Cancer care backed by research
Take back control with our ever-growing set of vibrant classes, workshops and events
Regain the power in your health journey
Providing wraparound cancer services since 2019
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What is available
1960
people in FNQ
That’s how many, on average, are diagnosed with cancer every year.
The most common cancers in FNQ are prostate, breast, colorectal, lung and melanoma.
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The permanent damage to my bones was devastating … COUCH helped me get out of the wheelchair.
There’s nothing too hard for them to do.
We're with you
Experts to guide the way
6000+
Episodes of care
Delivered to those living in the Far North in the past year alone.
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“The doctors and nurses at Cairns Hospital saved my life, but
COUCH has given me my life back.”
Where to find help
Dedication and excellence in tropical haven
COUCH Cancer Hub NQ is dedicated to supporting people impacted by cancer and improving quality of life.
Clients at COUCH can access a range of vital, evidence-based services such as cancer-care nurse support, personalised exercise and gym classes, oncology and lymphoedema massage and educational and therapeutic workshops, as well as a GP and dietetics.
COUCH makes navigating the complex health system easier while fostering social connection in a safe and caring environment.