People living in regional areas of New South Wales who are affected by cancer face significant challenges in accessing treatment and care compared to those in major cities, often leading to poorer health outcomes. The NSW Regional Cancer Network (the Network) is committed to addressing these disparities by fostering equity in cancer outcomes across regional NSW.
The Network supports research and initiatives that are informed by the experiences of cancer patients and the healthcare services available in regional communities. It brings together a diverse group of health professionals, researchers, cancer services, and individuals affected by cancer from the geographical area covered by our partner Local Health Districts (LHDs):
- Central Coast
- Hunter New England
- Mid-North Coast
- Northern NSW
By leveraging the combined expertise and resources of its partners, the Network addresses pressing clinical research questions that arise locally. The Network emphasises research that can be directly applied to regional clinical practice, with a focus on expanding research participation and ensuring equitable outcomes for cancer patients in regional areas.
This initiative is funded by the Cancer Institute NSW through a Translational Cancer Research Capacity Building Grant and is aimed at strengthening regional cancer research and translating findings into improved care for those affected by cancer.
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We acknowledge the many Traditional Custodians of Country throughout regional, rural and remote NSW and honour their Elders, families and descendants, past and present. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs, and deep and continuing relationship with the land and waterways. We acknowledge that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.