Who’s who in the breast cancer world? (Australia)
(Australia) Breast Cancer Network Australia
"Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) works to ensure that women
diagnosed with breast cancer, and their families, receive the very best
information, treatment, care and support possible, no matter who they
are or where they live." (BCNA website)
(Australia) National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
"National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC) is Australia’s
national authority and source of evidence-based information on breast
and ovarian cancer. Funded by the Australian Government, NBOCC works in
partnership with health professionals, cancer organisations,
researchers, governments and those diagnosed to improve outcomes in
breast and ovarian cancer."
(Australia) Cancer Council Australia National organisation Focus is on advice and advocacy
"CCA advises the Australian Government and other
bodies on practices and policies to help prevent, detect and treat
cancer."
"We also advocate for the rights of cancer patients for best
treatment and supportive care."
(Australia) Cancer Council Queensland State organisation
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Focus is on support, prevention, and education
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CCQ's SunSmart shop is located at CCQ's premises (Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill, Brisbane)
Look Good...Feel Better is a free community service program dedicated to
helping women undergoing treatment for cancer. The purpose of the
program is to help manage the appearance related side effects of
chemotherapy and radiotherapy, thereby helping to restore their
appearance and self image.
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