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Victorian Government Cancer Initiatives

New Directions in Cancer Care

Cancer is the greatest cause of mortality in Victoria, and generates a high level of consumer concern. The care of cancer patients represents a significant proportion of all health care delivered in Victoria.

The need for improved delivery of cancer services along with improved outcomes for patients and their families has been identified as a priority for both State and Federal governments and is driven by many factors including trends in population health, workforce issues, the increasing complexity and cost of cancer care and the shift of cancer treatment to the ambulatory setting.

The structures and processes that support optimal cancer care

What's New

Victoria's Cancer Action Plan 2008 - 2011

In December 2008, Premier John Brumby and Health Minister Daniel Andrews launched Victoria's Cancer Action Plan 2008-2011.

 

Related Information
Clinical Networks in Victoria
Victoria's Palliative Care Program
Radiotherapy Services in Victoria
Victoria's Whole of Health ICT Strategy 2008 - 2013

Related Websites
Victorian Cancer Agency - Cancer Research in Victoria

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Last updated: 23 January, 2009
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