Affected by cancer?

Cancer Australia aims to enhance support, information and participation in decision-making for all people affected by cancer. The terms ‘people affected by cancer’ and ‘consumers’ include people living with cancer, cancer survivors, carers and family members.

Cancer Australia's strategies and programs include:

• prioritising consumer participation in Cancer Australia's advisory and working groups;
• funding the Supporting people with cancer grants initiative (formerly Building Cancer Support Networks);
• producing consumer resources for individuals and groups; and
• working to improve access to information about cancer clinical trials in Australia.

An update of Cancer Australia's consumer activities is available through our Newsletters page.

Cancer Australia does not provide cancer services or treatment advice. People seeking information about care and treatment for their individual situation are advised to speak with their doctor or another health professional. However, if you (or someone close to you) have been diagnosed with cancer, the following links will provide you with:

• An overview of various cancers and their impact in Australia, as well as links to further reliable information, and
• A starting point for support information (including specific cancer organisations).