Understanding Cancer books

Understanding Cancer is a series of more than 60 resources for people with cancer, their families and friends. The series includes easy-to-read information about specific types of cancer, treatments, and emotional and practical issues. We also have audio-visual materials that can be downloaded or streamed online.

Click below to download booklets and fact sheets for people affected by cancer, including people who have been diagnosed with cancer, as well as their carers, family and friends.

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Prevention and general information

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For resources in other languages see our Multilingual cancer information.

Cancer Council NSW has also developed workplace fact sheets which provide information about cancer, treatment and side effects, and outline practical suggestions for workplaces. Click here for more information and to access the fact sheets.