COUCH is an Action Group that was formed by Charles and Pip Woodward at a public meeting they organised on 4th September, 2006. This meeting was called after cancer sufferer, Liz Plummer highlighted in an interview with the Cairns Post newspaper the inadequate oncology services available in Cairns. The lack of these services cause unnecessary pain and suffering by having to travel to Townsville or Brisbane for treatment. Since COUCH was formed in 2006, the groundswell of public support has been overwhelm.

Being part of a clinical trial has given me hope, but they are not always available to those who might benefit from them. Fundraising for trials will give more people a fighting chance. Icon Cancer Foundation is dedicated to improving patient access to medication through clinical trials. We do this in combination with fundraising to provide patient programs and doctor or nurse initiated trials that support best patient care.

One team from diagnosis to chemotherapy compounding, pharmacy support and treatment. Dedicated to our patients and their wellbeing. Committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. As the Group CEO, and a highly-regarded radiation therapist, Mark knows the impact of cancer on patients, family and society and is passionate about world-class healthcare.