Publications for patients, families and friends

Cancer Services Update

The second edition of the Cancer Services Update is now available to download (pdf  380kb)

About us brochure

The Cancer Council Western Australia is a non-government, community supported organisation dedicated to reducing the impact of cancer on Western Australians. As the leading cancer charity in WA, we do this by funding cancer research, educating the community about cancer prevention and providing support for cancer patients, their families and loved ones to improve their quality of life.

This 4-fold DL brochure contains information about the Cancer Council Western Australia and designed for use by individuals, organisations and community groups.

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Cancer information and support

Cancer Council Western Australia understands that cancer can have a major impact on you as well as your family. Funded by community donations, we offer a wide range of information, practical and emotional support services to assist people affected by cancer across WA.

This 3-fold brochure is designed as a guide to information and support services avaliable through the Cancer Council.

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Cancer Council Helpline bookmark

The Cancer Council Helpline staff can provide information and support to cancer patients, families and friends. They are available weekdays from 8am - 8pm on 13 11 20.

This bookmark is a useful reference for Cancer Council Helpline services and is designed for individuals, organisations and community groups.

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Perth accommodation for country cancer patients - Crawford and Milroy Lodge

For many years Cancer Council Western Australia has been assisting country people in their fight against cancer by providing a range of services, including subsidised accommodation in Perth for those who need to travel to the city for treatment. Crawford Lodge in Nedlands and Milroy Lodge in Shenton Park offer comfortable motel style accommodation in a warm, caring and supportive environment.

This 3-fold brochure is designed for use by country cancer patients, their families and friends.

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Counselling services

If you or someone close to you has been diagnosed with cancer you may find it helpful to talk with a professional counsellor who has experience in dealing with cancer related issues.

This 3-fold DL brochure provides information on counselling services avaliable through the Cancer Council.

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Lymphoedema management service brochure

The Cancer Council Western Australia provides a special service for people affected by lymphoedema. The Lymphoedema Management Service operates on a fee-for-service basis and is located at AH Crawford Lodge, Nedlands.

This 3-fold DL brochure provides information about lymphodema and the Lymphdoema Management Service for patients with cancer.

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Wig service brochure

The Cancer Council Wig Service has an extensive range of wigs in the latest styles and colours. You may borrow a wig, at no cost, for as long as you require it. A range of turbans, hats, scarves and patterns are also available for loan.  The wig service has two outlets in Perth, Crawford Lodge in Nedlands and Milroy Lodge in Shenton Park.

This 3-fold DL brochure provides information on the Cancer Council Wig Service, as well as an order form to obtain a wig if you are unable to get to Crawford Lodge or Milroy Lodge.

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Cancer information on the internet

People who have been diagnosed with cancer often begin a search for information. These days this search usually includes using the Internet.  Topics covered in this brochure include, Surfing on the Internet, Safe surfing, The Cancer Council WA website and other useful websites.

This 3-fold DL brochure is designed as a guide to finding cancer information on the Internet.

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Exercise for people living with cancer booklet

This booklet aims to help people understand the importance of exercise and also provides information about the benefits exercise may have during and after cancer treatments. It provides information on getting started, training, overcoming common side effects with exercise and sample exercises.

A 40 page booklet written for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Life Now diet, fatigue and exercise CD

The diet, fatigue and exercise CD is designed to help you understand how to eat well and stay active while managing your cancer treatment.  Coping with a cancer diagnosis can be very distressing.  With all of the emotions and physical effects of cancer treatment, healthy eating and exercise can be overlooked.  This CD provides information about side effects of cancer treatment, nutrition and exercise.

Life Now meditation and relaxation CD

This CD includes an introduction to meditation and relaxation, with benefits and tips and some live recorded group relaxation techniques.

Living with cancer booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you live with cancer. It covers topics such as, what is cancer?, it's causes, treatment and research. Information is also included on diet hints, understanding symptoms, cancer pain, lifestyle and feelings.

A 28 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Nutrition for people living with cancer booklet

This booklet has been written to assist with understanding the importance of good nutrition and provide information about how to cope with eating problems that may occur due to cancer or it's treatment. It covers topics such as, food for people with cancer, basic daily food plan, unproven diets, overcoming eating problems and notes for carers.

A 23 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Life Now communication CD

The communication CD is aimed at helping people who have been diagnosed with cancer find ways to communicate their needs and emotions to different people in their life.  Being able to talk about your cancer is an integral part of learning how to cope with the challenges that cancer can bring.  No one should have to face cancer alone and with all the services and support available no one has to.  This CD provides information on communicating with others, sharing information and asking for help.

Understanding emotions booklet

This booklet has been written as a guide to help you understanding the emotions and feelings associated with a cancer diagnosis. Topics include, sharing the diagnosis, coping within the family, when you need assistance and self-image.

A 28 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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When someone you love has cancer booklet

When someone you love has cancer things can change for everyone. This booklet has been written to help you understand more about cancer, how it is treated and changes that are happening. It may also help you to understand and deal with feelings you have about cancer and about the person you are close to who has cancer.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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I want to help brochure

The diagnosis of cancer can be devastating for the patient, their family and friends. You may be involved with helping and supporting any of these people. What you can offer will depend on your relationship with the person, their needs, your own abilities, availability and commitment.

This 3-fold DL brochure designed for use by family and friends of people diagnosed with cancer.

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Cancer in the school community

Cancer in the School Community is a resource for public and private school staff members who would like to better support students, parents and colleagues with cancer.

A  74 paged booklet designed as a guide for staff, parents, students and family members.

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When a parent has cancer

Cancer can have a profound impact on your life and your family. It’s hard enough dealing with the impact of cancer on your own life - especially in the whirlwind of the days and weeks after diagnosis. You not only have to come to grips with your cancer, you have to work out how to help your family cope and how to talk about issues you hoped you would never have to face. The prospect of telling your children you have cancer can be frightening and upsetting.

A 39 paged booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Life after cancer

This booklet is for people who have finished their cancer treatment. It is about the feelings and challenges that you may face now that your treatment is over and you try to rebuild your life. We hope that it will give you the information you need to help you do this.

A 75 paged booklet designed as a guide for cancer survivors.

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Questions you might like to ask your Doctor brochure

When cancer is diagnosed you enter into a partnership with your doctor. So that you can participate actively in your treatment, as a well-informed patient, you have the right to as questions of your doctor. Topics include, general questions, about tests, about treatment and participating in Clinical trials.

A 3 fold dl brochure designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Mouth care during chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments - fact sheet

Oral complications are common in patients receiving chemotherapy or undergoing radiation therapy to the head or neck area. Topics include, side effects, long term complications, pre-treatment prevention and mouth care during treatment

This 2 page fact sheet is designed as a guide for people with cancer, their family and friends

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Hair loss - what can I do? booklet

Hair loss can be a side effect of many treatments and it is only natural to be concerned and to want to know if anything can be done about it.

The aim of this booklet is to give you some information about the relationship between cancer treatments and hair loss. Topics include Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy and hair loss, care of hair and scalp during treatment, coping with hair loss, especially for children and choosing a wig or hairpiece.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Pain medication booklet

There are many causes of pain in cancer patients. Most often, pain is caused by the tumour pressing on body organs, bone or nerves. Cancer treatment such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery can also cause pain. Topics include, choosing the right medicine, taking your pain medications, palliative treatments, nerve blocks and complementary therapies.

A 17 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Understanding chemotherapy booklet

It is worrying to read about the possible side effects of chemotherapy. However, we hope that the explanations and the advice in this booklet will be helpful and dispel some of your concerns and fears. Topics include, what is chemotherapy?, possible side effects, diet and chemotherapy, special issues and supportive care.

A 32 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends

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Understanding radiation therapy booklet

Radiation therapy is the use of radiation, usually x-rays, electrons or gamma rays, to destroy cancer cells or injure them so they cannot grow and multiply.  This booklet answers questions about radiation therapy, why and how it is used, possible side effects and special issues and supportive care.

A 28 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their family and friends.

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Life Now life after cancer treatment CD

Many people expect to feel a sense of relief once their treatment has finished but often they are left with many questions and feelings of uncertainty about their future.  The Life after cancer treatment CD is aimed at helping people navigate through some of the practical and emotional matters that can arise upon completion of cancer treatment.

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Understanding bowel cancer booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about bowel cancer. The terms 'bowel cancer' and 'colorectal cancer' are often used interchangeably.  Doctors use the terms 'colon cancer' and 'rectal cancer' to distinguish the site of the cancer. Topics include, what is the bowel?, symptoms, diagnosis and staging of bowel cancer, treatment, recovery and follow up care.

A 24 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends

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Understanding brain tumours booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about brain tumours or brain cancers. Brain cancer affects adults of all ages. It is also one of the few cancers that occurs in significant numbers in children. Topics include, what are the symptoms? how are brain tumours diagnosed and treated and supportive care.

A 20 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

pdf 171kb

Breast prostheses brochure

Obtaining a breast prosthesis is an important part of your recovery after breast surgery. It is important tht you are able to be fitted with a prosthesis that suits your body and lifestyle. A wide range of prostheses and bras is available.

A 3 fold dl brochure containing information on retails outlets, products and financial matters. This brochure is designed for use by women with Breast cancer.

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Breast reconstruction: your choice booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about breast reconstruction. It provides general information about different methods of reconstruction and practical issues including follow-up care and costs. We hope it will help you when talking with specialists. Topics include, decision making, types of breast reconstruction, side effects and support services.

A 36 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Cervical cancer booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about cancer of the cervix. It provides you with some of the facts about cervical cancer and its diagnosis and treatment. This may help you to make necessary decisions.

Topics include, screening and diagnosis, treatment, recovery and follow up and supportive care.

A 28 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

pdf 308kb

Lung cancer booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about lung cancer. We can't advise about the best treatment for you. You need to discuss this with your doctors. However, we hope this information will answer some of the questions you may have. Topics include, diagnosis and assessment, treatment and recovery and supportive care.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

pdf 294kb

Understanding multiple myeloma

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about Multiple myeloma. Multiple Myeloma is a cancer which affects the plasma cells. Topics include what is multiple myeloma? diagnosis, treatment and recovery, side effect of the disease and supportive care.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

pdf 266kb

Understanding cancer of the pancreas

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about cancer of the pancreas. Topics include, what causes cancer of the pancreas? diagnosis, treatment, recovery and supportive care.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Understanding stomach cancer booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about stomach cancer. We can't advise about the best treatment for you as you need to discuss this with your doctor. However, we hope that this information will answer some of the questions you may have. Topics include, screening and diagnosis, treatment and recovery and supportive care.

A 13 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

pdf 162kb

Understanding cancer of the uterus booklet

This booklet has been prepared to help you understand more about cancer of the uterus. It provides you with some of the facts about this cancer and its diagnosis. This may help you to make necessary decisions. Topics include, what causes cancer of the uterus, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment plus sexuality and adjusting after cancer treatment.

A 16 page booklet designed as a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.

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Life Now Cancer and sexuality CD

This CD set has been produced in response to an immense demand from people with cancer about information on sex and sexuality.  A cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment has an impact on all aspects of life but sexuality is one issue that is not often addressed.  This 3 CD set reflects the importance of this issue and the depth and breadth of the information gathered.

Sexuality for men with cancer booklet

The most important effect of cancer treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone treatments is that they kill or control cancer cells.  However these treatments can affect your sexuality. This includes your interest in sex, your ability to give or receive sexual pleasure, how you see yourself and how you think others see you.  This booklet has been prepared to help you understand and deal with the impact that your cancer and its treatment may have on your sexuality.

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Sexuality for women with cancer booklet

Having cancer doesn't mean you are no longer a sexual person.However, treatment for cancer such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone therapy can affect your sexuality.  This includes your interest in sex, your ability to give or receive sexual pleasure, how you see yourself and how you think others see you.  The information in this booklet is relevant to all women regardless of sexual preference, and whether or not you are in a relationship.

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