Did You Know?
- 1 in 11 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 75.
- Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer related death in women in Australia.
- The incidence of breast cancer has risen over 20% from 1996 to 2006 and the mortality rate has remained constant in the same period of time.
- In Australia in 2006, a total of 12,614 women and 102 men were diagnosed with breast cancer and there were 2,643 deaths.
Research
Significant advances have been made in the quality and success of medical treatments now offered. These improvements have had a direct result on the stabilisation of mortality rates of people diagnosed with breast cancer. Ongoing research will continue to make a difference in the future.
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Equipment
Hospitals & Research Institutions are continuously aiming to upgrade their equipment so that they can offer the best diagnosis and treatment options for their patients. Unfortunately, much of the equipment is highly specialised and very expensive. This is why we provide funding to ensure the most up to date equipment available.
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Awareness
The community is regularly being informed and made aware of the benefits of early detection and the need for regular screening. Breast Cancer Australia will continue to increase it's programs in this area as early detection greatly reduces the mortality rate.
1 in 11 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer before the age of 75.
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Patient Accommodation
As the population is increasing and ageing so does the rate of breast cancer incidence. This leads to an increased need for treatment and accommodation in metropolitan areas. We provide fully self contained 2-3 bedroom homes for patients and their families during oncology treatment. We currently have eleven available across Australia.
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Fundraising
Fundraising is an enjoyable way of assisting our fight against breast cancer. Your initiative to hold a fundraising event is welcomed and encouraged by Breast Cancer Australia.
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Click here to find out more on our latest fundraisers and how you can hold your own fundraising event
Donations
Your ongoing support is a vital step to making a difference for the future. There are many ways you can donate.
Click here to find out more about our Monthly Giving Program
Click here to make an In Memoriam Donation
Click here to make a Bequest
Click here to purchase our Merchandise
Click here to Post a Donation
Click here to make an Online Donation
Corporate Sponsorships
We are grateful for the significant support of our corporate sponsors. Further sponsorships are available with Breast Cancer Australia. For more information please contact our head office on 1300 850 551.
All email enquiries may be directed to info@cancerresearch.org.au