Everyone affected by blood cancer deserves A Fair Go – how the Leukaemia Foundation is tackling inequity this Blood Cancer Month

Dear Editor,  

With one in twelve Australians estimated to be diagnosed with blood cancer in their lifetime, and awareness of the disease low, the Leukaemia Foundation is launching its new campaign, A Fair Go, during Blood Cancer Month (September).  

A Fair Go aims to address the fear and uncertainty around blood cancer to ensure every Australian, regardless of who they are, has the knowledge, resources, and support they need to face blood cancer head on.  

New data has found that seven in ten Australians are living in fear that where they live, their age, gender, sexual orientation, income, or language used at home, will impact their treatment and chances of surviving cancer, if diagnosed.  

We also know that those living regionally, First Nations peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals are among those who can face significant barriers in getting a timely cancer diagnosis or receiving the best available treatment and supportive care. 

The Leukaemia Foundation believes that every Australian with blood cancer deserves a fair go when it comes to treatment and care, and we’re committed to tackling the issue of inequity and advocating for all Australians affected by the disease.  

During Blood Cancer Month this September, the Leukaemia Foundation encourages all Australians impacted by blood cancer, and those interested in finding out more, to go to bloodcancer.org.au.    

Chris Tanti,  

Leukaemia Foundation CEO