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~FLINDERS CENTRE FOR INNOVATION IN CANCER~

Bringing the brightest minds and the kindest hearts together under one roof!

Construction for the Flinders Centre Innovation in Cancer will commence in August 2010, realising the dream of the FMC Foundation and thousands of donors who have tirelessly supported the creation of an integrated cancer centre at Flinders.

Walkthrough the centre – mpeg (10MB)

Imagine a centre:

that focuses on cancer prevention in order to provide new techniques and lifestyle solutions to halt cancer before it begins
where over 100 research and clinical investigators work collaboratively to achieve more effective results in cancer control
where innovative techniques, comprehensive lifestyle approaches and holistic support programs provide a truly compassionate and comprehensive approach to patient care
where innovation inspires the next generation of medical professionals

The $27 million integrated cancer centre will be a first for South Australia, housing innovative clinical service facilities and relevant healthcare professionals such as oncologists, surgeons, dieticians, and psychologists alongside biomedical, behavioural and clinical researchers, to ensure the most comprehensive research and drive the best and most compassionate cancer care.

COMMUNIY CONSULTATION

Members of the Fleurieu Cancer Network were invited to participate in a community consultation on Monday 24^th May at Flinders Private Hospital about the new proposed Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer incorporating the Livestrong Cancer Research Centre

Dr Rebecca Keough & Dr Rhys Williams gave us the opportunity to hear about the design and vision of the new Centre by the project architects: Woodhead

The project team asked our ideas and opinions on how to make this centre the best experience possible for cancer patients, their carers and families as they undertake the treatment journey.

Fleurieu Cancer Network representatives were invited because we understand the needs and wishes of the cancer centre users from the perspective of patients, carers or family members.

Some of the things they asked were

What services are important?
What makes an environment welcoming, comfortable, relaxing and reassuring?
What are the things that would make a difference?

More information: http://www.flinders.edu.au/cancer/news/fcic.cfm

http://www.flinders.sa.gov.au/fmcfoundation/pages/cancercentre/ACD_PDAz_z/

You may add your thoughts by contacting FCN and we would like to thank Drs Rebecca & Rhys for their invitation and look forward to working with the project team in the near future.

~CANCER IN THE COMMUNITY FORUM~

On the Wednesday 3rd of March 2010

FCN hosted a Cancer in the C0mmunity Forum with it’s AGM and was attended by about 40 participants.

Minister for Health and the Southern Suburbs: Mr John Hill opened the Forum while Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg: City of Onkaparinga welcomed all in attendance.

Presenters were: Professor Neil Piller. Medical Program Director, Lymphoedema Assessment Clinic, Department of Surgery School of Medicine Flinders University

Mr Paul Redman. Support Group Services Manager Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia

The findings of the “My diary” Project was presented and a consumer who used the diary spoke on the usefullness of the diary. We thank him for his involvement on the day.

~BUILDING THE BRIDGES EXPO~

Was attended by about 10 exhibitors from local support groups and organisations:

Onkaparinga Prostate Cancer Support Group,
McLaren Vale Prostate & Men’s Health Support Group,
Cancer Survivor’s Group,
Regional Health Service: Southern Primary Health-Noarlunga,
Cancer Council of SA,
Cancer Voices SA,
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia,
Myeloma Foundation of Australia Inc,
United Care Wesley-Adelaide.

~TOUR DOWN UNDER~ Cycle, Wine & Dine

On Friday 22nd January 2010

FCN was invited to the inaugural Cycle, Wine & Dine event hosted by the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Visitor and Information Centre where Onkaparinga showcased the region’s food, music and ambiance.

A silent auction was held which included a piece of Santos Tour Down Under merchandise plus other wonderful items. A grand total of $855.00 was raised and donated to FCN.

A big thank you to all those who support us on the night.

~CANCER CONVESATION IN THE SOUTH~

On Friday 15th May 2009

FCN in conjuction with Cancer Voices SA hosted a Cancer Conversation in the South event.

Where participants shared their thoughts, expereinces and ideas.

It was attended by 15 participants who spoke about their cancer journey.

All said that they enjoyed the morning and look forward to regular events.

Minister John Hill – Minister for Health joined the group and shared his thoughts about cancer and his personal story.

The day was a positive experience and all said that they would like to continue the conversations.

These will commence in 2010.

LANCE ARMSTRONG SAYS

“it’s time to change the experience and expectations of cancer. It’s time to marshal our collective will, our passion, our outrage, our insistence, and our voice”

~ THE MY DIARY LAUNCH~

On Thursday 30th April 2009 FCN hosted the launch of the “My Diary” into the community.

Many VIP attended along with community people from local support groups.

Member for Kingston- Amanda Rishworth spoke on our efforts and congratulated the group on an extordinary effort.

While Mayor Lorraine Roseberg: Patron commented how this was needed in the community and wished the project every success. Professor Graeme Young-Senior Director of Gastroerology, Flinders University expressed his support from a medical perspective and commented that this was long overdue.