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 (Opens in new tab) 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 (Opens in new tab)

Information / help lines

Email: enquiries@canceraustralia.gov.au
Telephone: +61 2 9357 9400
Free call: 1800 624 973

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