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Rare Cancers Australia

Rare Cancers Australia was founded in 2012 to ensure no one receiving a cancer diagnosis would feel isolated, left behind, or without any options. Everyone should be given the best possible chance to live beyond cancer.

Vision and mission

Rare Cancers Australia's vision is that every person impacted by rare cancer will be supported from every angle, from the very beginning.

Rare Cancers Australia's mission is that they do whatever it takes to change the story of rare cancer, through improved diagnosis, limitless support and relentless advocacy.

They stand side by side with people diagnosed with cancer, and their families, with knowledge, energy and an unwavering determination to create a better world for people diagnosed with rare cancers.

How Rare Cancer Australia can help

Rare Cancers Australia is trusted to deliver a service to the rare cancer community that no one else does, in a way no one else does. Support as unique and individual as you are.

Their programs support patients from every angle; clinical, emotional, financial and practical. They understand a person’s world has turned upside down. And they will do whatever it takes to navigate them through the chaos of rare cancer with empathy and compassion.

Information / help lines

  • Call 1800 257 600, 9:00am — 5:00pm, Monday — Friday.

Programs, apps and tools

  • Knowledgebase: Learn more about your cancer type, and find relevant cancer and support services, health professionals and clinical trials.
  • Rare Cancer Support Guide: Manage and navigate every stage of a rare cancer experience with the trusted information, tools and advice in the Rare Cancer Support Guide.
  • Mummy’s Wish: Mummy’s Wish provides dedicated practical support for mums who have been diagnosed with cancer, and who also have young children. The program focuses on providing practical support like healthy meals or cleaning, as well as resources to help families talk about cancer.

Recommended links

Last reviewed: February 2025

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