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Cancer Australia

Cancer Australia was established by the Australian Government in 2006 to benefit all Australians affected by cancer, and their families and carers. Cancer Australia aims to reduce the impact of cancer, address disparities and improve outcomes for people affected by cancer by leading and coordinating national, evidence-based interventions across the continuum of care.

As a national cancer control agency, Cancer Australia also makes recommendations to the Australian Government about cancer policy and priorities.

Vision and mission

The vision of Cancer Australia is to reduce the impact of cancer and improve the wellbeing of people affected by cancer.

Cancer Australia’s mission is to strengthen and provide advice on the Australian Government’s strategic focus on cancer control and care.

How Cancer Australia can help

The Cancer Australia website provides evidence-based information about cancer, including awareness and risk reduction, and information and support for people and children affected by cancer and their health professionals, as well as research and key policy initiatives. It also offers clinical tools, grant opportunities, and links to support services. Visit canceraustralia.gov.au to find out more.

The Australian Cancer Plan is a ground-breaking national strategy that sets out strategic objectives, ambitions, goals and priority actions for cancer control.

The Australian Cancer Plan was developed through extensive engagement and consultation across the cancer sector, with input from people affected by cancer, consumer organisations, peak bodies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, researchers, health professionals, non-government organisations, and policy makers.

To view the Australian Cancer Plan and learn more about how we can help achieve world-class cancer outcomes and experiences for all Australians, visit australiancancerplan.gov.au

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Cancer Australia.

Last reviewed: May 2025

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Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Resources | Cancer Australia

Cancer Australia has produced a range of resources about cancer which have been translated into other languages.

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Breast cancer in men | Cancer Australia

This section is for men with breast cancer, their families and friends and anyone else who would like to know more about breast cancer in men.

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Breast cancer in young women | Cancer Australia

Every day around three women under 40 are diagnosed with breast cancer.

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Children's cancer | Cancer Australia

Having a child diagnosed with cancer can be devastating. It affects parents, immediate family members, and extended family as well. Facing such a diagnosis can be overwhelming and leave you with many questions and concerns.

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Types of children's cancer | Cancer Australia

The types of cancers that affect children tend to be different to the cancers that affect adults. In this section, you’ll find information about the most common types of children’s cancers, including symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, support and clinical trials.

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All cancer types | Cancer Australia

For evidence-based information about different types of cancer, including symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, support and statistics, select from the list of cancers below.

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Sarcoma | Cancer Australia

Sarcoma is a rare cancer that begins in the connective tissues of the body, such as bones, cartilage, and muscles, and can occur anywhere in the body.

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Endometrial cancer | Cancer Australia

Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus, often caused by abnormal cell growth.

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Bladder cancer | Cancer Australia

Bladder cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the bladder grow in an uncontrolled way. In some cases, the cancer can spread to other parts of the body.

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Bowel cancer | Cancer Australia

Bowel cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the wall of the large bowel grow in an uncontrolled way.

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