Blood cancer treatment options

Learn more about chemotherapy, clinical trials, stem cell transplants, and other blood cancer treatments in Australia.

You can also find information about chemotherapy and radiotherapy that’s specific to your blood cancer diagnosis in our Types of blood cancer section.

Chemotherapy

A common treatment for many blood cancers, chemo can be given in a variety of ways.

Stem cell transplants

Also known as bone marrow transplants, they’re used to treat a range of blood cancers and disorders.

Clinical trials

Blood cancer clinical trials could give you access to potentially life-saving treatments.

Other therapies (biological and targeted)

Targeting treatments may reduce some chemo side effects; while biological therapies work with your immune system.

Supportive care

This aims to improve your quality of life.

Drug availability in Australia information

Plus information about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

Last updated on May 24th, 2024

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