Calls to End Cancer Treatment Inequality in Perth's East
Over 1,800 individuals have signed a petition demanding equal access to cancer treatment services in Perth’s eastern suburbs. Currently, this area lacks a public radiation oncology service, forcing patients to seek care elsewhere.
Petition Highlights
The petition emphasizes the urgent need to eliminate the 'postcode lottery' that determines patients' access to crucial cancer therapies based on their location.
"More than 1800 people have signed a petition calling for equal access to cancer treatment in Perth’s east, where there is no local public radiation oncology service."
Impact on Patients
The absence of a nearby radiation oncology unit means residents must travel long distances for treatment, adding financial and emotional stress during already difficult times.
Community Response
- Strong public support for establishing local cancer treatment facilities.
- Calls for health authorities to address the geographic disparity.
Author’s summary: The petition reflects widespread concern about unequal cancer treatment access in Perth’s east, urging healthcare providers to close the service gap and improve regional equity.