Cancer Council Australia facts for kids
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Tanya Buchanan, CEO |
Cancer Council Australia is a special group in Australia that helps people with cancer. It's a national, nonprofit organisation, which means it works all over the country and doesn't make money for itself.
The main goal of Cancer Council Australia is to reduce how many people get sick from cancer. They also want to help those who already have it. They give advice to the government and other groups about cancer. They also speak up for people with cancer and their families. A big part of what they do is funding research, prevention, and education about cancer.
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About Cancer Council Australia
Cancer Council Australia started in 1961. Back then, it was called the Australian Cancer Society. Six different cancer groups from different states decided to work together. Their goal was to help control cancer across the whole country. Later, groups from the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory joined too.
In 1997, all eight groups agreed to become "The Cancer Council Australia." They also chose their first CEO, Alan Coates. By 2008, the group changed its name again to just "Cancer Council Australia." It has been known by this name ever since.
Cancer Council Australia works with eight main groups. These groups help people in their own states and territories:
- Cancer Council Australian Capital Territory
- Cancer Council New South Wales
- Cancer Council Northern Territory
- Cancer Council Queensland
- Cancer Council South Australia
- Cancer Council Tasmania
- Cancer Council Victoria
- Cancer Council Western Australia
Healthy Eating Tips
Cancer Council Australia suggests eating lots of plant-based foods to help prevent cancer. This means having at least two servings of fruit and five servings of vegetables every day. It's also good to eat foods like beans and at least four servings of whole grains.
They also recommend having at least two and a half servings of dairy products daily. Eating at least two servings of oily fish each week is also a good idea.
Cancer Council Australia advises people to eat less processed meat and red meat. This is because these foods can increase the risk of bowel cancer.
Fun Events and Fundraisers
Cancer Council Australia holds several events to raise money and teach people about cancer.
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea
This is one of their largest fundraising events. On May 26, 2005, this event set a Guinness Book of Records record. It was for the "World's Largest Simultaneous Tea Party." About 1 million Australians took part and supported Cancer Council that day.
Daffodil Day
Daffodil Day is a very well-known event for Cancer Council Australia. It happens every year in August. People buy daffodil pins and flowers to show their support and help raise money.
Junk Free June
Junk Free June was a special fundraiser held in 2016. It encouraged people to eat healthier and avoid junk food. This included snacks high in sugar, unhealthy fats, and refined carbs. The money raised helped Cancer Council Queensland with their cancer research. Experts say that about one-third of common cancers can be prevented. This can be done by eating well, staying at a healthy weight, and being active.
Helping People with Cancer
Cancer Council Australia has helped many people in Australia. They support those who are dealing with cancer or other related illnesses. The Clive Deverall Society was started in 2004 by Cancer Council Western Australia. It's a way to thank people who have chosen to leave a gift to the Cancer Council in their Will.
See also
- Australian Melanoma Research Foundation
- Cancer Institute of New South Wales
