19 January 2024
As part of World Cancer Day 2024, Canberra Region Cancer Centre is hosting a series of online talks for consumers and health professionals. For more information visit the eventbrite website.
Tuesday, 6 February 12.30-1.30pm
Navigating the Fear of Cancer’s Return
Join our exclusive online talk with Katie Coulson, an experienced cancer community counsellor, who supports cancer survivors to understand common fears or concerns after finishing treatment.
It is common to feel anxious or concerned about cancer coming back. Most survivors are likely to experience this fear to some degree. It can affect your wellbeing and ability to enjoy life and make plans for the future.
Discover practical tips and empowering strategies to live well beyond your cancer journey. Whether you are a survivor, caregiver or supporter, this session will equip with the tools to help manage the fear of recurrence and how to work with your health care team to seek support when needed.
Online talk open to all.
Thursday, 8 February 12.30-1.30pm
Empowered Choices: Consumer’s Role in Cancer Research and Clinical Trials
Join us for an exclusive online consumer talk dedicated to highlighting the important role of cancer research and clinical trials.
You will hear from Associate Professor Paul Craft, Clinical Director, Canberra Region Cancer Centre who will share important research work happening at Canberra Health Services and provide invaluable information about how you can actively engage in the conversation around cancer research.
Online talk open to all.
If you have a story you would like to share, get in touch.