Thank you for committing to #ROCKTHECHOP
Every dollar raised makes a huge difference when it comes to cancer
$15
- Provides sun protection resources to schools.
- Provides a turban to a Queenslander experiencing hair loss because of their cancer treatment.
$57
- Covers a wig and turban fitting appointment, to support Queenslanders experiencing hair loss from cancer treatment.
$65
- Funds a one-on-one support and advice session, offering essential emotional and practical guidance to help Queenslanders and their families navigate cancer diagnosis and treatment.
$200
- Goes towards translating a cancer resource into another language, helping us reach more Queenslanders, and prevent more cancers.
- Provides a wig to someone going through cancer treatment, helping restore confidence and individuality during a tough time.
$1,000
- 7 wig and turban fitting appointments for Queenslanders experiencing hair loss from cancer treatment
$2,500
- delivers cancer prevention factsheets to over 7,500 Queenslanders.
$5,000
- Provides sun protection resources to over 300 Queensland schools.
The Facts
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The most common cancers in Australia (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer) are prostate, breast, colorectal, melanoma and lung cancer.
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1 in 2 Australian men and women will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85.
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An estimated 150,000 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in Australia this year.
Our Impact
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In the 1980s, the cancer survival rate was less than 50%. Today, there is a 70% survival rate for Australians diagnosed with cancer.
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61,000 Australians have been saved in the past 20 years thanks to cancer research.
* Services offered by Cancer Council vary between states and territories
