Behavioural Sciences Unit

27/11/2023

Have you been affected by childhood cancer?

Are you, or your child, currently 8-21-years-old?

Would you like exercise and healthy eating guidance?

We have just launched "Making Moves” - an 8-week online physical activity program for young people affected by cancer. Making Moves is designed by young people who have had cancer, their parents, and healthcare professionals.

You can take part from the comfort of your home; you do NOT need to visit a hospital!

Watch the video to learn more about Making Moves from Accredited Exercise Physiologist Dr Lauren Ha!

If you are interested in being involved in Making Moves:

Visit our program website👉 https://www.mmprogram.online/ OR

Email us👉 makingmoves@unsw.edu.au

Check out our blog👉 Making Moves: a new online physical activity program for young people affected by cancer: https://www.behaviouralsciencesunit.org/blog/making-moves-a-new-online-physical-activity-program-for-young-people-affected-by-cancer

04/09/2023

🎗September is 🎗

Did you know that every year in Australia more than 1000 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer? It's a sobering reality, but together, we can make a difference.

🌟 This month, let's raise our voices and shine a light on this devastating disease 🌟

🎗 Show your support by wearing a gold ribbon, the symbol of childhood cancer awareness.

🕯️ Light up your social media with gold ribbons, and let's make sure childhood cancer is a topic that can't be ignored.

💻Visit our website and read about our research: https://www.behaviouralsciencesunit.org/

Let's stand together and make a positive impact on the lives of these incredible children and their families. 💪💛



Let's make a difference! 💪🎗️

19/04/2022

Fully-funded PhD opportunity, starts August 2022. Join our world-leading research team in paediatric precision medicine. Apply now! Find out more here: https://tinyurl.com/ypyvrvrv 🎓📚

20/02/2022

The BSU was so honoured to join today to remember this very special girl and to raise awareness about Neuroblastoma in the community. Please donate if you can! 🎗

10/01/2022

Fully-funded PhD opportunity, starts April 2022. Join our world-leading research team in precision medicine. Apply now!

02/12/2021

Together with The Kids' Cancer Project , our team are helping families to kickstart healthier eating habits after cancer treatment.

Read the latest article by our funders at The Kids Cancer Project to learn more!

Research update | Reboot KidsPage Information

08/09/2021

It's R U OK Day, this year the message is:

Are they really OK? Ask them today.

Life's ups and downs happen to all of us. So chances are someone you know might be struggling. Your genuine support can make a difference whatever they are facing, big or small.

So, don’t wait until someone’s visibly distressed or in crisis. Make a moment meaningful and ask them how they’re really going. Your conversation could change a life

Visit the website for resources: https://www.ruok.org.au/

31/08/2021

September is 🎗

Today we post a gold ribbon to honour all the children and their families who have been affected by cancer 🎗

20/08/2021

*K2A Priority Setting Exercise*

Researchers at the WA Child and Adolescent Health Service and the Telethon Kids Institute are conducting a project to identify the most important questions for research in childhood chronic illness. Participants will be asked to complete a brief online survey to help us rank research priorities.

We are looking for:
• Young people with a chronic condition or disability (14-24)
• Parents/caregivers of children & young people (0-24) with a chronic condition or disability
• Professionals working with children & young people with chronic conditions or disabilities

Follow the link to participate:
https://redcap.link/chronicconditions.prioritysetting.stage2

05/08/2021

Sadly, cancer is the most common cause of death for kids in Australia. Many that survive will have chronic health problems from their treatments.

The Kids' Cancer Project are providing a way YOU can help. Run, walk or roll 90km’s in September with The Better Challenge and raise essential funds for kids’ cancer research 💛🔬

Sign up today: https://www.betterchallenge.org.au

04/08/2021

So so proud of all of our colleagues at Sydney Children’s Hospital, working together and adding some fun at the same time during the Sydney lockdown!