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Vale Professor Richard Scolyer AO, world-renowned melanoma pathologist and cancer research pioneer.
Read his open letter to all Australians >> ow.ly/sYHj50Z8BRi
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Brain Tumour Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness and support those impacted.🩶
Radiation therapy plays a vital role in the treatment of many brain tumours, helping improve outcomes for patients. Find out more on the Targeting Cancer website >> ow.ly/hAIC50Z4yb2
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As trusted advisors, GPs play a critical role in guiding cancer patients on their pathway from early detection to treatment options.
Access Targeting Cancer's GP tools and resources here >> ow.ly/wCw750YZfri
#RadiationTherapy #GPresources #PatientSupport #CancerCare
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When you’re facing a cancer diagnosis, knowing you're not alone can make all the difference.💛
Your radiation therapy story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear today to feel less alone.
💌Share your story with us >> ow.ly/o1by50YOl8l
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Did you know that 1 in 2 cancer patients would benefit from radiation therapy, yet only 1 in 3 patients actually receives it?
It’s time to change the conversation, learn more >> ow.ly/TMLx50YOjWJ
#RadiationTherapy #CancerCare #HealthEquity #CloseTheCareGap
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🟣 April is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Raising awareness of symptoms and encouraging timely assessment can make a meaningful difference for people affected by oesophageal cancer.
Learn more about how radiation therapy can treat oesophageal cancer:
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💜This April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. We encourage men to speak up about changes and seek medical advice early.
Find out more about how radiation therapy can treat testicular cancer on the Targeting Cancer website >> ow.ly/Ka0M50YHYBk
#TargetingCancer
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Today is World Health Day. 🌏
We are raising awareness of the inequitable access to radiation therapy often experienced by Māori communities. This means ensuring care is culturally safe and responsive to the needs of Māori cancer patients and communities.
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Today is World Health Day. 🌏
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, barriers such as distance to services, time away from family, and a lack of Aboriginal clinicians in health facilities can make accessing cancer treatment challenging.
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World Health Day is coming up on 7 April. 🌏
We are starting a conversation about equitable access to cancer care. For many people living in rural and regional communities, accessing radiation therapy is not always straightforward.
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When most people think about radiotherapy, they think of cancer treatment - and for good reason. It has saved and improved millions of lives.
What’s less well known is that very low doses of radiotherapy can also be used.
Read more here: ow.ly/iIJY50YyrVi
#TargetingCancer
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This March, for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we are raising awareness of colorectal cancer and encouraging action to help reduce risk and improve outcomes.
Learn more about how radiation therapy can support colorectal cancer treatment >> ow.ly/w5Sn50YxUfQ
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🧡 Orange up for Kidney Cancer Awareness Month 🧡
This month, we shine a light on kidney cancer, support those affected, and encourage conversations about diagnosis, treatment options and care.
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#TargetingCancer #KidneyCancerAwarenessMonth
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What are the side effects of radiation therapy? Is it a problem if I miss a treatment? Read some of the most common questions patients ask about radiation therapy (and the answers!) in the FAQs section of our website > ow.ly/5xUv50YkP5h
#RadiationTherapy #PatientExperience
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February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month — a time to recognise those affected and to highlight the importance of early recognition.
To learn more about how radiation therapy can support cancer treatment >>
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#TargetingCancer #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth
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This World Cancer Day, we embrace the theme “United by Unique”—recognising that every cancer journey is shaped by an individual story, background and experience.
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#WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique #TargetingCancer @worldcancerday
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Dr Tuan Ha, Dean of the Faculty of Radiation Oncology at RANZCR, shares what United by Unique means to him and why every cancer journey deserves to be seen, respected, and understood.
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#WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique #TargetingCancer @worldcancerday
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Dr Jennifer Chard, Radiation Oncologist, shares why she loves her work and the extraordinary privilege of meeting so many remarkable individuals through their cancer journeys.
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#UnitedByUnique #WorldCancerDay #TargetingCancer
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Dayveen shares her powerful and deeply personal story as a cervical cancer patient — a journey shaped by fear, resilience and hope.
Watch more here >> ow.ly/OFMF50Y7mij
#WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique #TargetingCancer
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Radiation Oncologist Dr Gina Hesselberg highlights the importance of equitable, patient‑centred care and the power of a strong multidisciplinary team.
Watch here >> ow.ly/VBg350Y7mfG
#TargetingCancer #WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique
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