Dennis, Hoppers Crossing VIC

Apart from my wife having worked at the Cancer Council, and saying they were a great bunch of people to work with.

I believe that people need to put their hand up and assist where ever possible to better understand and help find a cure for cancer.

With both parents and a brother diagnosed with cancer and my unique health issues I wanted to assist in anyway possible.

Carole, Melbourne VIC

In early 2011 our family was dealt a blow, my brother in law was diagnosed with lung cancer with secondary brain cancer and underwent treatment. No one knew what to do, we were shattered.

Forward to late 2011. A further 3 members of my family were diagnosed.

Why did I join this study? Our story is why. Everyone's story is why. Maybe one day my little part in this study can help make a difference and we will be closer to the successful treatment of cancer.

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Peter, Elwood VIC

Like most people my age, I have a number of friends and family who have been affected by one of the many forms of cancer. My mother survived breast cancer, a close friend recently died after seven years battling multiple myeloma. Involvement in studies and donating helps to reduce the impact of cancer on those affected by it.

For me, participating in the ABC study is an easy way to help others. When the call came out for study participants I thought "why not?".

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