Huge boost to PCFA’s Prostate Cancer Specialist Nursing Service from Dry July 2024
I just wanted to tell you how grateful I am for your efforts to raise funds for the mission of Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia during Dry July.
With thanks to you, we’ve raised a remarkable $291,755 for PCFA’s Prostate Cancer Specialist Nursing Service.
You may have seen the news recently that around 16% of all cancers diagnosed in Australia are prostate cancer, including 1 in 3 cancers diagnosed among men. It’s a huge number, and our nurses are 100% committed to being there for the men in your community when a diagnosis strikes.
Our nurses play a really important role in supporting men and their loved ones in the fight against prostate cancer – helping men navigate their treatment and its myriad of side effects, making sure that...
Dry July funding gives women access to counselling and psychology support from Ovarian Cancer Australia
Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge for Ovarian Cancer Australia this year.
We are pleased to announce that with your help we raised an astounding $208,746 towards evidence-based support programs for women living with ovarian cancer. We are extremely grateful for your fundraising efforts and dedication.
Your fundraising for Dry July has enabled Ovarian Cancer Australia’s counselling and psychology team to support women to access a suite of free specialist clinics and evidence-based programs targeting sexuality, grief and bereavement, fear of cancer recurrence, and sleep and fatigue.
On behalf of all the women we support and staff at Ovarian Cancer Australia, we would like to thank you for your support and contribution to making...
Dry July 2024 funds Cancer Council’s vital 13 11 20 telephone support service
Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge and supporting Cancer Council this year.
Your Dry July fundraising this year is helping Cancer Council continue to support people affected by cancer across Australia through their 13 11 20 Information and Support Service.
“As a healthcare professional working on 13 11 20, I know how important the information and support we provide to our callers are. Generous funding from Dry July enables our service to continue its vital work.” – Jan Priaulx 13 11 20 Healthcare Professional
13 11 20 is there for all Australians, with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals answering calls from hundreds of Australians every single day.
“Thank you for the information and links. I’m so grateful for all...
Five new specialist Bowel Care Nurses thanks to Dry July 2024
Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge for Bowel Cancer Australia this year. We are pleased to announce we raised an astounding $384,404.24 and are extremely grateful for your awareness and fundraising efforts.
By taking part in Dry July, you’re supporting the expansion of Bowel Cancer Australia's specialist Bowel Care Nurse program, providing more bowel cancer patients with the care they deserve, as close to home as possible, so they can live their best lives.
A specialist Bowel Care Nurse is a registered nurse who has specialist knowledge and experience caring for patients with bowel cancer. Serving as a point of contact for patients and their families as they navigate the health system – providing advice, education, support...
From Grief to Growth - Hannah’s story
From the moment Hannah walked through the door of the Robyn Yates Centre in Leura, she felt a unique warmth and welcome. The staff, volunteers, and therapists at Cancer Wellness Support form a caring community, knowing every client by name and genuinely caring about each person’s wellbeing.
From day one, Viv took Hannah and her father under her wing, offering tailored advice and matching them with the right therapists. This personalised care has been transformative, providing Hannah with practical tools to navigate her emotions and challenges. Viv’s intuitive understanding of Hannah’s needs has been a constant source of support, making a profound difference in her life.
After losing her mother to cancer in 2020, Hannah’s experience...
Thank you from Arrow
Arrow would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone fundraising for us this year! We are absolutely blown away at the amount raised so far especially being our first year taking part in Dry July. This support will really help us make an impact in the lives of people receiving a bone marrow transplant and their families and carers. So THANK YOU!! If you want to see more about the work we do and the impact your Dry July fundraising is having, please join us on our social media networks via Instagram and Facebook.
More support systems needed for Lung Cancer patients
This year, funds raised through Dry July will help support Lung Foundation Australia’s Lung Cancer Support Nurse program. With the rollout of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program in the coming year, we will inevitably need more support systems in place to support newly diagnosed patients. This is why it is so important that we support Dry July and our Lung Cancer Support Nurse program.
Lung Foundation Australia's Lung Cancer Support Nurse program plays a pivotal role in providing holistic care and support to individuals diagnosed with lung cancer. This program underscores the foundation's commitment to not only advocate for lung cancer patients but also empower them throughout their care journey. Lung Foundation Australia aims to...
Dry July bake sale is a sweet success
Jess Brain and her 6 West Dry July team baked up a storm to offer an array of delicious goodies for staff and patients to enjoy.
The sale was a huge success, selling out in record time and raising over $1600 for Dry July to support patients being treated for cancer at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.
Jess was overwhelmed by the enthusiasm of everyone who came along to support the bake sale. “We sold out in record time!” Jess said. “It’s incredible to see everyone come together to support such an important cause and to enjoy some seriously yummy food. My team outdid themselves; their baking skills are seriously impressive!”
The bake sale showcased the power of community, proving what can be achieved with a bit of creativity and...
How Tiana found a deeper connection in Dry July
When Tiana’s dear friend and colleague Kylie, who is currently undergoing treatment at Flinders for metastatic breast cancer, shared her involvement in the Flinders Foundation Dry July campaign, Tiana felt inspired to join in. With Kylie’s encouragement, Tiana signed up for the challenge that very afternoon.
Later that day, Tiana discovered a deeper personal connection to the cause during a conversation with her Mum.
“While chatting with Mum about it, she shared a memory of hers where Uncle Harry had a nickname for the only nurse who could find his vein with minimal discomfort. Making the decision to raise funds for the ultrasound device feel closer to home and extra special,” Tiana shared.
“I am so proud to be raising funds for Flinders...