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02/06/2026

02/06/2026

💗 New results from the CAPTURE clinical trial have been presented at .

The study investigated whether a new targeted treatment could improve outcomes for people with hormone receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer.

While the new treatment was not shown to be more effective than the current standard treatment with capecitabine, the results confirmed that capecitabine remains a highly effective and well-tolerated option for many patients.

The trial also demonstrated the potential of liquid biopsy blood tests to help guide more personalised treatment approaches in the future.

Congratulations to Professor Sarah-Jane Dawson and everyone involved in this important research.

Learn more: https://www.breastcancertrials.org.au/media-releases/capture-trial-delivers-learnings-for-metastatic-breast-cancer-treatment/

02/06/2026

Looking after your health means looking after yourself and your family.

Cervical screening is a simple way to do just that. The test checks for HPV (human papillomavirus), a common virus that is linked to most cervical cancers.

The good news? Cervical cancer is preventable, and one test every 5 years is a simple way to look after yourself so you can stay healthy for the people who matter most.

You’ve got choices – you can:
💜 Collect your own sample
💜 Have a doctor or nurse collect the sample

You can even tick it off during your 715 Health Check.

Feel nervous? That’s totally normal and you’re not alone.

Have a yarn with your local Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) or Doctor. They are there to listen to you, help you feel safe, respected, and comfortable every step of the way.

01/06/2026

No family history doesn't mean no risk. 70% of breast cancers occur in women with no family history of the disease. Check in with your body. Book that appointment. Don't wait.

31/05/2026

This Wednesday ,3rd of June 2026 , is an opportunity to meet other women who also have had a breast cancer diagnosis .
Do drop in to SSBCSG at Tradies Gymea.

We also have a table booked in Folk Gymea at 5.30pm for anyone who wants to grab a quick bite together before the meeting.

31/05/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲
A recent article in The Sydney Morning Herald has highlighted the growing role of prehabilitation in cancer care, helping people prepare physically and psychologically before major treatment and surgery.

Programs focused on exercise, nutrition, psychological support and education are increasingly being recognised as an important part of patient-centred cancer care, with emerging evidence suggesting they may improve recovery and reduce complications for some patients.

A/Prof Judith Lacey, who leads the Supportive Care and Integrative Oncology Program at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, noted that prehabilitation is still a relatively new area in oncology, with research playing a key role in building awareness and understanding of its potential benefits.

“For us to advance in this space, we need to provide the evidence, and that’s where we’ve been focusing over the last few years, running research programs and publishing our findings,” A/Prof Lacey said.

The article shines a light on the broader impact supportive care can have for people undergoing cancer treatment, while also reinforcing the importance of continued research, collaboration and awareness in this evolving field.

Improving cancer care is not only about what happens during treatment, but also how we prepare and support people across the full continuum of their care. This includes ensuring equitable access to prehabilitation programs, many of which are currently delivered through research initiatives and pilot studies, as the evidence base continues to grow.

Link to article: https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/the-innovative-program-that-helped-this-couple-beat-cancer-20260513-p5zwi8.html

31/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who visited a Tradies venue on our first Purple Friday on May 8th - we pledged to donate 10% of all F&B sales to Escabags Australia and today we made a donation of $3,000 💜

Thank you to all our members and guests who chose a Tradies venue for a drink or a meal - you've helped make a difference to individuals and families fleeing domestic violence 🙏

This is also our last weekend to collect items for Escabags, so if you have new, unopened toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash or children's items such as nappies or a teddy bear, please bring them in - we have collection points at Reception at each of our venues.

Clubs For Community - United Against Violence

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

New research is exploring how advanced imaging can improve breast cancer diagnosis 💗

In the fifth year of our clinical fellowship program, Dr Caroline MacCallum is conducting a project that will evaluate how combining 'contrast-enhanced mammography' (CEM) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) may improve diagnostic accuracy in early breast cancer.

The findings could help inform treatment decisions and improve long-term outcomes.

Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znEhuZewpeM&t=2s

22/05/2026