NEWS & TIPS
Don’t ignore Constipation
Constipation is not a topic we like to chat about, but even worse to deal with. For a cancer patient on treatment constipation is a
Packing a Special Order
Today we are packing a special order. As we pack our kits it is a reminder that someone is going through treatment for cancer, be that
Spread the Love
Did you know February is Random Acts of Kindness Month? Spread some love and offer to drive the patient to and from an appointment. Having company for
Say no to flip-flops especially in this wet weather
Our weather is warm and humid at present but it’s raining. On these wet days staying upright can be no easy fete. It is important
Thinking of you this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a day of expressing the love for people in your life who matter most. Cancer patients need to feel loved too. Don’t forget to
Easy access, front opening and comfy
What you wear might not seem important but anything that can make treatment easier has to be. Clothes for chemotherapy should be loose-fitting to help you
Avoid Irritating Your Gums
It is so important to brush your teeth, gums, and tongue after every meal and at bedtime. Remember, brushing too hard can damage soft mouth
Freeze Small Servings Individually
Major problems for people with cancer and living by themselves is tiredness and cooking for themselves. Cook more than you need on the days you are
Diarrhoea and the Butt
If it’s not constipation then your treatment often involves the opposite, diarrhoea. More frequent bowel motions and diarrhoea are common for cancer patients due to the cancer
Dirt and Contaminants on your Fruit and Veg.
Unwashed fresh fruit and vegetables, especially leafy vegetables, can hide dirt and other contaminants. Also they could have been handled by other shoppers before you
World Cancer Day 2020
Tuesday 4 February is World Cancer Day 2020 and it is an opportunity for all Australians to join the global effort to raise cancer awareness and encourage
Protect yourself and your family
With the worry regarding the spread of the Coronavirus we need to take extra care, especially cancer patients undergoing treatment. The Victorian Government has a few
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month held each year in Australia to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, to share the stories of
Extreme heatwave and high humidity
The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of a severe heatwave starting today across much of southeast Australia. An extreme heatwave, the most intense type you can
Use Gentle Soaps
Good skincare and moisturising during chemotherapy and radiation is very important. Use gentle soaps and laundry detergents and avoid long, hot baths and showers to minimise the
