Branching Out Newsletter – Issue 10
A Word from…
Matthew Geracitano, General Manager
Another year is drawing to a close and what an exciting year it has been! I have been so very fortunate to visit many of your towns and communities, Gina and I have been made to feel so very welcome and it has been a wonderful experience to meet so many of our dedicated members and volunteers. I cannot wait to get out on the road again next year and visit those towns I have not been able to get to this year… Read more
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Compared to those in metropolitan areas, rural cancer patients are diagnosed later, are more likely to die and seventeen times more likely to report geographical and financial barriers to care. Distance matters – it creates inequitable access to best treatment options. Can Assist is a registered Charity that provides cancer assistance for country NSW through financial assistance, practical support and raising awareness.