Dorothy Keefe

[Australian Health Journal @AUHealthJournal]

AUSTRALIAN CANCER CARE NETWORK LAUNCHES TO LINK SERVICES TO POPULATION, CLINICIANS & RESEARCHERS
Aims to reduce health system disparities and tackle cancers with low survival rates

The landscape of cancer care in Australia is set to transform with the Australian Government launch in May 2024 of the Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network (ACCN) at the Innovations Showcase event, hosted by Cancer Australia in Sydney, Australia.

The ACCN is a nationally integrated system of cancer care, aimed at enhancing patient experiences and outcomes through coordinated and equitable access, by linking to comprehensive cancer services across Australia. Anchored by Comprehensive Cancer Centres (CCCs), the ACCN strives to deliver evidence-driven prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and support to all Australians affected by cancer.

Comprehensive Cancer Centres (CCCs) will serve as anchors in the ACCN, connecting various cancer control services nationwide. Through building partnerships and harnessing virtual connectivity, CCCs will collaborate with other cancer care centres, academic institutions, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services, regional hospitals and allied health services, among others.

While Australia has some of the world's highest cancer survival rates, not all people experience equal outcomes. There are significant disparities in cancer outcomes for some populations, particularly affecting those in rural and remote regions, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The ACCN aims to address these disparities, emphasising coordinated and equitable access to comprehensive cancer services irrespective of where a person lives, and marking a significant milestone in the advancement of cancer care in Australia.

Australian Health Journal @AUHealthJournal spoke with Professor Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus CEO, Cancer Australia on the ACCN launch and the network being a major milestone in the Australian Cancer Plan, which was launched at the end of 2023.

Participation in the ACCN is voluntary, with services committing to a set of standards focusing on comprehensive cancer care, equitable access, research excellence, data collection, workforce development, and network connectivity. Importantly, the ACCN will complement existing networks and alliances within the cancer care landscape, fostering collaboration and maximising resources.

All services and professionals involved in cancer care are encouraged to join the ACCN and contribute to this transformative initiative.

"As part of the implementation of the Australian Cancer Plan launched in November, the ACCN represents an essential stage towards achieving our goals of improving cancer outcomes and experiences for all Australians.”, says Professor Keefe.

She points out, “To achieve world class cancer outcomes for all Australians and realise the ambition of the Australian Cancer Plan, we need collective action from all sectors of health care to address issues that contribute to variation in cancer outcomes and experience.”

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

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[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

"On behalf of Cancer Australia and all our staff, I would like to express our deeply held respect for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities... Our commitment to reconciliation remains steadfast" Cancer Australia CEO, Prof Keefe: https://t.co/ryamIgJafL

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

@DrNicolasHart @rayychan @maryam_lustberg @CancerCareMASCC @CancerAustralia @Joanne_Bowen_ Cannot believe you found it!! And every word remains as true today as it was then! 😊😊

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

@CEOCancerAus Delighted to have been there to sign the MOU to further international collaboration in cancer

[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

Cancer Australia is proud to be a member of #G7Cancer, an initiative of the @Institut_cancer officially launched today - seven leading organisations partner to accelerate progress against cancer worldwide as part of a ten-year cancer-control strategy @CancerAusCEO

[DKFZ @DKFZ]

"G7 Cancer": Seven leading organizations strengthen their coordination to accelerate progress against #cancer worldwide. #G7Cancer @Institut_cancer @CancerAustralia @CIHR_IRSC @CR_UK @NccriOfficial @theNCI
➡️ https://t.co/ea41L4WS5B

[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

MEDIA RELEASE: Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon. @MarkButlerMP has announced over $500 million to reduce the burden of lung cancer in Australia and drive equitable cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Read more: https://t.co/gZ3ckHc4ZK

[Mark Butler MP @Mark_Butler_MP]

Jane Hill was one of this year's recipients for her work through public awareness campaigns, cross-sector collaborations and research and funding initiatives. Thank you Jane for all that you do. @OvarianCancerOz @CancerAustralia

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

@Prof_G_McArthur Always a pleasure to talk about improving cancer outcomes with @Prof_G_McArthur and Bragg CCC team!

[Chief Executive Officer VCCC Alliance @Prof_G_McArthur]

Great to visit the Bragg Comprehensive Cancer Centre team and share a national vision for cancer control. #bccc @CEOCancerAus

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

Oh ‘sister Walker’ you are a superstar and I am so sorry I couldn’t get back in time for the celebrations xx

[Southern Adelaide Local Health Network @SouthernAdlLHN]

Palliative care nurse, Helen works closely with people at a vulnerable but precious time in their lives. “Being able to help patients & their families through this time is incredibly fulfilling” said Helen who retires as Nurse Unit Manager of Laurel Hospice today. #StarsofSALHN

[Lung Cancer Policy Network @LungPolicy]

We spoke to Lung Cancer Policy Network member Prof. Dorothy Keefe (@CEOCancerAus) about her work at @CancerAustralia and her hopes for the future of #LungCancerScreening. #LCSM #LungCancerAwarenessMonth #LCAM https://t.co/xON07vjc2L

[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

Have your say on the Australian Cancer Plan! Public consultation for the Australian Cancer Plan is now open. Cancer Australia invites you to view and share your feedback on the draft of the #AustralianCancerPlan. Visit https://t.co/qhD1pVa4Rc

[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

Have your say on the Australian Cancer Plan! Public consultation for the Australian Cancer Plan is now open. Cancer Australia invites you to view and share your feedback on the draft of the #AustralianCancerPlan. Visit https://t.co/qhD1pVaCGK

[Mark Butler MP @Mark_Butler_MP]

Every Aussie affected by cancer should have access to the best treatment and supportive care. We’re developing the Australian Cancer Plan to improve outcomes for all Australians affected by cancer. https://t.co/yPTVCSiQsW

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

Looking forward to speaking at ALLG tomorrow morning. Wonderful work being done by so many dedicated, multi-disciplinary professionals to improve outcomes for all people with Blood Cancers.

[Australasian Leukaemia & Lymphoma Group (ALLG) @ALLGtrials]

@CancerAustralia CEO, Prof Dorothy Keefe is leading the development of the Australian Cancer Plan at Cancer Australia. This is a key national initiative that ALLG has been strongly engaged in to date. Prof Keefe speaks at our Scientific Meeting tomorrow on progress & next steps.

[Cancer Australia @CancerAustralia]

Our Mob and Cancer is a new website co-designed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer and their families and communities, and the health professionals who care for them. Visit: https://t.co/N6JHRb1dpU #ourmobandcancer

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

@TheChristieSoO @UKASCC @bermandr2 @APMPostTweets @DanielMonnery Sounds fabulous;
Plotting the route…

[Dorothy Keefe @CEOCancerAus]

@AndrewNTDavies @tcddublin @TrinityMed1 @ucddublin @UCDMedicine @ourladyshospice @OLHEducation @ADPM_Dublin You’ve got this!!

[Craig Underhill @CraigUnderhill]

.@RtnVic @awrccentre