Central Coast Haematology

21/05/2025

For our MPN patients on peginterferon here is a link to the latest update on Pegasys supplies in Australia.

Haematologist Dr Cecily Forsyth and MPN AA advocate Nathalie Cook OAM have prepared an explanatory video for patients about the current Australian Pegasys supply. The video addresses the current and future supply issues and outlines strategies for patients and their haematologists to minimise any pr...

21/04/2025

Rare Cancers Australia is conducting the first-ever Rare Cancer Experience Survey, a national initiative to better understand and quantify the lived experiences of people with cancer in Australia, with a focus on those facing rare and less common cancers.
To participate please access the survey via the QR code on the attached flyer.

24/03/2025

The Therapeutic Goods Administration Medicine Shortage Reports database states that there is an anticipated shortage of Pegasys in Australia from June to September 2025.
It is very important that all patients on Pegasys discuss with their haematologist how their MPN will be managed if Pegasys is not available in Australia for 2-3 months later this year.
Below is a link to Dr Cecily Forsyth and MPN AA team member and advocate Nathalie Cook, OAM, discussing the Pegasys shortage and management strategies patients might like to consider.

Haematologist Dr Cecily Forsyth is interviewed by MPN patient and advocate Nathalie Cook, OAM about a possible upcoming shortage of Pegasys in Australia

27/04/2024

A campaign to raise awareness about ‘cancer related fatigue’ and a digital intervention to help overcome it has been launched by the Leukaemia Foundation. The Leukaemia Foundation’s digital energy coach is part of its ‘online blood cancer support service’ designed to support the rising number of Australians impacted by blood cancer.
It provides new and existing patients access to the Leukaemia Foundation anytime and anywhere, with the ability to learn more about their symptoms and find practical steps to help them live well with blood cancer both during treatment and in the years that follow. Click the link below to access the Leukaemia Foundation's Online Blood Cancer Support Service.

The Leukaemia Foundation’s Online Blood Cancer Support Service is designed to assist patients and carers with navigating blood cancer in a personalised way.

14/02/2024

Jacqui Jagger, haematology nurse practitioner at CCH and CCLHD, is taking part in the Leukaemia Foundation's World's Greatest Shave. If you'd like to sponsor her please use the Leukaemia Foundation link by clicking on the image below.

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