Coastal Cancer Care | Medical company
Coastal Cancer Care
Phone: 07 5437 7633
Address: Suite 9 Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, 3 Doherty St 4575 Birtinya
Website: http://www.coastalcancercare.com.au
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25.01.2022 Have you been diagnosed with prostate cancer? Help contribute to this Queensland based research study into the impact of prostate cancer and its treatment on men's sexual health.
24.01.2022 You may have noticed some new faces at our reception desk recently. Coastal Cancer Care would like to welcome our new practice manager Christine, who brings a wealth of experience in managing specialist practices and we know will help our practice run smoothly and efficiently. We also extend a warm welcome to Susan, who will join Karen on front reception. Our friendly staff are there to help so please contact them with any concerns and we look forward to continuing our work with our new team members.
23.01.2022 Coastal Cancer Care is pleased to announce the commencement of on-site psychology services by Dr Linda Beeney. Dr Beeney has extensive experience in the area of health psychology and the psychological impact of diseases such as cancer on patients and their families. To find out more about her background and services offered visit www.medicalpsychologyservices.com.au To book a consultation contact Dr Beeney directly through her website or contact Coastal Cancer Care reception staff for advice.
23.01.2022 Come join us tomorrow! Thursday October 25th 12pm We would love to see you at this FREE information session ... October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month an we are thrilled to have these special guests attending Please call us on 5445 5794 to register
23.01.2022 Dr Francesconi will be attending the annual Australia New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group meeting in Sydney this week to find out the latest research results and updates for women with gynaecological cancer. ANZGOG promotes clinical research into the management of gynaecological cancer to help ensure access to the latest and most effective treatments for Australian women affected by these cancers. To find out more information or support their research visit www.anzgog.org.au
22.01.2022 An older story, but well explained...
21.01.2022 http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/876409
20.01.2022 Such a fantastic initiative...
20.01.2022 Help support patients diagnosed with GastroIntestinal Cancers. All funds raised go directly to supporting vital research into these devastating cancers. Any contribution, no matter how small, is appreciated.
18.01.2022 The latest advice of what you can do to reduce your cancer risk ..
18.01.2022 Flu season is upon us again! Did you know... If you have cancer then you are eligible for free seasonal influenza vaccine. If you are on chemotherapy for most common cancers, then flu vaccine is safe to be given and usually recommended. If you are on immunotherapy please check with your specialist before having a flu vaccine.
16.01.2022 Appointments currently available for this service. TO BOOK, just phone 1800 500 258 and ask for the Secondary Breast Cancer Telephone Counselling Service.
14.01.2022 FLU VACCINES for cancer patients. It's that time of year again. With the approach of winter the flu season is beginning and vaccinations are now available. Did you know that immunisation for influenza is safe and recommended for most cancer patients. Patients undergoing chemotherapy for common cancers (e.g. breast, bowel and prostate cancer) are advised to consider immunisation to reduce their risk of influenza. Patients with haematological conditions should discuss with their doctor regarding immunisation. Caution is advised for patients undergoing treatment with immunotherapy drugs (e.g. pembrolizumab, nivolumab) and these patients should discuss with their specialists prior to immunisation.
14.01.2022 We encourage all our patients to consider getting their influenza vaccination in the current environment to reduce their risk of becoming unwell over the months ahead.
13.01.2022 Are you aged between 14 - 22 years old and have a parent diagnosed with cancer in the last 5 years? TRUCE is an online program providing support for young people coping with a parent with cancer. The first online version of this 7 week program run by Canteen starts this week. Visit www.canteen.org.au for more information
13.01.2022 Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare form of cancer that can occur in the liver and bile ducts. Today is World Cholangiocarcinoma Day! We're joining groups around the ...world to raise awareness of this often neglected cancer. Find out what cholangiocarcinoma is and what research is being conducted to improve treatments for patients: #WorldCCADay World Cholangiocarcinoma Day
12.01.2022 The Australasian Gastro-Intestinal Trials Group is seeking expressions of interest from patients or carers of patients diagnosed with Gastro-Intestinal cancers (including bowel, pancreas & oesophageal cancers). If you are interested in contributing to the group, you can find more information at http://agitg.org.au/cap-eoi/
12.01.2022 Don't cope with gastro-intestinal cancer alone. Finding the right support group can connect you to the right community and resources. Search this database for support groups in Australia by state and cancer type: https://gicancer.org.au/resources/support-groups/
12.01.2022 Have you lost or gained weight with your cancer diagnosis? Are you concerned about maintaining your nutrition through the course of your treatment? Or just wanting advice on the best diet to assist your recovery from treatment and reduce your cancer risk? Our dietitian Rachel is experienced in providing specialised dietary interventions for oncology patients. Please contact our reception staff to arrange an appointment to discuss your needs further. Private health fund and medicare rebates are available. No Gap for DVA patients.
10.01.2022 If youre looking for a weekend walk, consider supporting melanoma research at the same time...
07.01.2022 Have you completed an Advanced Health Care Directive or Statement of Choices form? Have you discussed with your family and close ones or your doctors what your wishes are if your health deteriorates? Are you overwhelmed with where to start the paperwork? This week is National Advance Care Planning week. Check out their website for a range of resources to help you get started and links to the relevant Qld forms you may require. www.advancecareplanning.org.au/acpweek
06.01.2022 We are proud to support this local initiative for women recovering from breast cancer treatment. Check the website for further details and to register.
06.01.2022 This week is Neglected Cancers Awareness Week! We are bringing attention to those rare and less common cancers that are collectively responsible for 40% of canc...er deaths. Gastro-Intestinal (GI) cancers account for 6 of the 12 cancers with the lowest survival rates. We are committed to giving people with these cancers access to clinical trials and the best available treatments. Survival outcomes are improving - the chart below shows the improvement in five-year survival rates for six GI cancers:
06.01.2022 COVID-19: Update Like many in our community, we are doing what we can to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, particularly to our vulnerable patients. We have implemented the following measures within our practice: - If you have travelled overseas in the past 14 days, please do not attend our consulting rooms... - If you are unwell with flu-like symptoms, please do not attend your appointment. Patients who arrive and are exhibiting these symptoms may be asked to leave or put on a mask and wait in a single room until alternative arrangements can be made - Please bring a book to read, we have removed our magazines and brochures from our waiting room - For suitable patients, we may change your appointment to a phone consultation to reduce your visits to healthcare facilities If you have any concerns, please contact our staff for advice. You can keep updated on the latest advice on COVID-19 at: https://www.health.gov.au//novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-hea
05.01.2022 Brighten your Friday with some daffodils to support the Cancer Council
05.01.2022 We are doing our best to protect our patients in the current environment, while making sure that their treatment and care is continued. You may be aware that most of our patient consultations are currently conducted over the phone. But did you know that video consultations are available, with the opportunity for your family to also connect to your consultation. If you would like to arrange a video call for your consultation please contact our reception staff for advice.
01.01.2022 Come to the info session on Tuesday 23rd for this new program! Phone us and register today 5455 5794
01.01.2022 Coastal Cancer Care is excited to have opened our first cancer clinical trial this month, in collaboration with Ramsay Health Care. The trial will investigate new immunotherapy approaches in patients with melanoma who have already received standard immunotherapy treatments. We will also have further trials opening in the coming months which will look at new treatments in bladder cancer and breast cancer. If you are interested in further information please contact your treating doctor or our reception staff for advice.
