“The relief is palpable”: grassroots cancer support network applauds IPTAAS changes
Rebates to ease NSW rural patients’ burden
More than $140 million in NSW budget for regions to help with travel for medical care
The state government is set to almost double the rebates for people in regional areas who need to travel for medical treatment.
Can Assist executive director Emma Phillips and president Vicki Meyer with Member for Wagga Wagga Joe McGirr at the Livestock, Bulk & Rural Carriers Association conference.
The federal government promised $63 million during the 2019 election campaign for radiotherapy centres in 13 locations across regional Australia, described at the time as “a significant win for local cancer patients”. But many of the projects have not progressed.
An increase in travel and accommodation rebates for patients travelling long distances for treatment “can’t come soon enough.” Emma Phillips Executive Director, Can Assist
Rural and remote Australians with cancer and other chronic conditions missing out on treatment due to inadequate travel subsidy schemes.
The Novartis Wellness Day 2022 is a reminder to #getchecked for cancer. Can Assist proudly supports this initiative and encourages it’s community to make their appointment to #getchecked.
Notice of Can Assist’s Annual General Meeting.
November 25th, 2021 at 2pm via Teams.
