What this means for the people of South Australia
Fewer people developing cancer, earlier diagnosis, and fairer access to prevention and screening, no matter where people live.
Why this work matters
Up to one in three cancers are preventable, yet access to cancer screening and prevention is not equal across South Australia.
Participation is lower among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, those on lower incomes, and people living in regional and remote areas. These gaps lead to later diagnosis and poorer outcomes that can often be avoided.
The role of the South Australian Comprehensive Cancer Network (SACCaN)
SACCaN is strengthening cancer prevention across the state by bringing partners together, building workforce capability and supporting practical, system level improvements that make prevention easier to deliver and access.
Strategic partnerships with Cancer Council SA build on existing investments to maximise impact and avoid duplication.
Who we are working with
This work is delivered in partnership with Cancer Council SA, as well as:
- prevention leaders across South Australia, including Preventive Health SA
- primary health care and general practice
- Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations
- community organisations supporting priority populations.
What's happening now
SACCaN and Cancer Council SA are supporting practical prevention initiatives by:
- Delivering education and training to strengthen prevention capability among priority health professionals.
- Improving digital systems to support GP engagement with the National Cancer Screening Register.
- Building community awareness and engagement to improve screening uptake for priority populations.