Cancer

A closer look at prostate cancer: stages, symptoms and causes

A closer look at prostate cancer: stages, symptoms and causes

Prostate cancer is among the many types of cancer affecting several men in Australia. Generally, this type of cancer affects the prostate which is a gland located in the male reproductive system. The prostate’s main function is to produce and store seminal fluid that carries […]

Understanding lung cancer

Understanding lung cancer

Lung cancer is serious medical condition that affects many Australian individuals and their families. Most researchers across the globe consider lung cancer to be a a human cell oriented disease, and as such, lung cancer is known to interfere with the human body cells. The […]

What is the cost of leukaemia for Australian patients?

What is the cost of leukaemia for Australian patients?

When a person is diagnosed with leukaemia in Australia, it comes with potentially high treatment costs for the patient and their family. The estimated treatment of leukaemia cost according to the Australian government studies and research for leukaemia is approximately $51,000 per patient. This experience […]

What is the cost of prostate cancer for an Australian?

What is the cost of prostate cancer for an Australian?

Prostate cancer is an important public health issue in Australia as almost 20,000 men are diagnosed with the condition every year. A confirmed diagnosis can have a huge impact on the patients, their families, their physical health, emotional wellbeing as well as on their professional […]

Barriers to rural patients seeking to have radiotherapy

Barriers to rural patients seeking to have radiotherapy

Easy access to city radiotherapy remains a huge problem for Australian patients living in rural locations. This is particularly important for patients seeking financial assistance for cancer patients. This is given the fact that Australia is a huge country where individuals living in remote or […]

Accessing travel insurance for breast cancer patients in Australia

Accessing travel insurance for breast cancer patients in Australia

Travel insurance covers an individual for specific losses, illnesses or injuries related to their travel experience. For trips overseas, such travel insurance is typically sold to travellers and some policies cover domestic travel within Australia. However, these insurances do not usually do not cover medical […]

Men with breast cancer: what to do when you are denied access to cancer therapy drug Taxotere

Men with breast cancer: what to do when you are denied access to cancer therapy drug Taxotere

While breast cancer is primarily considered a woman’s disease, men can also be afflicted with the condition. Although men with breast cancer is rare, accounting for less than 1% of all breast cancers, it is equally important for men that any changes or discomfort felt […]

Understanding breast cancer when fundraising for breast cancer financial help

Understanding breast cancer when fundraising for breast cancer financial help

When a loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, it is always important to take the time to learn about breast cancer in order to better provide support and understanding. Breast cancer is complex with various forms or types of breast cancer. This is […]

How medical fundraising paid for my treatments for lung cancer

How medical fundraising paid for my treatments for lung cancer

Lung cancer is one of the most common and severe forms of cancer worldwide, and 45% of all lung cancer patients diagnosed with advanced disease. According to one study published in BMC Health Services Research states, costs in lung cancer patients receiving chemotherapy averaged $125,849 […]

Pancreatic cancer treatment and how to pay for it

Pancreatic cancer treatment and how to pay for it

Early detection and treatment of pancreatic cancer go hand in hand with each other. The biggest hopes for improvement in survival rates depend in the area of early detection, which has up to now been the main hurdle to overcome in the diagnosis and treatment […]