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About us
Each and every day around 25 South Australians are diagnosed with cancer, a disease that will affect one in two people at some time in their lives.
Since 1928 Cancer Council SA has worked resolutely to defeat cancer, and create hope for the people it affects, by providing up to date information, practical and emotional support for cancer patients, their families, and carers. We invest in vital research to find new pathways to prevent, treat and cure cancer, and in prevention and early detection campaigns. In addition, we support health professionals with their cancer diagnosis and care by providing the latest evidence-based prevention and treatment information. We are making progress. We know how to prevent at least half of all cancers, through making simple life choices. Advances in early detection and treatment mean that around 60 per cent of people survive cancer, and for those where cure is not possible, quality of life can be greatly improved. As the state's leading independent, cancer-related non-government organisation, Cancer Council SA is uniquely placed as a resource for action, a voice for change and a stalwart champion to continue leading the fight against cancer. Our vision To beat cancer in South Australia. Statement of purpose Through research, prevention and support strategies, we will minimise the impact of all cancers for all South Australians. Guiding principles 1. Reduce cancer risk, increase cancer prevention.
Outcome: save lives by reducing the number of new cases of cancer. 2. Improve the rates of survival when cancer does occur.
Outcome: a decline in death rates from cancer. 3. Optimise cancer care.
Outcome: people receive effective and best treatment and care. 4. Improve the quality of life of people with cancer, cancer survivors and carers.
Outcome: people receive effective support, which contributes to quality of life. 5. Address inequalities in cancer risk and cancer outcomes between more and less advantaged sectors of the community, by addressing the causes.
Outcome: reduced inequality in cancer incidence and outcomes of care in the community. 6. Build for the future through investment in infrastructure and strong cancer research.
Outcome: research outcomes are translated into effective cancer policy.7. Provide and improve information for cancer control across the spectrum.
Outcome: all stakeholders will have access to accurate accessible cancer information.  Top
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