Blog Topic: Media releases
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 […]
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 […]
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Sydney Football Club for their 20th anniversary season! Sydney FC is Australia’s most successful club in the A-Leagues. Through this partnership, Cancer Council will have a platform to communicate our services and vital cancer information to the largest fanbase in the A-Leagues, as well as encourage […]
Cancer Council NSW congratulates the NSW Government on announcing reforms that tackle illegal tobacco including a tobacco licensing scheme, increased enforcement and tougher penalties for tobacco retail offences. Introducing a Tobacco License Scheme brings NSW into line with nearly every other jurisdiction in Australia. The scheme, supported by increased penalties, is expected to significantly strengthen […]
The Australian Research Centre for Cancer Survivorship will co-design, evaluate and implement evidence-based interventions to improve the quality of life for people who have survived cancer.
New research led by the Daffodil Centre, a joint venture between Cancer Council NSW and the University of Sydney, has identified that alcohol may cause more deaths than previously thought.
New research by the Daffodil Centre predicts that unless there are changes in health policy and practice, 1.58 million Australians will prematurely die from cancer between 2020 and 2044, accounting for a total of 24.5 million years of life lost. The average life expectancy in Australia is among the highest in the world, yet one-third […]
Young people are increasingly reporting being addicted to vaping. Young adult attempts to quit vaping are also at an all-time high.
Knowing what to say to a friend or family member who has been diagnosed with cancer can be hard. Here are 10 tips.