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Cancer Helpline 


The Cancer Helpline is a unique service available at Royal North Shore that has been operating since 2017.

If you are a patient or carer and have concerns about treatment side-effects, please call the Cancer Helpline on 1800 965 222.

The Cancer Helpline is available Monday to Friday 8am – 4.30pm (not on public holidays) and is run by an experienced cancer nurse. 

Please call us if you have any symptoms listed below or problems that are concerning you.

  • Nausea/vomiting not relieved by medications
  • New pain or pain not relieved by medications  
  • A sore mouth/mouth ulcers 
  • Constipation or diarrhoea
  • Urinary problems
  • Skin rash
  • Feeling generally unwell


Nurse practit​ioner symptom urgent review clinic (SURC clinic)

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There is a symptom clinic available for patients within the NSCC run by a medical oncology Nurse Practitioner. The Nurse Practitioner is able to assess, diagnose and manage symptoms from cancer related treatments and problems. You may be referred to see the nurse practitioner from the Cancer Helpline.

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Chemo educational videos

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Watch our information videos on what to expect with chemotherapy and radiotherapy, managing side effects, fatigue, fertility and intimacy.​​​
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Introduction


On your treatment day


Chemo and how it works





Nutrition talks videos

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This collection of videos provides you with information and advice on tackling some common side effects of cancer treatment such as taste changes, fatigue and loss of appetite.

Good nutrition is important during cancer treatment and recovery to ensure your body is getting the nourishment it needs.​​

Introduction


Nutrition Talks - Constipation


Nutrition Talks - Mouth Pain and Dry Mouth



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​Questions to ask your doctor​​
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When diagnosed with cancer, it's common to feel overwhelmed and forget questions to ask the doctor. The Cancer Council offers a list of suggested questions for you or your carer to ask at appointments.

These can help you be more involved in your care.



Use​ful resources​​

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health
​External LinkAboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health Service

Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) support
​External LinkMulticultural health service

Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) carers
​External LinkServices that provide support and information to CALD carers​

Recipes, diet and swallowing information (English version)

Recipes - English

​PDF iconSoft Sweet and Savoury Recipe book - English

Recipes, diet and swallowing information (Korean version)

Recipes - Korean​​

PDF iconSoft Sweet and Savoury Recipe book - Korean


Nutrition - Korean

PDF iconNS11942Q-KOR-E_Nourishing ​​Drinks recipes.pdf
PDF iconNS11942R-KOR-E_Build your own congee.pdf
PDF iconNS11942S-KOR-E_Nutrition during H&N radiotherapy.pdf
PDF iconNS11942T-KOR-E_Nutrition_Oesophageal Cancer.pdf​


Speech and Swallowing - Korean​​

PDF icon60870 NSCC Speech Pathology Poster Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750A-E - Swallowing during CRT Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750B-E - Tracheostomy Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750C-E - Oral Intake after RT Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750D-E - Speech and Swallowing After Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750-E - What to do after CRT Korean Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750E-E - Decision Making in Chronic Dysphagia Korean Web.pdf

Recipes, diet and swallowing information (Simplified Chinese version)
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Recipes - Simplified Chinese​​

PDF iconSoft Sweet and Savoury Recipe book - Simplified Chinese


Nutrition - Simplified Chinese​

PDF iconNS11942Q-CHS-E_Nourishing Drinks recipes.pdf
PDF iconNS11942R-CHS-E_Build your own congee.pdf
PDF iconNS11942S-CHS-E_Nutrition during H&N radiotherapy.pdf
PDF iconNS11942T-CHS-E_Nutrition_Oesophageal Cancer.pdf

Speech and Swallowing - Simplified Chinese

PDF icon60870 NSCC Speech Pathology Poster Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750A-E - Swallowing during CRT Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750B-E - Tracheostomy Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750C-E - Oral Intake after RT Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750-E - What to do after CRT Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750D-E - Speech and Swallowing After Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer Simplified Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750E-E - Decision Making in Chronic Dysphagia Simplified Chinese Web.pdf

Recipes, diet and swallowing information (Traditional Chinese version)

Recipes - Traditional Chinese​​

PDF iconSoft Sweet and Savoury Recipe book - Traditional Chinese​


Nutrition - Traditional Chinese​

PDF iconNS11942Q-CHT-E_Nourishing Drinks recipes.pdf
PDF iconNS11942R-CHT-E_Build your own congee.pdf
PDF iconNS11942S-CHT-E_Nutrition during H&N radiotherapy.pdf
PDF iconNS11942T-CHT-E_Nutrition_Oesophageal Cancer.pdf​


Speech and Swallowing - Traditional Chinese​

PDF icon60870 NSCC Speech Pathology Poster Traditional Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750A-E - Swallowing during CRT Traditional Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750B-E - Tracheostomy Traditional Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750D-E - Speech and Swallowing After Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer Traditional Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750-E - What to do after CRT Traditional Chinese Web.pdf
PDF iconNS12750E-E - Decision Making in Chronic Dysphagia Traditional Chinese Web.pdf

Patient information
External Link​Questions to ask your doctor.

Carer information​
​ChevronCancer Council NSW podcast: External LinkCancer affects the carer too
ChevronAustralian Cancer Survivorship Centre (ACSC) factsheet: External LinkCaring for a cancer survivor: tips for coping 
Chevron Carers GatewayExternal Link: Providing practical information, free counselling and coaching services by phone and helps connect you to services and support you need. 
​ChevronCarers CouchExternal Link: Through the Carers Couch app and 24/7 virtual care coordination, carers have access to health experts and services.​​