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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 9 MIN

How to overcome the challenges facing Rare Cancers in Australia – with Christine Cockburn

from Health in Focus with Dr Katharine Bassett · host Matthew Versi

For thousands of Australians diagnosed with a rare or less common cancer, the journey can be longer, lonelier, and far more uncertain. From delayed diagnoses to limited treatment options, patients often face additional hurdles — and in many cases, must turn to crowdfunding to access the care they need.In this episode of Health in Focus, Christine Cockburn, CEO of Rare Cancers Australia, discusses the challenges facing patients, the promise of precision medicine, and why rare cancers remain under the radar despite making up more than a quarter of all cancer diagnoses.📥 JOIN Amplieo+ on Substack for early access to episodes, exclusive videos, and bonus content: https://amplieo.substack.comLEARN more about Amplieo: https://www.amplieo.com📲 FOLLOW Amplieo on socialsLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/amplieoInstagram: https://instagram.com/amplieoYouTube: https://youtube.com/@amplieo Get full access to Amplieo at amplieo.substack.com/subscribe

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