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Information and support

  • Get informed
  • I have cancer

    Cancer information from diagnosis to treatment and after cancer care.

  • I know someone with cancer

    How to support someone with cancer from diagnosis to treatment and after cancer care.

  • I want to cut my cancer risk

    Up to 50% of cancers can be prevented. Find out how.

  • Information and support

    For information and support call 13 11 20 to speak with an experienced cancer nurse.

  • Debunk cancer myths

    Accurate, evidence-based answers to your cancer questions.

  • Position statements on key issues

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer information

    Cancer information that includes culturally appropriate and relevant resources.

  • Submissions to government

    Cancer Council SA periodically provides submissions on a range of issues to the South Australian Government...

  • Blog

    View our latest blogs.

  • Get support
  • Information and support

    For information and support call 13 11 20 to speak with an experienced cancer nurse.

  • Accommodation

    Subsidised accommodation for country people in Adelaide for cancer treatment.

  • Counselling and Mindfulness

    Our free cancer counselling service allows you to discuss your cancer experience and its impact on your life.

  • Country cancer support

    Comprehensive information for rural South Australians affected by cancer.

  • Guide to cancer services

    Services to help you deal with many of the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

  • Legal and financial assistance

    We can help you find relevant community and government resources that may be able to assist you financially.

  • Health professionals

    We can support you in the delivery of care to your patients through the provision of cancer related...

  • Talk or listen to someone who has had cancer

    Connecting to people who've had a similar experience.

  • Cancer support groups

    Cancer support groups connect people affected by cancer and help them to share their experiences.

  • Cut my risk
  • I want to cut my risk

    Up to 50% of cancers can be prevented. Find out how.

  • Information and support

    For information and support call 13 11 20 to speak with an experienced cancer nurse.

  • SunSmart

    Tips for being SunSmart, the SunSmart Schools and Centres Program, workplace education and SunSmart app.

  • Quit smoking

    Talk to the professionally trained Quitline counsellors to get support through your quitting journey.

  • Shop at Cancer Council

    Buy the latest SunSmart products to protect your family from harmful UV.

  • kNOw workplace cancer

    Occupational exposure to carcinogens are estimated to cause over 5,000 new cases of cancer in Australia...

  • Cancer prevention sessions

    Cancer Council SA offers a range of information sessions and presentations to promote important cancer...

  • Finding cancer early

    In most cases the earlier a cancer is diagnosed the better the outcome.

  • Get involved
  • Donate

    There are various ways that you can make a donation and make a difference as we work towards a cancer free...

  • Fundraising events

    Taking part in one of our exciting events can be a fun and rewarding way to support Cancer Council SA.

  • Gifts in wills

    Leaving a gift in your will to a cause close to your heart is a wonderful way for your life to be celebrated.

  • Hold your own fundraiser

    Do you have an idea that is out of the box? You can turn virtually anything into a fundraiser…let us help!

  • Peter Nelson Leukaemia Research Fellowship Fund

    Established by Marjorie Jackson-Nelson in memory of her husband, Peter Nelson.

  • Volunteer

    Register today to help Cancer Council SA support people affected by cancer.

  • Corporate involvement

    We will only beat cancer by uniting with the community. You can be a part of that. Read more.

  • Behavioural research projects

    Access the list of current behavioural research taking place in South Australia.

  • Careers

    Want to join the team and be part of South Australia’s leading cancer organisation?

  • Share your story

    Sharing your story can make a big difference,

  • Wedding bonbonniere

    Donating to Cancer Council SA is a unique way of thanking your guests for celebrating your special day.

  • Research
  • Research

    Find out more about Cancer Council SA's research initiatives.

  • Beat Cancer Project

    Find out more about the Beat Cancer Project at Cancer Council SA and view our researcher profiles.

  • Research Fellowships

    Read more about our Research Fellowships on leukaemia and ovarian cancer

  • Cancer statistics

    Want to know the latest cancer statistics for South Australia?

  • Apply for funding (SAHMRI)

    Find out more about our calls for funding applications.

  • Current clinical trials

    Learn more about the current clinical trials available to patients.

  • Behavioural research unit

    Behavioural research at Cancer Council SA

    • Get involved

    How can your story help?

    Sharing your story can:

    • help raise awareness about important cancer issues
    • help others cope with treatment and feel less alone
    • give others the courage to talk about cancer and seek help
    • highlight the need for community fundraising events that enable Cancer Council SA to continue investment in research, prevention and support programs.

    Who can share their story?

    Anyone and everyone; you may have cancer, be a family member or friend or be caring for someone with cancer, or you may want to share how you are reducing your cancer risk.

    Every cancer story is unique and has something to offer.

    How will your story be used?

    Your story may be used in full or short quotes used to support a larger story. With your permission your story may appear:

    • in the media and social media
    • Cancer Council website
    • in printed materials
    • at events

    Cancer Council SA will always provide support and assistance with media opportunities.

    Always with your approval

    You can choose how to share your story. We will always contact you before we use your story in any way to make sure you are comfortable with what is shared and how.

    To view our Privacy Policy click here.  You may opt-out of sharing your story at any time. 

    If you have any questions or would like to share your story, please call 08 8291 4119 or fill in your details below.
     

    Today at Cancer Council SA

  • Do you have a cancer question?

    Do you have a cancer question?

    Cancer causes questions. Call us for the answers.

  • Donate in lieu of flowers

    Donate in lieu of flowers

    Remembering loved ones by ensuring no one goes through cancer alone.

  • Fundraising events

    Fundraising events

    We have a wide range of exciting events that give you the opportunity to support our vision of a cancer free future in a fun, easy yet symbolic way.

  • Healthy Living after Cancer

    Healthy Living after Cancer

    Getting back to a healthy lifestyle after cancer is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Find out about our Healthy Living after Cancer program.

  • Heard something about cancer and not sure if it's true?

    Heard something about cancer and not sure if it's true?

    Get all the evidence based answers to your cancer questions here.

  • Join the conversation

    Join the conversation

    Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date with the latest community events and news.

  • More than a gift, it's hope for the future

    More than a gift, it's hope for the future

    Including a bequest to Cancer Council SA in your will is not an alternative to looking after your loved ones, it’s part of it. Find out more.

  • Quitline

    Quitline

    Quitline is a government-funded service operated by Cancer Council SA, with the sole goal of providing the support, strategies and information to empower individuals to quit smoking.