Information for cancer survivors and their carers
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Understanding lymphoedema fact sheet, Cancer Council
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Lymphoedema: What you need to know booklet, Cancer Australia
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Lymphoedema treatment and management website, Cancer Council
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Lymphoedema: Information session online seminar, Counterpart
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State-based support groups, Australasian Lymphology Association
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Lymphoedema website and videos MacMillan Cancer (UK)
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Exercise and lymphoedema website and videos, Cancer Research UK
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For people with lymphoedema website, American Cancer Society (US)
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For people at risk of lymphoedema website, American Cancer Society (US)
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Review of research evidence on secondary lymphoedema: Incidence, prevention risk factors and management, Cancer Australia report (2008)
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The management of secondary lymphoedema – a guide for health professionals fact sheet, Cancer Australia
Clinical services at Peter Mac Parkville campus
The following services are available to patients of our Parkville campus. Please speak with your oncology team if you are receiving treatment elsewhere. This is because you may have different clinical service options.
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The Wellbeing Centre: The Wellbeing Centre is on Level 1 of the Peter Mac Parkville building. It is a gathering place for patients, their families and carers. It offers a variety of programs, services and education opportunities.
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Physiotherapy services: Physiotherapists and exercise physiologists can help with mobility and physical function. They can help before, during and after cancer treatment.
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Optimisation clinic: This multidisciplinary outpatient clinic is for cancer survivors with complex needs. Services include a dietitian, psychologist, physiotherapist, and occupational therapist. Speak to your treating team to be referred to this clinic.
Other clinical services in the Parkville precinct
Peter Mac are also part of the Parkville precinct. The precinct includes the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Royal Women’s Hospital. Please speak with your oncology team if you are being treated elsewhere. You may have different clinical service options. Please email