealthWeek #GynaecologicalCancerAwarenessMonth #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth
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Sex, intimacy and cancer – let's talk about it. Both cancer and its treatment can impact your sex life, affecting desire, intimacy, or physical comfort. Don't hesitate to ask for advice or communicate with your partner(s) and healthcare team. #sexandcancer #talkaboutit

Sex, intimacy and cancer – let's talk about it.
Both cancer and its treatment can impact your sex life, affecting desire, intimacy, or physical comfort. Don't hesitate to ask for advice or communicate with your partner(s) and healthcare team.
#sexandcancer #talkaboutit
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Been meaning to check in with someone? It's important to reach out, even if everything seems ok ✅ Take this as a friendly reminder to pick up the phone, send a DM, or arrange that coffee ☕ #RUOkDay #MentalHealthAwareness

Been meaning to check in with someone? It's important to reach out, even if everything seems ok ✅

Take this as a friendly reminder to pick up the phone, send a DM, or arrange that coffee ☕

#RUOkDay #MentalHealthAwareness
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Did you know that teenagers who have vaped are 5 times more likely to try smoking? A concerning stat! Our Generation Vape team have been hard at work being the first Australian study to look at the relationship between teen vaping and tobacco use.

Did you know that teenagers who have vaped are 5 times more likely to try smoking? A concerning stat! 

Our Generation Vape team have been hard at work being the first Australian study to look at the relationship between teen vaping and tobacco use.
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Many people with #lymphoma will initially have mild or few symptoms. The most common one is a painless swelling in the neck, groin, or under the arm. If your GP suspects lymphoma, they’ll feel your lymph nodes & abdomen to check for swollen organs. #WorldLymphomaDay

Many people with #lymphoma will initially have mild or few symptoms. The most common one is a painless swelling in the neck, groin, or under the arm. If your GP suspects lymphoma, they’ll feel your lymph nodes & abdomen to check for swollen organs.
#WorldLymphomaDay