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Central Coast Local Health District
The Central Coast Cancer Centre in Gosford
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
Melanoma of the skin, prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer and bowel cancer are projected to be the five most common cancers diagnosed this year in the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), according to new data from Cancer Institute NSW.
And the most common cause of cancer death in the district is projected to be lung cancer, bowel cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer and breast cancer.
Clinical Director of Cancer Services at CCLHD Dr Craig Kukard reminded residents to take advantage of NSW’s breast, bowel and cervical cancer screening programs and seek help if they noticed any changes to their health.
“More than 2,800 people in our district are projected to be diagnosed with some form of cancer this year, so reducing cancer’s devastating impact on our community is a key priority,” Kukard said.
“Central Coast Local Health District offers state-of-the-art cancer treatment through our comprehensive cancer centre.
“We offer a wide range of treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiation therapy along with access to local and international clinical trials.
“Our health specialists are dedicated to delivering safe, world-class care to people living with and beyond cancer.
“We can also work to reduce our cancer risk and I encourage the community to participate in screening programs and speak to their GP if they’re concerned about any changes to their health.”
NSW Chief Cancer Officer and CEO of Cancer Institute NSW Professor Tracey O’Brien said about 16,000 cases of cancer and 5,000 cancer deaths could be prevented in NSW each year if we exercised more, ate healthier foods, wore sunscreen, drank less alcohol and stopped smoking.
“Few health challenges rival the complexity and urgency of this devastating disease and as a community, we need to do everything possible to support each other to lead healthier lives and seek help if we notice any changes to our health,” O’Brien said.
“I encourage everyone to take the steps needed to reduce their cancer risk and keep families healthy and together.
“Start small and keep it simple – walk or use the stairs.
