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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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Last reviewed: May 2025

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Breast cancer | Cancer Australia

Breast cancer is a disease that occurs when abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably, forming a tumor that can spread to other parts of the body.

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Neuroendocrine tumours | Cancer Australia

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are cancers that arise from neuroendocrine cells, which are found throughout the body and produce hormones. These tumors can vary in their growth rate and the hormones they produce, affecting symptoms and treatment options.

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Myeloma | Cancer Australia

Myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells that can weaken the immune system, damage the kidneys, and cause bone damage.

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Mesothelioma | Cancer Australia

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops in the tissue surrounding the lungs, heart, and other internal organs.

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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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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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Thyroid cancer | Cancer Australia

Thyroid cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the thyroid gland, which can disrupt the body's hormone production.

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Gynaecological cancers | Cancer Australia

Gynaecological cancers are cancers of the female reproductive system that occur when abnormal cells grow in an uncontrolled way.

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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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Immunotherapy | Cancer Australia

Immunotherapy (sometimes called biological therapy) is a treatment that uses a person's immune system to treat certain cancers. The immune system is made up of a complex network of cells, chemicals, tissues and organs, that defends the body from infection. Immunotherapies work by helping the immune system attack cancer cells and slowing the growth and spread of cancer cells.

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