Occupational and Environmental Cancers | Prevention Policy

These policies present information about occupational and environmental risk factors for cancer. They are currently undergoing a significant review and are being updated by Cancer Council Australia’s expert Occupational and Environmental Cancer Committee. Additional related policies are being revised as part of this process.

For updates on when the revised policies will be available, or if you have any questions, please contact cancercontrolpolicy@cancer.org.au.

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