Recent articles by Claudia Bernardi
A new report from the Generation Vape research project reveals promising early indicators that Australia’s new e-cigarette (vape) laws are positively influencing the perceptions and behaviours of parents and teachers with many showing their support for policies that restrict vaping. The report offers insights on changes and emerging trends following the vaping legislation reforms. A […]
New research from The Daffodil Centre, a joint venture between Cancer Council NSW and The University of Sydney, on vaping and smoking trends among New Zealand adolescents is challenging previous findings used by tobacco and e-cigarette (vape) manufacturers to lobby against effective e-cigarette policies. The research examines the potential impact of vaping on smoking trends […]
Findings from one of the first studies on nicotine pouch use in Australia has been released by Generation Vape. The research examines attitudes of young people (aged 14-24 years old) towards this harmful new product manufactured by Big Tobacco. The study provides insights into the attitudes of young Australians towards nicotine pouches with testimonial from […]
Professor Bogda Koczwara AM will drive innovation at UNSW Sydney and Cancer Council NSW’s Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship. Medical oncologist and cancer survivorship expert Professor Bogda Koczwara has been appointed Director of the Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship. The centre, created through a joint investment of $40 million from UNSW and Cancer […]
Generation Vape takes the first look at the impact of Australia’s vaping laws A new report from the Generation Vape research project reveals promising early indicators that Australia’s new vape laws are reducing adolescent access to and use of vapes. The Generation Vape study assesses the impact of the laws on adolescents aged 14 to […]
New research investigating the impact of alcohol use on mortality in Australia has been published by the Daffodil Centre, a joint venture between Cancer Council NSW and the University of Sydney, showing that for every additional 7 drinks per week someone has, their relative risk of death from alcohol-related cancers rises by 12%. The study […]
Improve your long game is Cancer Council NSW’s free sun protection program which empowers golf clubs across the state to foster skin protection to help their golfers be safe from the sun and reduce their risk of skin cancer. Golf NSW and Professional Golfers Association of Australia (PGA) have shown their support for the program […]
Five years ago, Kristina’s life took an exciting turn when she decided to move to Australia from Germany. She was ready to escape the cold, in search for her next adventure. Within five days of arriving, she fell in love with Australia.
This Women’s Health Week, Cancer Council NSW is continuing our ongoing work with community to improve outcomes for culturally and linguistically diverse people through increasing awareness and ensuring equitable access to cancer screening information and services.
This International Nurses Day, we highlight the incredible work of our nurses & other healthcare professionals.