Unhealthy food promotions fuelling obesity in WA
The burden of obesity on individuals and medical services shows no sign of abating with supermarkets found to be overwhelmingly promoting unhealthy foods. Read More...
Cancer Council WA
New skin cancer campaign takes flight
Invisible UV rays are being brought to life in a new skin cancer awareness campaign with a pointed message for young people about the importance of sun protection. Read More...
WA set to challenge vaping reforms
Despite the furore surrounding the Federal Government’s decision to legislate pharmacy only based sales of vaping products, the WA Government will forgo the Green’s provision to enable former smokers to purchase these items over the counter, without a prescription. Read More...
When life is not very ho, ho, ho
It is the time of the year when most people are enjoying a break and catching up with family and friends, but for people with cancer it can feel anything but festive. Read More...
Cervical screening WA
A new campaign is set to help boost cervical screening rates in WA. Read More...
Living lighter for health and budget
Cancer Council WA’s Melissa Ledger argues that when it comes to controlling obesity, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Read More...
A Spoonful of Walking…
Exercise is showing its clinical chops as an effective part of treatment of all manner of chronic diseases, says Cancer Council WA’s Gael Myers. Read More...
Knowing the Costs of Cancer
A diagnosis of cancer brings with it physical and mental anguish but Cancer Council WA’s Melanie Marsh argues that financial hardship shouldn’t be part of the mix. Read More...