The Federal Government has announced 38 research grants will share in 10.6 million in new funding to help them continue their cancer research.

“Cancer continues to have a significant impact on our community. One in two men and one in three women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime in Australia,” Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek said.
“It is important that there continues to be targeted investment in cancer research aimed at reducing the impact of the disease and improving the quality of life and outcomes for patients.

Also marking the beginning of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Ms Plibersek said that research to receive funding included understanding the genetic variants of cancers, improved support for carers, and research into improved treatments. 

The 38 new cancer research projects include joint ventures between Cancer Australia, and Australian Rotary Health, Cancer Council Australia, Cancer Council NSW, Cure Cancer Australia Foundation, National Breast Cancer Foundation and Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.