Tara's Story
I'd been having symptoms for a few months when my GP referred me to a Gastroenterologist. A few months after that, I had a colonoscopy. We weren't in a rush, as we thought my symptoms were attributed to my long-standing IBS. When I woke from my scope, I was delivered the news that no one wants to hear. ‘You have cancer in your sigmoid colon’. After having a CT, MRI and bloods taken, I was referred for surgery and had an anterior resection in January 2024.
Initially my surgical team thought that surgery alone would be sufficient, but when the pathology on my tumour returned, there were some red flags for recurrence. I was referred to a lovely and very supportive Oncologist and began 6 months of chemotherapy. I finished chemotherapy with...
How Dry July Funding Helped an additional 128 Cancer Patients this year
Arrow is deeply grateful for the generous support received through the Dry July Foundation's 2024 campaign.
Thanks to a total of $45,729 raised through the generosity of Dry July participants, their donors, and our successful grant application, we have been able to extend vital support to hundreds more adult cancer patients, along with their families and carers, during one of the most challenging times in their lives and treatment journeys.
Patient Support Program Impact
We are pleased to report that, with this funding, we were able to support an additional 128 patients who received a bone marrow or stem cell transplant to fight blood cancer this year. Our support assisted not just the patients, but the families and carers, meaning the...
Dry July 2024 creates a positive difference for patients at The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Thank you so much for taking on the Dry July challenge and supporting the Royal Melbourne Hospital this year. We are pleased to announce that with your help we raised $51,756.83 for the care of our cancer patients. We are extremely grateful for your incredible fundraising efforts and dedication.
Your fundraising for Dry July has enabled The Royal Melbourne Hospital to purchase items for:
• Balcony Garden – Head and neck cancer patients often have extended hospital stays due to the complexity of their surgeries and recovery processes. A week-long stay in a stark, clinical environment can be mentally and emotionally taxing. Providing a garden can create a more humane and comforting space, improving the overall patient experience.
• Blanket...
Dry July 2024 delivers specialised dietitian support for POWH patients
Thank you for going dry this July and supporting the Prince of Wales Hospital! Your fundraising efforts and commitment to this year’s Dry July will significantly benefit cancer patients by providing additional specialised dietitian support.
As cancer survival rates improve, the need for comprehensive cancer care grows. Nutritional support is especially crucial for enhancing the quality of life for cancer survivors.
Thanks to your generous contributions, the Cancer Survivorship Centre at POWH can now offer dietitian support to more patients who need specific diets and nutrition. This includes individualised dietetic assessments, monthly education sessions and empowers patients and survivors to make informed dietary choices, leading to...
Dry July funding creates big impact at Rare Cancers Australia
Thank you for supporting Rare Cancers Australia this Dry July!
We are incredibly grateful for your efforts giving up alcohol, asking your networks for donations, and spreading the word about our organisation during July. Together, we raised more than $87,500 to support people affected by cancer.
We wanted to share a little more about the impact of your fundraising. The diagnosis of a rare, less common or complex cancer brings a range of challenges, including fewer treatment options and specialists, less information and research, and limited support.
At Rare Cancers Australia, we know a person’s cancer is as unique as their fingerprint, and the support each individual or family needs is different too. Our Specialist Cancer Navigators take...
More Australians have access to cancer rehabilitation services
Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge this year. We are delighted to announce that with your help PINC & STEEL Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation Australia raised an astounding $38,456.42. Such a great result!!
We are beyond grateful for your fundraising efforts and dedication. By taking part in Dry July, you have helped us support more people in their recovery from cancer. This not only reduces the burden of cancer for the individual but also for their loved ones too.
Our PINC & STEEL cancer rehabilitation programs are focused on improving the quality of life and experience of people diagnosed with any type of cancer. Helping them overcome symptom distress, regain strength, mobility and energy so they can participate...
Exercise sessions continue thanks to Dry July support
Thank you for taking on the Dry July challenge and supporting the North West Cancer Centre in Tamworth this year. We are pleased to announce that with your help we raised an astounding $8,996.90 for the North West Cancer Centre! We are extremely grateful for your fundraising efforts and dedication.
Your fundraising for Dry July has enabled North West Cancer Centre to provide weekly exercise sessions for breast cancer patients who are or have recently been undergoing treatment at the North West Cancer Centre.
On behalf of all the patients and Cancer Centre staff at North West Cancer Centre, we would like to thank you for your support and contribution to making a positive difference in the lives of people living with cancer.
Dry July support eases burden for families
Thank you for supporting Mummy’s Wish this Dry July!
We are incredibly grateful for your efforts giving up alcohol, asking your networks for donations, and spreading the word about our organisation during July. Together, we raised an amazing $91,553.48 to support mums with cancer.
We wanted to share a little more about how your fundraising efforts make a difference. Mummy’s Wish is proud to provide practical support for mums with cancer. This means we help ease some of the burden of cooking, cleaning, gardening or bills, allowing mums to spend more time on the things that really matter – like their wellbeing, and quality time with family.
We provide care packs including cancer information for mums, as well as a curated selection of books...
Generosity of Dry Julyers makes positive difference
Thank you for taking part in Dry July and for choosing to support Look Good Feel Better this year. By taking on the challenge, you helped us raise $45,951 to improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of women, men and teens across the country as they navigate the challenges of cancer treatment.
As you know, our program connects a community of people living a shared experience, empowering them to regain control, confidence, and a sense of self. Thanks to you, over 460 Australians will now be able to benefit from our services over the coming 12 months.
For more than 34 years, the generosity and commitment of people like you has allowed people like Tracy to access our program. As Tracy shared with us;
“I had the opportunity to attend one...