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How Common is Cancer

WEB1 in 2 people in NSW will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85. In 2020, an estimated 49,000 new cases of cancer were diagnosed in NSW. Men are more likely than women …

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Looking After Yourself Living Well After Cancer Cancer …

WEBLooking after yourself. It’s important to look after your wellbeing after cancer treatment. For some people, this may mean making big lifestyle changes and embracing new health …

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Physical activity and cancer Cancer Council NSW

WEBCancer Council recommendations. For maximum cancer prevention benefits, Cancer Council recommends aiming for at least 60 minutes of moderate or 30 …

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Be Physically Active and Sit Less

WEBRecommended amounts of activity. Once cancer treatment is finished and you return to your usual day-to-day activities, aim to be as physically active as your abilities allow. …

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Red meat, processed meat and cancer Cancer Council …

WEBTo reduce your risk of cancer, Cancer Council recommends eating no more than 1 serve of lean red meat per day or 2 serves 3-4 times per week. Red meat …

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Mouth Care During Treatment Cancer Council NSW

WEBTry making a mouthwash by dissolving bicarbonate of soda and salt in 1 cup of warm water. While your mouth is very sensitive during treatment, use 1/4 tsp of each ingredient. After …

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Common Questions About Chemotherapy Cancer …

WEBHaving chemotherapy in the first trimester (12 weeks) may increase the risk of miscarriage or birth defects, but there seems to be a lower risk in the later stages of pregnancy. …

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Health Star Rating on food labels

WEB63 percent of adult Australians and ¼ of children are now classed as overweight or obese. The Health Star Rating is designed to help us make healthier choices for our whole …

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Common Reactions Emotions & Cancer Cancer Council …

WEBOverview. Cancer often involves a series of losses, such as the loss of good health, temporary or permanent changes to your appearance, not being able to work or do your …

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10 myths about nutrition Cancer Council NSW

WEBMyth 2: Vegetarian and vegan diets are healthier. FALSE: A solely plant-based diet can be healthy but will depend on the foods you include. Choosing minimally …

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Navigating the health care system Cancer Council NSW

WEBCancer care delivered publicly includes: consultations with your oncologist or surgeon. cancer treatments (e.g. surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy) tests such as blood …

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Vitamin B3 and non-melanoma skin cancer

WEBThe role of vitamin B3 in reducing non-melanoma skin cancer. Cancer Council NSW helped fund one of the biggest discoveries in skin cancer research – that vitamin B3 can help …

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Common questions about immunotherapy Cancer Council NSW

WEBYou may still be able to have immunotherapy, but there will be extra issues to consider. Autoimmune diseases make the body’s immune system overactive so it attacks normal …

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A brief history of smoking Cancer Council NSW

WEBThis was one of the earliest known instances of smoking being linked to ill health. In 1795 Sammuel Thomas von Soemmering of Maine (Germany) reported that he was becoming …

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Side effects of hormone therapy Cancer Council NSW

WEBCommon side effects. Common side effects include tiredness, hot flushes, mood changes, weight gain and sweating. Hormone therapy can also affect fertility and sexuality, bring …

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How Long Side Effects May Last

WEBHow long side effects may last. Radiation therapy can cause side effects during and just after treatment. These are called short-term or acute effects. Most side effects are …

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Signs that Someone is Dying End of Life Cancer Council NSW

WEBThe dying person may gradually lose interest in people nearby. They may find it hard to concentrate and they may stop talking. Withdrawing is part of letting go. Near the end, …

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Getting a Second Opinion Your Rights Cancer Council NSW

WEBReasons you may want to get a second opinion include: finding peace of mind. ensuring you receive up-to-date advice and treatment. getting a different point of view. joining or …

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