This is a message from organisations and health professionals around Australia for everyone affected by cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic.   Please remember that all our support services are open and all your oncologists and treating teams are still available, even if the way you interact with them has changed slightly. Our 13 11 20 Information and Support service is also open weekdays, between 9am-5pm Australia-wide for anyone that wishes to chat to our trained health professionals.   These forums are also open to everyone, 24x7, seven days a week ❤️ ... View more

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) has put together an information hub for Aboriginal and Torrest Strait Islander people about COVID-19.   In early March, the Australian Federal Government convened the Aboriginal and Torrest Strait Islander Advisory Group on COVID-19, to develop and deliver a National Management Plan to protect communities and save lives.   This Taskforce is co-chaired by NACCHO as well as the Australian Department of Health, with partners from Aboriginal Health Services, the Australian Indigenous Doctors Association and the National Indigenous Australian’s Agency (NIAA) and other affiliates, including state and territory public health representatives and communicable disease experts.   You can read the agreed upon action plan here.   What is the Coronavirus and what should you do?     Remember to take care of your health and protect others by doing the following: Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly with soap and water Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth and unnecessary physical contact with others Cover your cough and sneeze with the bend of your elbow or a tissue Stay at home if you feel unwell - even with a slight fever and cough Avoid large gatherings and crowded public areas and practice social distancing If you have a fever, cough and/or difficulty breathing contact your local medical service by phone Stay up to date and aware of all relevant information at the appropriate sources More information regarding the above tips are available here.   Further resources include: Medicines and Pharmacy updates Communication updates from the Taskforce Posters and social media resources The following are links to resources from affiliated organisations: AH&MRC COVID-19 Resources AMSANT COVID-19 Resources AHCWA COVID-19 Resources QAIHC COVID-19 Resources AHCSA COVID-19 Resources Winnunga Nimmityjah COVID-19 information VACCHO COVID-19 information ... View more

Here are some simple tips we can all follow to help to slow the spread of COVID-19.     If you're feeling anxious, please remember Australians can call 13 11 20 between 9am-5pm weekdays and this Online Community is open to everyone, 24x7, no matter where you are 💛 ... View more