Tag: childhood cancer
Editor’s note (August 2026) Since this story was first published, Coen has sadly passed away. Cancer Council NSW extends its heartfelt condolences to Amanda, James, Logan and all who loved him. We are grateful to have shared Coen’s story, and we hope his legacy continues to inspire support for life-saving childhood cancer research and compassionate […]
Professor Richard Lock has been a cancer biologist for over 30 years and specialises in leukemia research. Cancer Council NSW has played an important role in his research journey with his first major Australian grant funded by the organisation. Since that first grant his research has advanced, and in 2011 he was awarded another Cancer […]
Brett was diagnosed with brain cancer in December 1988 – the same night as his year 10 graduation, at 15 years of age. 28 years later, he is thankful to call himself a survivor of the disease. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – read Brett’s Story After receiving the shocking diagnosis, Brett endured five […]