A cancer diagnosis brings with it lots of new words, terms, symptoms and side effects you may never have heard of before. We’re here to demystify some of the cancer world, and this week’s term is: Lymphoedema Lymphoedema is a condition that occurs when lymph fluid builds up in the body, usually in the arms or legs, causing swelling. It can occur as a side effect of cancer treatment that has impacted lymph nodes. Learn more cancer terminology in the glossary on our website: https://bit.ly/4kZklU3 (fb)

Our Cancer Lived Experience Survey is still open, and there’s still time for you to make your experience count. If you’re an adult who has been diagnosed with cancer, or have been a carer for an adult with cancer, your experience matters. This is the first national cancer survey with a focus on rare cancers and it’s important for us to hear as many perspectives and experiences as possible. The survey asks about your experiences reaching a diagnosis, during treatment, and beyond. Your responses will help us: ✅ better understand the lived experience of all people with cancer ✅ strengthen our unique patient support model and programs ✅ advocate for policy and system changes that will improve outcomes and experiences for all. The survey takes about 20 minutes to complete online, and your responses will be anonymous. Start the survey at: https://bit.ly/4i8DIan (fb)