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Fresh hope as treatment cost slashed for rare cancer

Fresh hope as treatment cost slashed for rare cancer

Patients suffering a rare form of brain cancer will be able to access a new, targeted treatment at low cost for the first time in two decades.

'Cancer doesn't wait': a new plan to help rural men

'Cancer doesn't wait': a new plan to help rural men

'Cancer doesn't wait': a new plan to help rural men

'Cancer doesn't wait': a new plan to help rural men

One regional patient had to spend more than $20,000 on prostate cancer surgery, as a new health plan aims to address the higher mortality rate in rural areas.

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Ines Pires da Silva didn't sit on her laurels after winning a major science prize - she is ever closer to personalising immunotherapy for cancer patients.

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One million Aussies have cancer, under-40s rates rise

One million Aussies have cancer, under-40s rates rise

The most detailed analysis of how cancer affects Australians shows mortality rates are improving for some patients, including First Nations people.

'Passion and purpose' of melanoma researcher remembered

'Passion and purpose' of melanoma researcher remembered

After a life where he made skin cancer largely beatable and greatly accelerated brain cancer research, an Australian of the Year winner has been farewelled.

Illegal tanning beds lead to landmark fine for business

Illegal tanning beds lead to landmark fine for business

Bookings made through online messaging platforms and paid for in cash sparked suspicions that have lead to a beauty business being hit by a record fine.

Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

Jeremy Clarkson reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

Former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson shares in his series Clarkson’s Farm that he's been diagnosed with an aggressive form of ‌prostate cancer.

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Pioneering researcher remembered as cancer fight ends

Pioneering researcher remembered as cancer fight ends

Pioneering researcher remembered as cancer fight ends

Pioneering researcher remembered as cancer fight ends

A renowned pathologist and former Australian of the Year has been remembered as a selfless fighter who strived to improve the lives of others.

Price spike as John Farnham tribute tickets go on sale

Price spike as John Farnham tribute tickets go on sale

Price spike as John Farnham tribute tickets go on sale

Price spike as John Farnham tribute tickets go on sale

Tickets for a charity concert in tribute to John Farnham are selling for as much as $1650, but The Voice himself won't be performing.

Not a 'me' disease: bowel cancer surge in young people

Not a 'me' disease: bowel cancer surge in young people

Not a 'me' disease: bowel cancer surge in young people

Not a 'me' disease: bowel cancer surge in young people

A mysterious rise in bowel cancer rates in young people has doctors stumped and is putting patients through a treatment regime unsuited to their stage of life.

Misconceptions cloud palliative care as population ages

Misconceptions cloud palliative care as population ages

Misconceptions cloud palliative care as population ages

Misconceptions cloud palliative care as population ages

Australians have been urged to start conversations about end-of-life care as the nation's ageing population puts palliative care in the spotlight.

Kid's cancer centre zeroes in on 'terrible disease'

Kid's cancer centre zeroes in on 'terrible disease'

Kid's cancer centre zeroes in on 'terrible disease'

Kid's cancer centre zeroes in on 'terrible disease'

Australia is opening its first centre focused solely on transforming the experiences and outcomes for children and young people with cancer.

Much-loved radio presenter dies after cancer battle

Much-loved radio presenter dies after cancer battle

Much-loved radio presenter dies after cancer battle

Much-loved radio presenter dies after cancer battle

A radio and music personality has passed away after a cancer fight and is being remembered as a voice of warmth and wit across the airwaves.

'World of hurt': AFL great's cancer warning for men

'World of hurt': AFL great's cancer warning for men

'World of hurt': AFL great's cancer warning for men

'World of hurt': AFL great's cancer warning for men

Carlton defender Sam Docherty was in his football prime when diagnosed with cancer. Now he's urging men to learn from his mistake.

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Vapes may cause cancer despite safer than smoking claim

Using nicotine-based vapes is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, even if e-cigarette users do not smoke tobacco, a watershed academic review has found.

Cancer survivor's parents walk to give others hope

The mother of a childhood cancer survivor, Marina Forde is doing the Walk for Kids with Cancer so more parents can enjoy a happy ending.

Hidden breast cancer costs increase burden of disease

The financial, emotional and social cost of breast cancer has been revealed in a report that has found many Australians delay or skip treatment due to costs.

Sunscreen overhaul unlikely to fix 'trust deficit'

Consultations have begun on new rules designed to help Australians slip, slop, slap with confidence but not all are convinced the fix will be so simple.

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Child cancer survivors plead for support later in life

Surviving childhood cancer can change the trajectory of the rest of someone's life but there is not enough support available, researchers say.

Biotech shares plunge after lung cancer drug's failure

An ASX biotech formerly worth over $500 million has lost most of its value after its drug failed to treat lung cancer effectively.

Mack Horton trades speedos for 'butt cream' and Lycra

A decade after winning gold, former Olympic swimmer Mack Horton will chase hills, not medals, on a days-long cycling tour to raise millions for cancer research.

'Phew': Kath and Kim star announces cancer remission

Magda Szubanski, best known as Sharon Strzelecki from the sitcom Kath and Kim, says she is in remission after battling a rare blood cancer.

Grey skies can't deter colourful Mardi Gras crowd

Revellers at Mardi Gras Fair Day are being encouraged to visit a pop-up health information space focusing on sexual health and cancer screenings.

Blood test could bolster brain cancer survival rates

Australian scientists have developed a diagnostic device that uses a patient's blood to analyse how deadly brain tumours are responding to medical treatment.

Cancer diagnosis for hero cop who shot Bondi stabber

Donations and praise have poured in for the heroic police officer who brought a stabbing rampage to an end as she battles a rare form of cancer.

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