National Breast Cancer Centre Swot Analysis
National Heart Foundation:
When it started:
Established in Australia in 1959.
Vision: To reduce suffering and death from heart, stroke and blood vessel disease in Australia.
Mission: For Australians to have the best cardiovascular health in the world.
Key Area’s and strategy:
To support the delivery of our vision and mission we will focus on six key areas: * Help all Australians to achieve a healthy weight * Help all Australians to identify and understand the warning signs of a heart attack * Inform and educate women about their risk of cardiovascular disease and the steps they can take to prevent it * Help all Australians to have improved access to prevention and treatment * Increase our commitment to supporting …show more content…
research as well as using quality research in all of our work and * Increase funds raised
Australian Guide to Healthy Eating:
When it started: It was established in 1993 for all of Australia.
Vision and mission:
The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating is primarily concerned with physical health. Its purpose is to provide information about the kinds of foods to choose in your diet each day. The word diet is often taken to mean ‘special’ diets or‘weight-reducing’ diets. It has been developed for the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing to help Australians choose a healthy diet using a variety of foods.
Sunsmart:
When it started:
Cancer Council Victoria and the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation first funded SunSmart in 1988 in Victoria. On 12 September 2010, looking not a day over 30, Sid the Seagull made a 'birthday' appearance as the SunSmart program celebrated three decades of the iconic Slip! Slop! Slap! Campaign.
Vision and Mission:
SunSmart aims to minimise the human cost of skin cancer in Victoria. We have also taken a leadership role promoting a balance between the benefits and harms of ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure and the links with vitamin D.
The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) and Cancer Council Victoria jointly fund SunSmart. In 2004 we were appointed the World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for UV Radiation.
Aims and strategies: * lobbying for increased funding for public education campaigns, especially television advertising * investing in initiatives for adolescents and young adults given their low compliance with sun protective measures and higher sunburn incidence on summer weekends * focusing on settings and activities where people mostly get burnt, including sport, water/beach-related activities and active and passive recreation * improving environmental protection strategies, such as shade audits, options for built and natural shade and promoting the SunSmart UV Alert * focusing on communicating with sections of the community more likely to be at risk of vitamin D deficiency * continuing to deliver core activities such as working with schools, early childhood services, workplaces, local government, sporting organisations and communities educating and promoting UV protection and early detection of skin cancer.
Quit
When it stared:
Was established in 1985 by the Minister of health in Victoria.
Vision and Mission:
We listen to and lead the community in ensuring the massive cost and harm caused by tobacco is understood and is high on the agenda of decision makers and the public. We work with scientific rigour, professionalism, independence and integrity to develop, run and advocate evidence-based strategies in the form of laws, policies, programs and services that are responsive to the evolving needs of the whole community. In collaboration with local, national and international partners we increase understanding of the harms and addictive nature of tobacco and strive to overcome the powerful forces that promote tobacco use.
Goals: * Reduce smoking prevalence by:
- encouraging and assisting smokers to quit
- preventing uptake of smoking * Eliminate harmful exposure to tobacco smoke among non-smokers.
Values:
* Leadership and Innovation
We are committed to the acquisition and best application of tobacco control knowledge. * Independence within Partnerships
We are committed to close cooperation with our partners, while maintaining the importance of independent thought and action by TCU. * Integrity
We are committed to act with honesty, reliability, trust, with high ethical standards and in good conscience. * Compassion
We are committed to treating staff, partners and the community with whom we work, with understanding, dignity and respect. * Self-Reflection
We are committed to adapting how we do our work, through ongoing, systematic and reflective learning from our experiences.
Pink Ribbon Awareness (Breast Cancer Foundation)
When it started: It was established in 1994 to promote and support breast cancer research in all its forms.
Vision and Mission:
The National Breast Cancer Centre is the key organisation informing policy and practice in the management of breast cancer in Australia.
The National Breast Cancer Centre seeks to improve outcomes for women with breast cancer by impacting on clinical practice, policy and information. The Centre encourages an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis, treatment and support of women with breast cancer and ensures that research findings are rapidly translated into action. The Centre's programs are designed to make sure that all women in Australia, regardless of where they live or their circumstances, receive the best possible …show more content…
care.
Strategies and Research Projects: With community support, the National Breast Cancer Foundation has allocated over $55 million to over 230 breast cancer research projects and six scholarships in every state and territory.Some interesting research projects the National Breast Cancer Foundation is currently funding include: | a. Researching Family History
Australasian researchers are currently conducting world-leading research into the link between family history and the risk of developing breast cancer as part of the kConFab project.
One of the objectives of kConFab is to identify families with an increased risk of breast cancer, and to monitor them to determine if there are other contributing factors such as diet or lifestyle impacting on the development of breast cancer. Genetic counselling of siblings, mothers and children is an important component of this research program. | b. Understanding the Needs of Breast Cancer Survivors with lymphoedema
Lymphoedema is a problem faced by many women with breast cancer and can be a disabling and distressing condition. Research is ongoing to measure the prevalence rates of lymphoedema and to identify the needs of women with the condition. | c. Reducing fatigue associated with treatment for breast cancer
Many breast cancer patients experience distressing levels of fatigue, which adversely affect quality of life. | d. Limitations in upper-body function among breast cancer survivors
A significant and enduring complication of breast cancer treatment is in the reduction of upper body strength and mobility. Measuring the nature and extent of the problem assists in the development of programs to optimise physical therapy both during and post breast cancer treatment. | e. Risk
factors
Research into the correlation between diet, breast tissue density and cultural background will provide insight into the factors that contribute to a woman's risk of developing breast cancer. Cancer Council: When it started:
Cancer Council Australia commenced in 1961 as the Australian Cancer Society, when the six state Cancer Councils – which then varied in name and brand – agreed to establish a federal body to promote cancer control at the national level. |
Vision and Mission:
Minimise the threat of cancer to Australians, through successful prevention, best treatment and support. Lead a cohesive approach to reduce the impact of cancer.
Cancer Council Australia works with its members the eight state and territory cancer organisations to: * ------------------------------------------------- undertake and fund cancer research * ------------------------------------------------- prevent and control cancer * ------------------------------------------------- provide information and support for people affected by cancer.
Strategies and Research:
Cancer Councils are the leading independent funders of cancer research in Australia, granting more than $50 million to cancer research, research scholarships and fellowships in 2011.
Information
We provide evidence-based, up-to-date information about all aspects of cancer to: * ------------------------------------------------- doctors and other health professionals - to help improve prevention, detection and treatment of cancer * ------------------------------------------------- cancer patients and the general community - more than 100,000 Australians contact the Cancer Councils for information and advice each year, through theCancer Council Helpline.
Prevention
Our early detection and prevention programs aim to help people quit smoking, protect themselves from the sun, eat healthier foods and engage in physical activity to reduce the risk of cancer.
Patient support
Cancer Councils coordinate a network of cancer support groups, services and programs to help improve the quality of life of cancer patients, people living with cancer, their families and carers. We also support and work closely with Cancer Voices Australia, the national consumer organisation representing Australians affected by cancer.
Treatment
Our Australia-wide network of health professionals, the Australian Cancer Network (ACN) develops guidelines to provide the best evidence based treatment and care for cancer patients. We also work closely with our clinical partner, the Clinical Oncological Society of Australia , to ensure recommendations on cancer care incorporate the advice of experienced cancer specialists across the full range of medical and scientific disciplines.
Advocacy
Cancer Council Australia advises government on the needs of our stakeholders and provides an independent voice for improved cancer control policy based on the evidence.
Cancer Council Australia also publishes the National Cancer Prevention Policy which advocates for a concerted and comprehensive national approach to the prevention of cancer. The policy makes specific recommendations for national action by governments and non-government organisations, including programs and strategies to reduce the incidence of cancer.
Fundraising
We organise events, receive donations and bequests and work with our corporate partners to raise money to support our cancer control activities.
Networks
Our affiliations with national and international cancer organisations help further our shared objectives.
Sun protection products
Cancer Councils market a range of high-quality, affordable sun protection products, including sunscreens, sunglasses, protective clothing, beach shelters and cosmetics with sun protection. Royalties support the activities of the Cancer Councils.
Healthy Bones Week:
When was it established: In 1994
Mission and Vision:
National Healthy Bones Week raises awareness of the important role calcium rich foods, such as dairy, have in the development and maintenance of healthy bones and prevention of osteoporosis throughout life. The campaign educates Australians on the importance of developing and maintaining strong bones and encouraging active steps towards a healthier bone mass via the consumption of a calcium-rich diet, including dairy foods.
Strategies:
National Healthy Bones Week Activities
To help Australians learn more about having a bone friendly eating plan during National Healthy Bones Week, the following activities and resources will be available:
• Healthy Bones Brekkie: During NHBW Dairy Australia will host a free consumer breakfast in Melbourne for people to enjoy a dairy rich breakfast on their way to work. Although Dairy Australia are not hosting breakfasts nationwide, all Australians will be encouraged to wake up their bones by enjoying dairy filled breakfasts during National Healthy Bones Week - from cafés to schools and local community groups to office workers, gyms, mums and their little ones, students, grandparents... everyone can stage their own dairy rich brekkie.
• Resources: Resources will be available online from the NHBW website www.healthybones.com.au providing information on ways to improve and maintain bone health, delicious calcium-rich breakfast recipe ideas, calcium meal planners for all age groups and other tips and suggestions for the prevention of osteoporosis.
Asthma Council Australia:
When it started:
Asthma management handbook was first published in 1989, whereas the education project has been happening since 2002.
Vision and Mission:
A community that recognises the impact of asthma as a social, economic and health issue, whose members share responsibility for the elimination of asthma and minimising the risks of asthma. The mission of the NAC is to bring together all forms of endeavour in the field of asthma and associated conditions in order to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of people with asthma and their carers.
Strategies and Objectives: * to encourage and coordinate communication, collaboration and cooperation between the health professions, community organisations and the business community on issues relating to asthma in order to benefit and assist people with asthma and their carers * to formulate and implement campaigns to promote public awareness of asthma * to encourage health professionals to use recognised and accepted methods of diagnosis, treatment, management and care of people with asthma * to provide a forum for discussion and communication on asthma * to encourage the development of policies on asthma in conjunction with other interested bodies and individuals * to make representations to and consult with any government or government bodies or other authorities regarding asthma * to communicate and implement policies or consensus statements on issues related to asthma developed or adopted by NAC in relation to the diagnosis, treatment, management and care of people with asthma * to establish and maintain NAC as the national coordinating body for asthma issues and to maintain a high profile for NAC throughout Australia and internationally * to undertake, and to develop and promote priorities for, research into asthma, including aetiological, clinical, educational and epidemiological research, in order to assist in the development of an integrated framework for asthma research leading to improvement in health, social and economic outcomes.
Beyond Blue:
When it started:
It was established in October 2000 as a national five-year initiative to create a community response to depression, moving the focus of depression away from a mental health service issue to one which is acknowledged and addressed by the wider community.
Vision and Mission:
Our mission is to provide a national focus and community leadership to increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and respond effectively.
We aim to build a society that understands and responds to the personal and social impact of depression, works actively to prevent it, and improves the quality of life for everyone affected.
Principles for action * Respect for human rights and dignity. * Strong community involvement, understanding and support. * A population health approach. * Recognition of diversity and special needs. * A co-ordinated and collaborative approach. * An evidence-based approach. * Sustainable action.
Strategies and Program Areas:
In developing beyondblue, the Commonwealth, State and Territory governments have provided a national focus and leadership that will increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and anxiety and respond effectively to it.
beyondblue groups its activities within the following priority areas, read more about our programs and partners by clicking on the links to the left.
Community awareness and destigmatisation
To reduce stigma by increasing awareness of the symptoms, causes and treatments of depression and by promoting the experiences of people whose lives have been affected.
Consumer and carers
To promote a community-wide response to and advocacy for the issues raised by people with depressive illness and their carers.
Prevention and early intervention
To support programs that provide opportunities to prevent depression and/or promote early intervention and to rigorously evaluate the impact of these programs.
Primary care
To assist primary care practitioners to increase their community education and treatment roles.
Research
To promote depression-related research, particularly in relation to service delivery and measurement of program outcomes.
Partnerships beyondblue has strong partnerships with mental health and other health related organisations, as well as a wide range of companies and community-based organisations.
Measure Up
When it started:
The Measure Up campaign was part of the Australian Better Health Initiative (ABHI, funded from 2006-2010), a national program, supported by the Australian and state and territory governments, which aimed to reduce the risk factors for chronic disease such as some cancers, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.
The Measure Up campaign aims to raise appreciation of why people need to change their lifestyles, and includes supporting information on "what to do" and "how to do it".
What are the objectives of the campaign?
The short term objectives for the first phase of the campaign are: * to increase awareness of the link between chronic disease and lifestyle risk factors (poor nutrition, physical inactivity, unhealthy weight); * to raise appreciation of why lifestyle change should be an urgent priority; * to generate more positive attitudes towards achieving recommended changes in healthy eating, physical activity and healthy weight; and * to generate confidence in achieving the desired changes and appreciation of the significant benefits of achieving these changes.
The long term objectives of the campaign are: * to encourage Australians to make and sustain changes to their behaviour, such as increased physical activity and healthier eating behaviours, towards recommended levels; and * to thereby contribute to reducing morbidity and mortality due to lifestyle related chronic disease in Australian adults.
Swap It, Don't Stop It campaign - Phase Two of Measure Up
Swap It Don't Stop It is a new national campaign and forms phase two of the Measure Up campaign. The campaign builds on the awareness created by the Measure Up campaign and shows people how they can make small lifestyle changes to improve their health. The campaign is focused on promoting the simple, everyday changes people can make to get them on their way to a healthier lifestyle without losing all the things they love.
Diabetes Australia:
When it started:
Australia’s first Diabetic Association was formed in 1937 in NSW. It was not until the 1950s that similar Associations were formed in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. These Associations were all self-help lay organisations aiming to improve the lives of people with diabetes through practical guidance and public education.
Vision and Mission:
A healthy world free of Diabetes. To turn diabetes around through awareness, prevention, detection, management and cure.
Priority Areas:
In turning diabetes around, Diabetes Australia has a number of priorities. These priorities are detailed below. Focus Area | Priority for Diabetes Australia | Awareness | Raising awareness of the prevalence and seriousness of all types of diabetes, the risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes and the personal, social and economic implications of the diabetes epidemic. | Prevention | Prevention of type 2 diabetes by developing healthier individuals and communities, especially children; promoting physical activity, healthyeating and built-environments that encourage activity. | Detection | Early detection of people at high risk of diabetes and those who have undiagnosed diabetes to facilitate targeted early intervention strategies. | Management | Best practice management which requires increasing affordability and access to health care teams, professionals and services for all people with all types of diabetes as an integral component of self-management. | Cure | Increased funding for and greater priority given to diabetes research for all types of diabetes and across the spectrum of the disease with the ultimate aim of one day finding a cure. |
In pursuing these priorities, Diabetes Australia is focusing on three key strategies: * lead and deliver national activities * cooperate with federation members and other organisations to share knowledge and resources to add value for people with diabetes * assess and improve its performance to be a leading national not-for-profit health organisation
Values Statement
Diabetes Australia values: * the well-being of people affected by diabetes * the pursuit of excellence in professionalism, quality and ethics.
In everyday interactions Diabetes Australia will: * exhibit and expect fairness, honesty, openness, confidentiality and integrity from all * respect the diversity and roles of individual members of the Diabetes Australia movement.
Life for life:
When it started:
In 2005, the Australian Government recognised the importance of such a program and agreed to support the development and national implementation of Lift for Life.
Vision, Mission and Goals:
Through Lift for Life participants work towards reaching any of the following goals: * Better diabetes control * Increased muscle strength and tone * A healthier weight * Stronger bones * Improved flexibility, balance and posture * Improved mood and increased energy
Above all, Lift for Life is about improving quality of life and enabling people to enjoy the things they used to do. Even simple things, like gardening or shopping, will become much easier once participating in Lift for Life.
Strategies & Research:
Lift for Life is a unique program which provides specialised exercise care to people with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes and other chronic disease.
• Lift for Life aims to improve diabetes control; decrease body fat; increase strength; and enhance general health and well-being through a structured approach to strength training.
• Lift for Life introduces Participants to progressive strength training, and supports the establishment of a regular strength training habit.
• Lift for Life strength training programs are individually tailored to maximise results.
• Lift for Life can only be delivered by Trainers and
Providers accredited by Fitness Australia.
• Lift for Life is conducted in small groups over six months, with three distinct eight week phases,
Bronze, Silver and Gold.
• The program involves:
– Medical clearance for participants assessed as being at high risk of exercise-related complications – Baseline assessment to measure strength and functional capacity
– An individualised progressive resistance training program for each participant
– Follow-up assessments, program reviews and modifications are undertaken at each eight week phase – Generation of electronic progress reports for participants and referring health practitioners at completion of each eight week phase
When it started:
Established in Australia in 1959.
Vision: To reduce suffering and death from heart, stroke and blood vessel disease in Australia.
Mission: For Australians to have the best cardiovascular health in the world.
Key Area’s and strategy:
To support the delivery of our vision and mission we will focus on six key areas: * Help all Australians to achieve a healthy weight * Help all Australians to identify and understand the warning signs of a heart attack * Inform and educate women about their risk of cardiovascular disease and the steps they can take to prevent it * Help all Australians to have improved access to prevention and treatment * Increase our commitment to supporting …show more content…
research as well as using quality research in all of our work and * Increase funds raised
Australian Guide to Healthy Eating:
When it started: It was established in 1993 for all of Australia.
Vision and mission:
The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating is primarily concerned with physical health. Its purpose is to provide information about the kinds of foods to choose in your diet each day. The word diet is often taken to mean ‘special’ diets or‘weight-reducing’ diets. It has been developed for the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing to help Australians choose a healthy diet using a variety of foods.
Sunsmart:
When it started:
Cancer Council Victoria and the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation first funded SunSmart in 1988 in Victoria. On 12 September 2010, looking not a day over 30, Sid the Seagull made a 'birthday' appearance as the SunSmart program celebrated three decades of the iconic Slip! Slop! Slap! Campaign.
Vision and Mission:
SunSmart aims to minimise the human cost of skin cancer in Victoria. We have also taken a leadership role promoting a balance between the benefits and harms of ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure and the links with vitamin D.
The Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) and Cancer Council Victoria jointly fund SunSmart. In 2004 we were appointed the World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for UV Radiation.
Aims and strategies: * lobbying for increased funding for public education campaigns, especially television advertising * investing in initiatives for adolescents and young adults given their low compliance with sun protective measures and higher sunburn incidence on summer weekends * focusing on settings and activities where people mostly get burnt, including sport, water/beach-related activities and active and passive recreation * improving environmental protection strategies, such as shade audits, options for built and natural shade and promoting the SunSmart UV Alert * focusing on communicating with sections of the community more likely to be at risk of vitamin D deficiency * continuing to deliver core activities such as working with schools, early childhood services, workplaces, local government, sporting organisations and communities educating and promoting UV protection and early detection of skin cancer.
Quit
When it stared:
Was established in 1985 by the Minister of health in Victoria.
Vision and Mission:
We listen to and lead the community in ensuring the massive cost and harm caused by tobacco is understood and is high on the agenda of decision makers and the public. We work with scientific rigour, professionalism, independence and integrity to develop, run and advocate evidence-based strategies in the form of laws, policies, programs and services that are responsive to the evolving needs of the whole community. In collaboration with local, national and international partners we increase understanding of the harms and addictive nature of tobacco and strive to overcome the powerful forces that promote tobacco use.
Goals: * Reduce smoking prevalence by:
- encouraging and assisting smokers to quit
- preventing uptake of smoking * Eliminate harmful exposure to tobacco smoke among non-smokers.
Values:
* Leadership and Innovation
We are committed to the acquisition and best application of tobacco control knowledge. * Independence within Partnerships
We are committed to close cooperation with our partners, while maintaining the importance of independent thought and action by TCU. * Integrity
We are committed to act with honesty, reliability, trust, with high ethical standards and in good conscience. * Compassion
We are committed to treating staff, partners and the community with whom we work, with understanding, dignity and respect. * Self-Reflection
We are committed to adapting how we do our work, through ongoing, systematic and reflective learning from our experiences.
Pink Ribbon Awareness (Breast Cancer Foundation)
When it started: It was established in 1994 to promote and support breast cancer research in all its forms.
Vision and Mission:
The National Breast Cancer Centre is the key organisation informing policy and practice in the management of breast cancer in Australia.
The National Breast Cancer Centre seeks to improve outcomes for women with breast cancer by impacting on clinical practice, policy and information. The Centre encourages an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis, treatment and support of women with breast cancer and ensures that research findings are rapidly translated into action. The Centre's programs are designed to make sure that all women in Australia, regardless of where they live or their circumstances, receive the best possible …show more content…
care.
Strategies and Research Projects: With community support, the National Breast Cancer Foundation has allocated over $55 million to over 230 breast cancer research projects and six scholarships in every state and territory.Some interesting research projects the National Breast Cancer Foundation is currently funding include: | a. Researching Family History
Australasian researchers are currently conducting world-leading research into the link between family history and the risk of developing breast cancer as part of the kConFab project.
One of the objectives of kConFab is to identify families with an increased risk of breast cancer, and to monitor them to determine if there are other contributing factors such as diet or lifestyle impacting on the development of breast cancer. Genetic counselling of siblings, mothers and children is an important component of this research program. | b. Understanding the Needs of Breast Cancer Survivors with lymphoedema
Lymphoedema is a problem faced by many women with breast cancer and can be a disabling and distressing condition. Research is ongoing to measure the prevalence rates of lymphoedema and to identify the needs of women with the condition. | c. Reducing fatigue associated with treatment for breast cancer
Many breast cancer patients experience distressing levels of fatigue, which adversely affect quality of life. | d. Limitations in upper-body function among breast cancer survivors
A significant and enduring complication of breast cancer treatment is in the reduction of upper body strength and mobility. Measuring the nature and extent of the problem assists in the development of programs to optimise physical therapy both during and post breast cancer treatment. | e. Risk
factors
Research into the correlation between diet, breast tissue density and cultural background will provide insight into the factors that contribute to a woman's risk of developing breast cancer. Cancer Council: When it started:
Cancer Council Australia commenced in 1961 as the Australian Cancer Society, when the six state Cancer Councils – which then varied in name and brand – agreed to establish a federal body to promote cancer control at the national level. |
Vision and Mission:
Minimise the threat of cancer to Australians, through successful prevention, best treatment and support. Lead a cohesive approach to reduce the impact of cancer.
Cancer Council Australia works with its members the eight state and territory cancer organisations to: * ------------------------------------------------- undertake and fund cancer research * ------------------------------------------------- prevent and control cancer * ------------------------------------------------- provide information and support for people affected by cancer.
Strategies and Research:
Cancer Councils are the leading independent funders of cancer research in Australia, granting more than $50 million to cancer research, research scholarships and fellowships in 2011.
Information
We provide evidence-based, up-to-date information about all aspects of cancer to: * ------------------------------------------------- doctors and other health professionals - to help improve prevention, detection and treatment of cancer * ------------------------------------------------- cancer patients and the general community - more than 100,000 Australians contact the Cancer Councils for information and advice each year, through theCancer Council Helpline.
Prevention
Our early detection and prevention programs aim to help people quit smoking, protect themselves from the sun, eat healthier foods and engage in physical activity to reduce the risk of cancer.
Patient support
Cancer Councils coordinate a network of cancer support groups, services and programs to help improve the quality of life of cancer patients, people living with cancer, their families and carers. We also support and work closely with Cancer Voices Australia, the national consumer organisation representing Australians affected by cancer.
Treatment
Our Australia-wide network of health professionals, the Australian Cancer Network (ACN) develops guidelines to provide the best evidence based treatment and care for cancer patients. We also work closely with our clinical partner, the Clinical Oncological Society of Australia , to ensure recommendations on cancer care incorporate the advice of experienced cancer specialists across the full range of medical and scientific disciplines.
Advocacy
Cancer Council Australia advises government on the needs of our stakeholders and provides an independent voice for improved cancer control policy based on the evidence.
Cancer Council Australia also publishes the National Cancer Prevention Policy which advocates for a concerted and comprehensive national approach to the prevention of cancer. The policy makes specific recommendations for national action by governments and non-government organisations, including programs and strategies to reduce the incidence of cancer.
Fundraising
We organise events, receive donations and bequests and work with our corporate partners to raise money to support our cancer control activities.
Networks
Our affiliations with national and international cancer organisations help further our shared objectives.
Sun protection products
Cancer Councils market a range of high-quality, affordable sun protection products, including sunscreens, sunglasses, protective clothing, beach shelters and cosmetics with sun protection. Royalties support the activities of the Cancer Councils.
Healthy Bones Week:
When was it established: In 1994
Mission and Vision:
National Healthy Bones Week raises awareness of the important role calcium rich foods, such as dairy, have in the development and maintenance of healthy bones and prevention of osteoporosis throughout life. The campaign educates Australians on the importance of developing and maintaining strong bones and encouraging active steps towards a healthier bone mass via the consumption of a calcium-rich diet, including dairy foods.
Strategies:
National Healthy Bones Week Activities
To help Australians learn more about having a bone friendly eating plan during National Healthy Bones Week, the following activities and resources will be available:
• Healthy Bones Brekkie: During NHBW Dairy Australia will host a free consumer breakfast in Melbourne for people to enjoy a dairy rich breakfast on their way to work. Although Dairy Australia are not hosting breakfasts nationwide, all Australians will be encouraged to wake up their bones by enjoying dairy filled breakfasts during National Healthy Bones Week - from cafés to schools and local community groups to office workers, gyms, mums and their little ones, students, grandparents... everyone can stage their own dairy rich brekkie.
• Resources: Resources will be available online from the NHBW website www.healthybones.com.au providing information on ways to improve and maintain bone health, delicious calcium-rich breakfast recipe ideas, calcium meal planners for all age groups and other tips and suggestions for the prevention of osteoporosis.
Asthma Council Australia:
When it started:
Asthma management handbook was first published in 1989, whereas the education project has been happening since 2002.
Vision and Mission:
A community that recognises the impact of asthma as a social, economic and health issue, whose members share responsibility for the elimination of asthma and minimising the risks of asthma. The mission of the NAC is to bring together all forms of endeavour in the field of asthma and associated conditions in order to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of people with asthma and their carers.
Strategies and Objectives: * to encourage and coordinate communication, collaboration and cooperation between the health professions, community organisations and the business community on issues relating to asthma in order to benefit and assist people with asthma and their carers * to formulate and implement campaigns to promote public awareness of asthma * to encourage health professionals to use recognised and accepted methods of diagnosis, treatment, management and care of people with asthma * to provide a forum for discussion and communication on asthma * to encourage the development of policies on asthma in conjunction with other interested bodies and individuals * to make representations to and consult with any government or government bodies or other authorities regarding asthma * to communicate and implement policies or consensus statements on issues related to asthma developed or adopted by NAC in relation to the diagnosis, treatment, management and care of people with asthma * to establish and maintain NAC as the national coordinating body for asthma issues and to maintain a high profile for NAC throughout Australia and internationally * to undertake, and to develop and promote priorities for, research into asthma, including aetiological, clinical, educational and epidemiological research, in order to assist in the development of an integrated framework for asthma research leading to improvement in health, social and economic outcomes.
Beyond Blue:
When it started:
It was established in October 2000 as a national five-year initiative to create a community response to depression, moving the focus of depression away from a mental health service issue to one which is acknowledged and addressed by the wider community.
Vision and Mission:
Our mission is to provide a national focus and community leadership to increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and respond effectively.
We aim to build a society that understands and responds to the personal and social impact of depression, works actively to prevent it, and improves the quality of life for everyone affected.
Principles for action * Respect for human rights and dignity. * Strong community involvement, understanding and support. * A population health approach. * Recognition of diversity and special needs. * A co-ordinated and collaborative approach. * An evidence-based approach. * Sustainable action.
Strategies and Program Areas:
In developing beyondblue, the Commonwealth, State and Territory governments have provided a national focus and leadership that will increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and anxiety and respond effectively to it.
beyondblue groups its activities within the following priority areas, read more about our programs and partners by clicking on the links to the left.
Community awareness and destigmatisation
To reduce stigma by increasing awareness of the symptoms, causes and treatments of depression and by promoting the experiences of people whose lives have been affected.
Consumer and carers
To promote a community-wide response to and advocacy for the issues raised by people with depressive illness and their carers.
Prevention and early intervention
To support programs that provide opportunities to prevent depression and/or promote early intervention and to rigorously evaluate the impact of these programs.
Primary care
To assist primary care practitioners to increase their community education and treatment roles.
Research
To promote depression-related research, particularly in relation to service delivery and measurement of program outcomes.
Partnerships beyondblue has strong partnerships with mental health and other health related organisations, as well as a wide range of companies and community-based organisations.
Measure Up
When it started:
The Measure Up campaign was part of the Australian Better Health Initiative (ABHI, funded from 2006-2010), a national program, supported by the Australian and state and territory governments, which aimed to reduce the risk factors for chronic disease such as some cancers, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes.
The Measure Up campaign aims to raise appreciation of why people need to change their lifestyles, and includes supporting information on "what to do" and "how to do it".
What are the objectives of the campaign?
The short term objectives for the first phase of the campaign are: * to increase awareness of the link between chronic disease and lifestyle risk factors (poor nutrition, physical inactivity, unhealthy weight); * to raise appreciation of why lifestyle change should be an urgent priority; * to generate more positive attitudes towards achieving recommended changes in healthy eating, physical activity and healthy weight; and * to generate confidence in achieving the desired changes and appreciation of the significant benefits of achieving these changes.
The long term objectives of the campaign are: * to encourage Australians to make and sustain changes to their behaviour, such as increased physical activity and healthier eating behaviours, towards recommended levels; and * to thereby contribute to reducing morbidity and mortality due to lifestyle related chronic disease in Australian adults.
Swap It, Don't Stop It campaign - Phase Two of Measure Up
Swap It Don't Stop It is a new national campaign and forms phase two of the Measure Up campaign. The campaign builds on the awareness created by the Measure Up campaign and shows people how they can make small lifestyle changes to improve their health. The campaign is focused on promoting the simple, everyday changes people can make to get them on their way to a healthier lifestyle without losing all the things they love.
Diabetes Australia:
When it started:
Australia’s first Diabetic Association was formed in 1937 in NSW. It was not until the 1950s that similar Associations were formed in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. These Associations were all self-help lay organisations aiming to improve the lives of people with diabetes through practical guidance and public education.
Vision and Mission:
A healthy world free of Diabetes. To turn diabetes around through awareness, prevention, detection, management and cure.
Priority Areas:
In turning diabetes around, Diabetes Australia has a number of priorities. These priorities are detailed below. Focus Area | Priority for Diabetes Australia | Awareness | Raising awareness of the prevalence and seriousness of all types of diabetes, the risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes and the personal, social and economic implications of the diabetes epidemic. | Prevention | Prevention of type 2 diabetes by developing healthier individuals and communities, especially children; promoting physical activity, healthyeating and built-environments that encourage activity. | Detection | Early detection of people at high risk of diabetes and those who have undiagnosed diabetes to facilitate targeted early intervention strategies. | Management | Best practice management which requires increasing affordability and access to health care teams, professionals and services for all people with all types of diabetes as an integral component of self-management. | Cure | Increased funding for and greater priority given to diabetes research for all types of diabetes and across the spectrum of the disease with the ultimate aim of one day finding a cure. |
In pursuing these priorities, Diabetes Australia is focusing on three key strategies: * lead and deliver national activities * cooperate with federation members and other organisations to share knowledge and resources to add value for people with diabetes * assess and improve its performance to be a leading national not-for-profit health organisation
Values Statement
Diabetes Australia values: * the well-being of people affected by diabetes * the pursuit of excellence in professionalism, quality and ethics.
In everyday interactions Diabetes Australia will: * exhibit and expect fairness, honesty, openness, confidentiality and integrity from all * respect the diversity and roles of individual members of the Diabetes Australia movement.
Life for life:
When it started:
In 2005, the Australian Government recognised the importance of such a program and agreed to support the development and national implementation of Lift for Life.
Vision, Mission and Goals:
Through Lift for Life participants work towards reaching any of the following goals: * Better diabetes control * Increased muscle strength and tone * A healthier weight * Stronger bones * Improved flexibility, balance and posture * Improved mood and increased energy
Above all, Lift for Life is about improving quality of life and enabling people to enjoy the things they used to do. Even simple things, like gardening or shopping, will become much easier once participating in Lift for Life.
Strategies & Research:
Lift for Life is a unique program which provides specialised exercise care to people with, or at risk of, type 2 diabetes and other chronic disease.
• Lift for Life aims to improve diabetes control; decrease body fat; increase strength; and enhance general health and well-being through a structured approach to strength training.
• Lift for Life introduces Participants to progressive strength training, and supports the establishment of a regular strength training habit.
• Lift for Life strength training programs are individually tailored to maximise results.
• Lift for Life can only be delivered by Trainers and
Providers accredited by Fitness Australia.
• Lift for Life is conducted in small groups over six months, with three distinct eight week phases,
Bronze, Silver and Gold.
• The program involves:
– Medical clearance for participants assessed as being at high risk of exercise-related complications – Baseline assessment to measure strength and functional capacity
– An individualised progressive resistance training program for each participant
– Follow-up assessments, program reviews and modifications are undertaken at each eight week phase – Generation of electronic progress reports for participants and referring health practitioners at completion of each eight week phase