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01 Nov 2022... You may hear about, or become interested in, complementary therapies. This factsheet has information on conventional, complementary, and alternative cancer therapies; what types of complementary therapies are available for cancer patients; and what to do before considering complementary therapy.

01 Aug 2019... This information is for women at high risk of ovarian cancer. It describes the surgical procedure called Risk-Reducing Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy (RRBSO). It explains when the surgery is recommended, what it involves and how to manage the effects of surgery.

01 Sep 2020... This patient information sheet explains mucositis and xerostomia, the two most common mouth problems during cancer treatment

01 Sep 2020... This patient information sheet explains when you are likely to get nausea and vomiting after chemo- or radiotherapy, how you can manage it and what to do if it doesn't stop.

01 Dec 2016... This information is for people who have finished treatment for cancer, such as surgery, radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy.

24 Aug 2022... Animations designed to help educate and empower people living with Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) in multicultural, multilingual communities to self-manage their care and improve their quality of life after treatment for HNC.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be restrictions on the number of visitors that patients can have at some Victorian hospitals. Here are some tips to help you, your family and friends feel connected and informed.

30 Nov 2022... Being prepared and understanding what radiation therapy is can help lessen some of the stress surrounding your treatment. This factsheet has information on radiation therapy, why and how it is given, when and for how long it is used, associated pain or discomfort, and possible side-effects.

31 Jul 2022... This resource is part of Cancer Council's "Guides to Best Cancer Care" series. It can help and guide individuals and families with children, adolescents and young adults diagnosed with acute leukaemia. It has information on initial tests and referrals, diagnosis and treatment, ,care and recovery, and living with relapsed or refractory disease.

31 Dec 2022... This Cancer Council factsheet has information early detection of ovarian cancer in the Australian context. It has information on risk factors, testing, limitations on screening and monitoring, symptoms, and where to get reliable information.