Advocacy news – July 2024
Discover more about the latest developments in our research and advocacy efforts.
Category: Media
It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere and its unpreventable – the shocking truth behind Australia’s blood cancer crisis
The Leukaemia Foundation today revealed shocking new statistics proving just how prevalent blood cancer is in Australia, and that our country is in the middle of a blood cancer crisis.
Blood Cancer Taskforce unveils new Optimal Care Pathways for blood cancer treatment and care
Australia’s Blood Cancer Taskforce today released five new Optimal Care Pathways (OCPs), marking a significant advancement for blood cancer treatment and care in Australia.
Hon. Anna Bligh AC Joins Leukaemia Foundation as National Ambassador
The Leukaemia Foundation today unveiled a powerful addition to its team of Ambassadors, the Honourable Anna Bligh AC. As the former Premier of Queensland and current CEO of the Australian Banking Association, Ms Bligh is a survivor of the blood cancer Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, after being diagnosed in 2013. Ms Bligh will immediately step into her role as National Ambassador, bringing with her a wealth of experience to passionately advocate for fellow Australians impacted by blood cancer.
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The biggest challenge of cancer patients that nobody talks about…
It’s the number one challenge of people with cancer in Australia , yet ‘cancer related fatigue’ is the often-unspoken side effect that drains and debilitates thousands of Australians every day. With approximately one in two cancer patients reportedly experiencing moderate to severe fatigue during treatment , and for many in the years following, the Leukaemia Foundation believes the prevalence of cancer related fatigue could be much higher.
Leukaemia Foundation Welcomes Government Initiatives to Boost Bone Marrow (Stem Cell) Donor Registry
The Leukaemia Foundation welcomes two significant developments aimed at increasing the number and diversity of bone marrow and stem cell donors across Australia. These initiatives represent an important step forward in the fight against blood cancers, including leukaemia, myeloma, and lymphoma. Over 140,000 people live with blood cancer nationally.
Angie and Dom reveal their massive hair transformations for Aussies living with blood cancer
Well-known Australians Angie Kent and Domenica Calarco (Dom) have today revealed their massive hair transformations as the Leukaemia Foundation’s Ambassadors for this year’s iconic World’s Greatest Shave campaign.
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The greatest challenge the World’s Greatest Shave has ever faced
Today, the Leukaemia Foundation is paying tribute to the dedication of thousands of Australians who have committed to bravely stand in solidarity with those impacted by blood cancer, by shaving, cutting or colouring their hair for this year's World’s Greatest Shave. Amidst this commemoration, the Leukaemia Foundation is also issuing an urgent and heartfelt appeal to the nation for crucial support at a time when sadly the incidence of blood cancer in Australia continues to rise.
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Radio rivals go ‘hair to hair’ to support the World’s Greatest Shave
For the first time in radio history, rival jocks Nova's Smallzy (Kent Small) and KIIS's Mitch Churi, will go 'hair to hair' as they join forces for the Leukaemia Foundation’s iconic World’s Greatest Shave. Both Smallzy and Mitch have a personal connection to the cause which has driven them to take part and show their support in 2024.
Blood cancer patients and families hit by perfect storm
The Leukaemia Foundation is today casting the spotlight on concerning figures showing the significant financial distress blood cancer patients and their families are currently facing in Australia. Research shows that more than 8,300 (43%) of the 19,500 patients diagnosed with blood cancer in the past year, experienced out of pocket treatment costs totalling hundreds, and sometimes thousands of dollars.