Cancer Council Australia provides information and resources on diagnosis and treatment according to your cancer type. There are a broad range of support and services accessible through or endorsed by Cancer Council. Each state has their own version of the Cancer Council website, while Cancer Council Australia is the national body.
See below for the individual links:
Cancer Council 13 11 20
Cancer Council 13 11 20 is a free, confidential telephone information and support service run by Cancer Councils in each state and territory. If you have a question about cancer, or to find out about their range of support services for people affected by cancer in your local area, call 13 11 20 to speak to their specially trained staff.
Cancer Council Podcasts | Cancer Council NSW
A podcast series produced by Cancer Council NSW. Host, Julie McCrossin, chats to cancer experts and people affected by a cancer diagnosis. Subjects include coping with cancer, making treatment decisions, managing side effects, impact on relationships, supporting carers, and other related topics.
Online Community Forum | Cancer Council
Online forum hosted by Cancer Council. Anyone who has been affected by cancer is welcome to join the discussion for answers to their questions or support from others who are going through similar situations. It could provide a source of support by connecting to others who have experienced similar circumstances.
Cancer school | Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Cancer School, developed by Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, provides information and support for your cancer journey, including ‘what to expect when you have cancer’ and emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. It includes support for work and study, finances, legal matters and a section for carers.
Cancer Care and Your Rights PDF Booklet | Cancer Council
The Cancer Council booklet discusses your rights while navigating the healthcare system. It explains Medicare, private health insurance, and your rights about making treatment decisions and accessing your own medical record. There is also a section on the rights for carers.
Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre | Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
The Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre (ACSC) aims to improve the health and wellbeing of cancer survivors and their carers by providing useful information and resources such as self-management and cancer, community support organisations and survivorship in diverse populations.
Cancer of Unknown Primary | Rare Cancers Australia
Rare Cancers Australia advocate for Australians living with rare cancers, such as Cancer of Unknown Primary, and provide support through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond. With support from their community, industry, partners and stakeholders, Rare Cancers Australia strive to provide an equitable and fair healthcare experience to all patients, regardless of cancer diagnosis.
This section of the eviQ website provides information for people having cancer treatment and their carers, families and friends. There are corresponding patient information sheets for different treatment options, receiving cancer treatment and managing any common side effects of cancer treatment.
Here are the links to other pages for support and services. You may also use the quick links on the right side of the page to navigate.
Most people are diagnosed with cancer of unknown primary (CUP) after they have symptoms or become unwell. Some people may be diagnosed during tests for another health condition. When cancer is suspected, you might be referred for tests or to a specialist.
The treatment you have depends on a number of things, including where the cancer is and your general health. A team of doctors and other professionals discuss the best treatment and care for you. The main treatment for Cancer of Unknown Primary is cancer drugs, most commonly chemotherapy. You may also have radiotherapy to help to control your symptoms and hormone therapy.
