Griffith University Nutrition and Dietetic Students are undertaking a community public health project at Lismore Base Hospital to help support cancer survivors (who have completed their active treatment) and their carers.   They are asking for your H.E.L.P in regards to generating a new online Cancer Survivorship program. Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Program (H.E.L.P) is an evidence-based pilot program looking to address the need for greater accessibility to survivorship programs in our community.    Please click the link below and partake in a 2-minute survey to help us collect valuable information in developing this program for Cancer survivors and their families/carers.   If you have any further questions please email us at tanya.bachmann@griffithuni.edu.au   Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcHcn8jbpmts4_VIxiXZwxJitZVwhs7l3KWFcb4AxJABRZxQ/viewform ... View more

Griffith University Nutrition and Dietetic Students are undertaking a community public health project at Lismore Base Hospital to help support cancer survivors (who have completed their active treatment) and their carers.   They are asking for your H.E.L.P in regards to generating a new online Cancer Survivorship program. Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Program (H.E.L.P) is an evidence-based pilot program looking to address the need for greater accessibility to survivorship programs in our community.    Please click the link below and partake in a 2-minute survey to help us collect valuable information in developing this program for Cancer survivors and their families/carers.   If you have any further questions please email us at tanya.bachmann@griffithuni.edu.au   Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcHcn8jbpmts4_VIxiXZwxJitZVwhs7l3KWFcb4AxJABRZxQ/viewform   ... View more

*This event is not run by Cancer Council*   Breast Cancer Network Australia is running a FREE ONLINE webinar on 29 April focusing on the emotional, physical and practical implications of living with breast cancer. There will be a psychologist, psychiatrist, breast care nurses and breast cancer survivors on the panel to talk through these topics.   For more information and to register, follow this link: https://www.bcna.org.au/events/2021/living-the-best-life-you-can-with-breast-cancer/ ... View more

The University of Sydney is running a webinar on Living Well with Head and Neck Cancer on Thursday 29th April, 6:30pm-8pm.   Topics include: Beyond Surviving Head and Neck Cancer Physiotherapy and Speech Rehabilitation following Head and Neck Cancer Facial Prosthetic Rehabilitation Look Good Feel Better following Head and Neck Cancer For more information and to register, follow the link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/living-well-with-head-and-neck-cancer-registration-145809284495      (Not affiliated with Cancer Council) ... View more

Listen to our new podcast, "Finding Calm During Cancer"!  🙂😴   In the Finding Calm During Cancer podcast, join psychologist Dr Lisbeth Lane as she guides you through a series of meditation and relaxation practices.   The new podcast includes content from the relaxation and meditation CD's.   Anyone can listen from our website or download Finding Calm During Cancer to their device (smartphone, iPad etc) via Apple podcasts or another podcasting app and listen anywhere, anytime. All they need to do is open the podcast app on their phone and search for Finding Calm During Cancer.   If you have any questions about cancer or would like to talk through your concerns, you can call Cancer Council 13 11 20 from anywhere in Australia. ... View more

I admit to being quite naive when it comes to knowing which fruits and vegetables are in season when!    I came across this article by our Nutrition Unit which outlines clearly what will be in season in the coming months of Autumn:  https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/blog/what-fruits-and-vegetables-are-in-season-in-autumn/ 🍎🥑🥝   In season = better for the wallet!   Speaking of Autumn, why not sign up for the Autumn Wellness Kit? It covers games and activities, nutrition and essentials for the cooler months  https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/get-involved/get-your-autumn-wellness-kit/ ☕☔💙 ... View more

The ENRICHing Survivorship program is a free healthy lifestyle program for cancer survivors (who have completed their active treatment) and their carers, which runs for 2 hours each week for 8 weeks. You can find out more here   The following programs are now accepting registrations: Castle Hill – Thursdays: 4 March – 22nd April 2020, 10am – 12noon North Wollongong – Thursdays: 4 March – 22nd April 2020, 10am – 12noon Castle Hill – Saturdays: 1 May – 19 June 2021, 10am – 12noon Woolloomooloo – Fridays: 7 May – 25 June 2021, 10am – 12noon   We understand there may be some concerns around safety since COVID-19. We will be adhering to the following additional safety measures: QR code check-in at venue Venue follows 4sqm rule Masks will be provided for participants and facilitators to wear during sessions (for those who do not have a face mask) Hand sanitiser provided   To register: • Call us on 1300 360 541 ... View more

Psychological distress in people diagnosed with cancer is common and can have a number of negative consequences for affected people, including reduced quality of life and increased experience of physical symptoms. Yoga interventions have the potential to address issues such as anxiety and depression to reduce or eliminate these effects.   Researchers at NICM Health Research Institute, part of Western Sydney University, are looking for people to take part in a short survey on wellbeing in people with cancer and their thoughts on participating in yoga practice. Responses from both those that have and haven’t done yoga before are welcome.   The survey will help design a study evaluating the effects of yoga on mental health in cancer.   Access the survey: https://surveyswesternsydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6JeMrocIfTaVdJ3 ... View more

It can be helpful, reassuring and encouraging to reach out and speak to someone about your cancer experience, whether they are a cancer health care professional, or perhaps another survivor or carer like yourself.   Here are some options of who you can reach out to here at Cancer Council:   Information and Support Line 131120 Mon-Fri https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/get-support/coping-with-cancer/cancer-helpline/ Telephone Support Groups - (accessed via 131120) https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/get-support/coping-with-cancer/telephone-support-groups-for-cancer-patients-carers/  Cancer Connect (accessed via 131120) https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/get-support/coping-with-cancer/cancer-connect/  Cancer Council Online Community - right here! Find a forum, make a post and get chatting. And external to Cancer Council Lifeline 131114 https://www.lifeline.org.au/  There's always someone available to listen.   🌻Laura💛 ... View more