Cancer Health Care, Promotion & Support
We are committed to improving cancer care in a way that respects and supports the unique journey, values, culture, and strengths of ATSI people and their families.
Our Cancer Team works collaboratively with our clinical and community support teams to provide holistic cancer prevention, screening, early diagnosis, treatment support, and ongoing care. We aim to ensure people feel informed, supported, and not alone at any stage of their cancer journey.
Cancer continues to have a significant impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with higher rates of diagnosis and avoidable mortality for some cancers. At Yoorana Gunya, we are focused on reducing these disparities through culturally safe care, early screening and diagnosis, strong care coordination, and community-led education and support.
Our approach is centred on listening, building trust, and walking alongside individuals and families, supporting physical, emotional, social, and cultural wellbeing.
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Community education and yarning sessions.
Lifestyle support including nutrition, movement, and wellbeing.
Support to improve health literacy and reduce cancer risk.
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Help understanding cancer screening
Assistance with booking appointments and completing forms
Support with bowel, cervical (including self-collection), breast, and lung screening
Follow-up and reminders when needed
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Support after abnormal screening results
Help navigating GP, hospital, and specialist appointments
Care coordination and advocacy
Ongoing follow-up so no one feels left on their own
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Emotional and wellbeing support
Support for families and carers
Referrals to SEWB for emotional support, palliative care services
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ATSI community members
Families and carers
People wanting information about screening
People newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, or in recovery
We work together to support the whole person — physically, emotionally, and socially.
Our team includes:
Phoebe
Cancer Care Coordinator Nurse
- supporting clinical care coordination, referrals, and navigation
Sarah-Jane
Cancer Health Promotion Officer
– supporting education, prevention, wellbeing, and community engagement

