bridgingthegap 12th Behavioural Research in Cancer Control Conference ‘Bridging the Gap’ between research evidence, and practice and policy CONFERENCE PROGRAM 12-15 May, 2015 Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney cancercouncil.com.au/BRCC2015 #BRCC2015 Working together to lessen the impact of cancer Collaboration We work with the community, people affected by cancer, health professionals, governments, researchers and cancer organisations; we work collaboratively to end cancers as we know them. Influencing behaviour change We are dedicated to keeping people off the cancer journey by encouraging preventative behaviours, symptom awareness and screening. Informing quality cancer care We work across the health system to ensure people diagnosed with cancer are provided equitable, evidence-based treatment and care. Using information to lead change We provide meaningful information to influence real change across the health system, with more than 40 years of cancer-related data on record. Innovation We are building research capacity and investing in the future to create the new knowledge and evidence needed to drive improved cancer outcomes and remain at the forefront of cancer control. www.cancerinstitute.org.au Contents Conference Committee 2 Abstract Reviewers 2 Welcome 3 General Information 4 Venue Maps 6 Workshops 7 Keynote Speakers 8 Program 10 Day 1 10 Day 2 12 Day 3 14 Abstracts 17 Conference Abstract Committee Reviewers Members of the 2015 BRCC Conference Scientific and The conference committee thanks the following people Advisory Committee were selected because of their for their contribution to the conference: standing in the cancer control community. They have been responsible for guiding the scientific program, reviewing Cancer Council NSW Cancer Council VIC abstract submissions, and making strategic decisions Nicci Bartley Anna Boltong regarding the conference. Irena Brozek Emily Brennan Kathy Chapman Kate Broun Verity Hodgkinson Sondra Davoren Kathy Chapman Conference Chair Angela Pearce Helen Dixon Director, Cancer Programs Division, Anita Tang Suzanne Dobbinson Cancer Council NSW Libby Topp Sarah Durkin Nicci Bartley Conference Coordinator Scott Walsberger Belinda Morley Research Project Officer, Wendy Watson Craig Sinclair Cancer Council NSW Lyndal Wellard Melanie Wakefield Kelly Williams Victoria White Ian Olver Director, Sansom Institute for Health Research, Cancer Council SA Cancer Council WA University of South Australia Monica Byrnes Emma Croager Former CEO, Cancer Council Australia Joanne Rayner Steve Pratt Terry Slevin Melanie Wakefield Director, Centre for Behavioural Cancer Council QLD Cancer Institute NSW Research in Cancer, Rebecca Lowe Sally Dunlop Cancer Council VIC Claudine Lyons Victoria White Deputy Director, Centre for University of Newcastle University of Sydney Behavioural Research in Cancer, Jamie Bryant Phyllis Butow Cancer Council VIC Billie Bonevski Becky Freeman Terry Slevin Director of Cancer Prevention & Mariko Carey Blythe O’Hara Education, Cancer Council WA Erica James Christine Paul Emma Croager Education & Research Services Amy Waller Manager, Cancer Council WA John Wiggers Joanne Aitken Head of Research and Director Luke Wolfenden Cancer Registries, Curtin University University of Wollongong Cancer Council QLD Simone Pettigrew Bridget Kelly Alana Sparrow Advocacy Manager, Cancer Council SA Claudine Lyons Manager Cancer Prevention, Cancer Institute NSW Amy Waller Research Fellow, New 3C, University of Newcastle Suppliers Cancer Council NSW – BRCC Conference Organising Team Dockside Group docksidegroup.com.au Impact AV Australia impactav.com.au Amanda Bainbridge, Katie Sheehan, Nicci Bartley and Marion Carroll. Thanks also to other staff who have made The Tea Room, QVB thetearoom.com.au contributions – including Eleonora Pelosi, Jenny Mothoneos, Sydney Jazz Collective sydneyjazzcollective.com.au Simon Wilson, Michelle Walker, Adam Barnswell, Sharyn Four Points by Sheraton fourpointssydney.com Smith, Gina Murphy, Airlie Winter-Irving, Renee Bardsley, Rebecca Green, Nikolas Maiolo – and the many volunteers Oz Harvest ozharvest.org who have donated their time over the conference event days. Box Fresh boxfresh.com.au 2 3 Welcome Cancer Council NSW is proud to host the 12th Behavioural Research in Cancer Control Conference (BRCC2015). The conference would not be possible without the support of Cancer Council Australia (through its Public Health Committee), the sponsorship of Cancer Institute NSW, the Conference Committee, the Organising Team and of course the quality submissions from cancer researchers and cancer health professionals around the country and abroad. It’s a privilege to provide a forum for the presentation of During the conference, behavioural researchers and this quality work, which will no doubt improve the collective program staff will showcase innovative and effective knowledge base about cancer control among like- methods to reduce the gap between best evidence and minded organisations, governments, health professionals, the care actually received by communities and individuals. researchers, educational institutions and individuals. We have a packed program with streams covering: advocacy, developments in cancer control, evaluation, We are lucky to have four internationally recognised Indigenous issues, psychosocial outcomes, supportive keynote speakers. We welcome: and practical care, lifestyle behaviours and interventions, prevention, early detection and cancer screening. Dr Graham Colditz, Associate Director of Prevention and Control at the Siteman To drive home the ‘Bridging the Gap’ theme, pre- Cancer Center, Washington University in conference workshops are being held on Tuesday 12 May St Louis and are designed to complement the three day conference program. Dr Colditz’ workshop on Implementation Professor Carolyn Gotay, Science will introduce a field which aims to ensure that Canadian Cancer Society Chair in knowledge and materials produced by health research Cancer Primary Prevention, genuinely enhance population health. Anita Tang’s University of British Columbia workshop, Advocacy: The missing magic will provide delegates with an in-depth view on how to bridge the Professor Phyllis Butow, Co-Director gap between research findings and public policy through of the Centre for Medical Psychology advocacy and campaigning. and Evidence-based Decision-making at the University of Sydney This is an excellent forum to network and share your ideas and expertise. We aim to make BRCC2015 as engaging as Associate Professor Gail possible so I encourage you to share links to your programs Garvey, Leader of the Division of and research by using the hashtag #BRCC2015. Don’t hold Epidemiology and Health Systems at back on asking questions and taking this opportunity to Menzies School of Health Research look at the ‘bigger picture’ of behavioural research in cancer control and where your program or research area fits in. The theme of BRCC2015 is Enjoy your stay in Sydney. ‘Bridging the Gap’ between research evidence, and Kathy Chapman Director, Cancer Programs, Cancer Council NSW practice and policy. @KathyEChapman 2 12TH BRCC CONFERENCE 2015 SYDNEY 3 General Conference Venue Registration Desk Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf (Balcony Level) The Registration Desk is located at the entrance Sydney, NSW 2000 to the Darling Room on the Balcony Level and will be open docksidegroup.com.au/venues/dockside at the following times: 1300 117 118 Tuesday 12 May 12:00pm – 5:00pm Wednesday 13 May 8:30am – 6:30pm Contact Us @ Thursday 14 May 8:00am – 6:00pm Friday 15 May 8:00am – 3:00pm The BRCC Conference Organising Team can be contacted via email: [email protected] Please see our staff at the Registration Desk for enquiries about first aid and luggage storage. For program updates please refer to the whiteboard in the registration area. Getting Here Train: The closest station to venue is Town Hall. Social Media Take the Druitt St exit and walk down the street towards Cockle Bay Wharf where you can access a footbridge. Get social and use the #BRCC2015 across Twitter, You access another footbridge via 1 Market St. Both are Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms. (approx. 10mins walk). To plan your journey via public transport, visit: transportnsw.info Abstract titles listed on the program (pages 17-93) have been condensed to 140 characters to help you share Car Parking: Wilson Parking offers the closest parking research or anything of interest in the sessions via Twitter. facilities, located in the Darling Park complex just moments When tweeting about your own presentation, don’t forget from the venue. The car park has very reasonable early bird, to add a link to your research or program so delegates can book online and after 5pm weeknight rates. Wheelchair learn more if they want to. Check out the monitor in the access available. Parking is at the delegates own expense. registration area where you can view a live stream of social For more information, visit: media using the #BRCC2015. wilsonparking.com.au/park/2076_Darling-Park We also have a LinkedIn 'group' where you can join the Taxi: Taxi rank located behind Dockside on Wheat Road. conversation, search: Behavioural Research in Cancer Control Conference 2015 Refer to the Sydney CBD map on the back inside cover of this program for points of interest close to the venue. Mobile Phones Wi-fi Please respect the comfort of other delegates and ensure your mobile phone is switched to silent Complimentary Wi-fi is provided for all delegates