What’s News?
April 2008: Healthy young female volunteers needed for a Clinical Trial to help prevent cervical cancer!
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a common infection that is often undiagnosed. By helping prevent infection with
HPV, the risk of developing cervical cancer may be reduced.
The Keogh Institute for Medical Research is inviting healthy young women to enrol in a trial which is
investigating a new vaccine to help prevent infection with certain types of HPV.
You could be eligible to participate if:-
• you are a healthy young woman aged 18-26
• have no history of gynaecological problems and
• are able to make about 12 visits to
The Keogh Institute over a 36 month period
Interested? Download flyer for more details here
March 2008: GAIN is looking for a new Chairperson!
After nearly 6 years at the helm, our current Chair is stepping down and GAIN is looking for someone to fill her shoes!
GAIN is a not for profit, incorporated association driving education and awareness about the importance of gynaecological health.
GAIN is entering into an exciting phase, as we look to move forward into new directions and further develop our National Gynaecological Awareness Day into an international celebration!
The Chairperson plays a pivotal role in the organisation and is ably supported by a very dedicated and experienced committee of six women. GAIN has been growing from strength to strength in recent years and has a well developed implementation plan in place. The Chair will be instrumental in leading the organisation to achieve its goals in 2008 and beyond.
If you feel you have the passion, commitment and experience that will suit GAIN, please read the position description (click here) and contact the current Chair, Natalie Jenkins at GAIN on (08) 9340 1670 to discuss your interest.
March 2007: NEW CONTRACEPTIVE RING! - Once a month, no fuss.......
This is a breakthrough in contraception. The new NuvaRing is inserted into the vagina and removed at day 21 for your normal menstration. It's simple, comfortable and 99% preventative! Learn more
Feb 2007: NEW CENTRE TO COMBAT WOMEN’S CANCER
Some great news, following the Senate Inquiry of last year. The government accepted the final 
recommendations from the Senate and $1 million has been allocated toward a National Gynae Cancer Centre!
This is wonderful news and I'd like to thank all of you who supported GAIN’s submission and sent info out far and wide.The full government response is attached below in the links .
Congratulations to everybody!
Natalie Jenkins
CHAIR - Gynaecological Awareness Information Network (GAIN) Inc
Media Release Govt Response
Oct 2006: CALL FOR ACTION!
Break the Silence: Supporting gynaecological cancer survival, research and diagnosis in Australia
On 19 October 2006 a Senate report entitled “Breaking the Silence: a National Voice for Gynaecological Cancer” was released. This report is the outcome of the first national Government inquiry into the needs of the gynaecological cancer sector which has very high mortality rates and is under funded.
In order for the recommendations to be translated into reality we need the Government to support the recommendations and allocate adequate funding as a matter of priority in women’s health.
For this to happen – we need you to help us take action - find out how
Sept 2006: New On-line Support Group
The new on-line support group is a joint initiative of GAIN and the Cancer Council WA to be launched later this month. The service is for women with and affected by gynaecological cancers. Staffed by the Cancer Council nurses, the support service will be run monthly to begin with the intent of becoming more frequent as users subscribe.
Oct 2006: GAIN’s Founder takes a well earned break……………
Kath Mazzella , founder after 10 long years of driving GAIN, takes a well earned break from her official duties on the committee.
Having successfully spread the word and broken down the taboos of talking about gynaecological health, Kath moves on to help others achieve what it took her years to do.
Whilst Kath will leave the committee she will still play a major role in the ongoing work of GAIN. We commend Kath for the hard work she has put in to this very important role that she has played in our community and wish her all the best with her new endeavours.
Kath will step down after the AGM on September 26th 2006.