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Globally, and at home, we need a plan to reduce cancer inequalities.
Australia has some of the best cancer survival rates in the world, but unfortunately this success story masks some stark inequalities. For instance, Australia’s most disadvantaged populations are 37 percent more likely to die of cancer than the richest.
Continue reading Globally, and at home, we need a plan to reduce cancer inequalities.
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Why men with cancer need improved emotional support throughout their cancer experience
The focus on men’s physical health in preventing cancer is important, but it’s also critical that we promote men’s emotional health, particularly for those living with cancer.
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Australian Cancer Research - Are we really getting closer to a cancer free future?
With Australia investing millions of dollars in cancer research every year and daily news bulletins endlessly promoting promising breakthroughs, it's no surprise that the Australian community wants to be reassured that the work taking place around Australia is really making a difference.
Continue reading Australian Cancer Research - Are we really getting closer to a cancer free future?
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Young or old, there's nothing healthy about a tan
As a dermatologist I see a lot of damaged skin. I can still remember my first melanoma death. He was a young man in his thirties with three small children. It was a tragedy.
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Here are the nine things you should know about the new cervical screening program.
Australia's new cervical screening program is good news for all of us with a cervix. A more sophisticated test means that the early signs of cervical cancer can be picked up one step earlier, helping to further improve early detection.
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