Chris O’Brien Lifehouse

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𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲
Head and neck cancer is part of our story. It was Professor Chris O'Brien's specialty, and our head and neck team continues that work every day, caring for patients and families throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

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𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥?
This Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse is proud to support Head and Neck Cancer Australia's 2026 campaign, ‘Start a Conversation’.

It could make all the difference.

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𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥
A gift in your Will to Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a powerful way to ensure your compassion continues helping improve the lives of people with cancer well into the future.

Visit: https://t.co/2nCapMifzq

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𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐚 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡
Dr Madeleine Strach, Medical Oncologist at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse explains what sarcoma is, how it can affect adolescents and young adults, and why Sarcoma Awareness Month plays an important role in increasing awareness and research.

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Chris O’Brien Lifehouse (COBL) will host a special exhibition of Aboriginal artworks during NAIDOC Week, following a generous donation from a private collection. The works will be on display before being placed in permanent locations throughout the hospital.

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𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐎𝐂 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 2026: 50 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐲
At COBL we acknowledge that meaningful inclusion extends beyond a week. We are committed to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, families, staff and communities.

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𝐁𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡
We encourage all eligible Australians to take part in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and speak with their GP if they notice any symptoms.

National Bowel Cancer Screening Program: https://t.co/HL7OwDaou6

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34% of donated blood in Australia is used to treat cancer and blood diseases.

Thank you for helping us deliver world-class cancer care and giving patients like Ali the strength they need throughout their cancer treatment.

Become a @lifebloodau donor: https://t.co/sbQLqqlOhp

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Today, we acknowledge the passing of Professor Richard Scolyer AO.

His legacy lives on through the lives he changed and the future he helped shape.

May he rest in peace.

Click through to read COBL’s full statement.

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Today, 17 years since the passing of Professor Chris O’Brien AO, we pause to honour his memory and the enduring legacy he continues to leave on cancer care at COBL through the care we provide, the progress we pursue and the shared purpose that unites our people every day.

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𝐃𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐭-𝐋𝐞𝐞
Join us in congratulating Dr Catherine Seet-Lee, Exercise Physiologist at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse (COBL), on the completion of her PhD through the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Medicine and Health.

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𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤
This Exercise Right Week, speak with our healthcare team to learn how movement and physical activity can support your care and wellbeing.

Read more about Exercise Right here:

#COBL #ChrisOBrienLifehouse #ChooseHope #CancerCare

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𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢n 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲
A Sydney Morning Herald article has highlighted the role of prehabilitation in cancer care, helping people prepare physically and psychologically before major treatment and surgery.

Link: https://t.co/VCkT6zhVGL

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𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤
National Reconciliation Week, from 27 May to 3 June, is an opportunity to reflect on the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, past, present and future.
#NRW26 #AllIn

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𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐜𝐚 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐢 on being awarded a @cancernsw Early Career Fellowship.
At COBL we are proud to support research and education that help shape the future of cancer care for patients across Australia.

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𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 | ‘𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫’
The incredible volunteers at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse bring our mission to life through the compassion, comfort and connection they provide across every part of our hospital.

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𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 | 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠
Today, on Clinical Trials Day, we recognise the dedication, expertise and impact of the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse.
Watch the video to hear from our CTU team!

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𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬 𝐎’𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 | 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 18 𝐌𝐚𝐲 2026
The Chris O’Brien Pharmacy, located on the ground floor of Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, will extend its trading hours to 8:30am – 7pm, Monday to Friday.

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𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤
At Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, our palliative care team supports people to live well, on their own terms, through integrated, expert care grounded in compassion, research, and continuous learning. 
#NationalPalliativeCareWeek

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This Dietitians Week acknowledge the expertise, collaboration and impact of dietitians, and the difference they make to people affected by cancer every day.

Read more:
https://t.co/C9Dk1kjTYX

#DietitiansWeek #Nutrition #HolisticCare #ChrisO’BrienLifehouse #COBL