Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service

@Victorian_PICS

The Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service (PICS) lead a networked paediatric cancer care system in Victoria. | Together for better cancer care |

Victoria, Australia Katılım Mart 2022

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·4 Ara

Have you explored our shiny new website? There’s lots of new information, including a dedicated section for families on how we can help them throughout the childhood cancer care journey. Learn more at vics.org.au/pics/families

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·8 Nis

Do you care for a young person with leukaemia? Part of our free education resources for health professionals, this e-learning module for nurses provides an overview of leukaemia in children & adolescents, including common treatment protocols. Learn more: vics.org.au/pics/resources

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·18 Mar

Have you seen the latest PICS Pulse, including our new program to develop Victorian standards of care in paediatric cancer care; our team at the 2025 National Survivorship Conference; and a resource on late effects for families? Read it and subscribe at #pulse" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">vics.org.au/pics#pulse.

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·13 Mar

Did you miss us at the 2025 National Cancer Survivorship Conference last week? We were fortunate enough to be able to present two posters covering some of our recent work, which you can view for yourselves on the links below: - cms.vics.org.au/wp-content/upl… - cms.vics.org.au/wp-content/upl…

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·7 Mar

This week we have been proud to attend the 2025 Cancer Survivorship Conference, & present 2 posters on some of our recent work, on support for families entering the survivorship phase, & the Victorian Cancer Childhood Cancer Outcomes Registry (VCCOR). Will we see you on day 2?

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·6 Mar

Today is World Lymphoedema Day, and Lymphoedema Awareness Week in Australia. Sadly, the most common type of lymphoedema can be a side effect of some cancer treatments, like radiotherapy. Visit the Australasian Lymphology Association to learn more: lymphoedema.org.au

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·21 Şub

Want to help us improve paediatric cancer care? Whether you are a consumer or health professional, your knowledge, skills, and lived experiences can help us to better support families affected by childhood cancer. Find out how you can help at vics.org.au/pics/work-with….

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Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association@anzsarcoma·17 Şub

ANZSA is offering two Sarcoma Research Grants with support from our generous donors to support Sarcoma Research. Two grants of up to $50,000 each are for direct research costs to improve both early detection and therapy for sarcoma! Apply here: sarcoma.org.au/pages/research…

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·16 Şub

International Childhood Cancer Day helps to raise awareness of childhood cancers & support those impacted by them. We are proud our team’s efforts & achievements in bringing people together to improve paediatric cancer care outcomes & experiences for patients & their families.

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·13 Şub

Some childhood cancer treatments can cause changes to the way that food tastes, smells, and feels. Our guide on navigating these changes includes tips and tricks to help make eating a more positive experience, at home or in the hospital. Access it here: vics.org.au/resources/tast…

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CNSA@CNSA_ORG·29 Oca

Did you miss the first round of abstract submissions? Now’s your chance to add your voice to the conversation. We’re calling for final abstracts for our Annual Congress with @ISNCC (new submissions only) ➡ Find out more and submit here bit.ly/3uapEtZ #cnsaiccn2025

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·4 Şub

This World Cancer Day, we join the call for equitable care for everyone with a cancer diagnosis. Childhood cancers are not the same as adult cancers, and recognising and embracing the differences is key to improving care and outcomes for those impacted by childhood cancer.

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·3 Şub

Did you know that neuroblastomas are rare and complex cancers, but also the most common type of solid tumour in children under five? Families in Australia impacted by neuroblastoma can join the Neuroblastoma Australia Family Support Group - more info at neuroblastoma.org.au/family-support….

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·22 Oca

Has your family struggled with the out-of-pocket costs associated with cancer? @CancerCouncilOz is running a survey as part of research on the financial impacts of cancer. Complete the survey by 31 January, at surveymonkey.com/r/FinancialCos…!

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·15 Oca

Have you seen the bumper Dec 2024/Jan 2025 issue of our PICS Pulse monthly e-newsletter? Read the latest issue and subscribe to stay up to date with all things PICS: #pulse" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">vics.org.au/pics#pulse

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·9 Oca

Every Victorian family affected by childhood cancer should feel supported in understanding their child's treatment, medication, and care needs. That's why we have many resources also available in languages other than English. Check them out at vics.org.au/pics-resources

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·6 Oca

Applications close next Monday!

Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS

Are you passionate about driving innovation & excellence in healthcare, research, & education? @MonashHealth have an opportunity to lead the clinical paediatric haematology-oncology services at the Monash Children's Hospital. Apps close 13/01/25, more at careers.monashhealth.org/job/Clayton-Un…

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·23 Ara

Some lovely tips for friends and loved ones of families impacted by childhood cancer this holiday season. 👇

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Christmas can be a difficult time for families facing #ChildhoodCancer 💛 Many want to help but worry about saying the wrong thing. Support can make a huge difference, so we’ve shared some suggestions to offer comfort and friendship this season. #BeAChildCancerFriend

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Victorian Paediatric Integrated Cancer Service@Victorian_PICS·18 Ara

Once treatment for childhood cancer finishes, it is important to adopt healthy habits that maximise recovery. Our 'Healthy living after treatment' resource provides practical tips & advice for eating well and engaging in physical activity. Read it here: vics.org.au/resources/heal…

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Cancer Australia@CancerAustralia·10 Ara

Health Professionals - The Optimal Care Pathways outline consistent, safe, high-quality and evidence-based care for people with cancer, relevant to every step along the cancer continuum. Download all Optimal Care Pathways and Quick Reference Guides here: bit.ly/4egQanE

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