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Treatments for Breast Cancer - Options and Considerations Virtual Conference Thursday July 15 2021
Hello everyone, Join Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) for insight into the latest treatments for breast cancer, as well as for a glimpse into the pioneering research shaping the future of how we treat the disease. This virtual conference is a must-join for people wanting to know about what treatments are available, what treatments are on the horizon and the options and considerations that might impact your own experience, including managing side effects. Renowned international guest speaker, Medical Oncologist and Director of the Breast Oncology Center at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in the United States Dr Eric Winer will deliver a session on ‘new frontiers’ – what the future of breast cancer treatment holds. The conference will be held online on Thursday July 15 6:00pm – 9:00pm and will provide information relevant to patients with both early breast cancer and metastatic disease, delivered by a panel of national experts. The program includes breakout sessions which will provide opportunities for attendees with different needs to access information relevant to their diagnosis and situation, as well as connect with others going through a similar experience. Breakout session options include lymphoedema, genetics and family history, supportive care for metastatic breast cancer and long-term side effects of breast cancer treatment. The conference will also address the important role of your GP in follow-up care. Register for the conference by clicking here. Event Details Date: Thursday, July 15 Time: 6.00pm – 9.00pm AEST Where: Online – from your computer, tablet, or laptop Your Local Time: WA: 4.00pm NT, SA: 5.30pm QLD, ACT, NSW, TAS, VIC: 6.00pmRe: Webcast: Fertility and breast cancer, knowing your options. Tuesday 8 June 2021
Hello everyone, See link below to view the Fertility and breast cancer webcast. If you have not registered, you will need to register prior to viewing the webcast. https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/79a802.html kind regards GiovannaWebcast: Fertility and breast cancer, knowing your options. Tuesday 8 June 2021
Hello everyone, Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Australian women. While breast cancer is most common in women over the age of 50 years, approximately 1,988 of the 20,825 Australians diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 will be premenopausal women aged between 20 and 44 years of age. Breast cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and hormone-blocking therapy, can impact the fertility of premenopausal/young women diagnosed with breast cancer. If fertility preservation is important to you, there are a range of options available to you. Because of the potential impact of breast cancer treatment on women’s fertility, it is essential that all premenopausal women receive up-to-date, evidence-based information about their fertility preservation options before treatment begins so that you can make decisions about treatment and fertility that reflect your preferences, needs and values. Register here. In this free webcast you’ll hear from Lee McCarron, who was affected by breast cancer, and will discuss her fertility journey as well as from breast cancer specialist Dr Rachael Rodgers and Family Therapist Marianne Tome. This webcast will provide you - premenopausal women affected by early breast cancer - with timely, evidence-based information about the current fertility preservation options available, while encouraging a greater awareness of best practice care for breast cancer ensuring you are involved in shared decision-making regarding your treatment and care. Event Details Date: Tuesday, June 8 Time: 7.00pm AEST Where: Online – from your computer, tablet, or laptop Your Local Time: WA: 5.00pm NT, SA: 6.30pm QLD, ACT, NSW, TAS, VIC: 7.00pmMen diagnosed with breast cancer
Hello everyone, BCNA are keen to connect with any men currently members of our online community who have been diagnosed with early or metastatic breast cancer. We would like to hear from you, as we plan to start some discussions regarding the current issues facing men with breast cancer and their families. If you have some time and are interested in being involved, and connecting with other men who have been diagnosed, please email Anna with your contact details. The meeting will be held at BCNA with the option of attending via zoom. We look forward to hearing from you. For further information and to reply please email – [email protected] Thanking you Regards GiovannaCommunity Update 3 May 2021
Hello everyone, Welcome to our community update. Breast Cancer Network Australia recently held the ‘Living the best life you can with breast cancer’, virtual conference. We would like to thank those who joined the online event. The on-demand video is now available for viewing. Please register or login to view the webcast here. Community highlights Every week we have lots of great discussions within the online network, here are some that you may have missed. 1. One year since the diagnosis feeling strong and well commenced by @Cath62 great to hear you are feeling strong and well. 2. Is my chemo working? Commenced by @heathfield so good to hear you are feeling part of this amazing community. 3. What pets do you have? Love those pooches @Halla! Community News My Journey Symptom Tracker & APP Since we launched the My Journey online tool in 2018, we’ve heard from many members who have told us that a symptom tracker, as well as the ability to download the resource as an app, would add real value to My Journey. We’re delighted to announce that we’ve responded to your feedback, and have introduced to My Journey both an in-built symptom tracker and downloadable app. Read more To all our community members, I wanted to take this opportunity to let you all know that I will be leaving BCNA in the next couple of weeks. It has been an amazing 3 and half years and I thank you all for allowing me to be part of such an amazing community and to share in your experiences. Wishing you well, take care of you, kind regards Giovanna. If you have any concerns while online, please contact one of the moderators - @Jenny_BCNA, @Carissa_BCNA, @Sandra_BCNA, or @Anna_BCNA. If you need to speak with someone regarding your concern, please call 1800 500 258 Monday to Friday 9 am till 5 pm. Alternatively you can email [email protected] This week’s reflective quote ‘There can be no greater gift than that of giving one’s time and energy to help others without expecting anything in return.’ - Nelson Mandela Have a great week everyone, The mod team Carissa, Jenny, Sandra, Anna, Pat & MichelleRe: University says women should be advised of their Breast Density!!
Hello everyone, Please see information on BCNA's website regarding breast density. https://www.bcna.org.au/breast-health-awareness/mammographic-density-and-screening/ BCNA are calling on the following areas of reform for women with dense breasts: Extension of the WA BreastScreen program that advises all women with dense breasts that their screening mammogram is less sensitive to cancers and they should therefore be vigilant in looking for breast changes and speak to their GP if they would like further information on additional screening options such as breast ultrasound, tomosynthesis or breast MRI. Improved Medicare rebates for women with dense breasts who need additional screening options such as breast MRI in order to reduce out-of-pocket costs associated with breast cancer surveillance. Greater funding investment into automated programs that can better determine a woman’s levels of breast density to better assist her to make informed decisions based upon her individual risk. Development of clinical practice guidelines for the management of breast density so that women can be better informed of what their risk of breast cancer is and how they can best screen for breast cancer. Greater research into links between breast density and breast cancer risk.BCNA's breast reconstruction project - Share your views
BCNA's breast reconstruction project - Share your views BCNA wants to make a difference to breast reconstruction in Australia. We have developed a survey to better understand members’ experiences of breast reconstruction, including issues around access, waiting times, the financial impact of reconstruction and the recent impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions on elective surgery which occurred in 2020. You do not have to have undergone a breast reconstruction to take the survey. But you do need to have considered having a mastectomy (either as part of your breast cancer treatment, or as a way to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer). You can take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BCNARecon. The survey should take about 15-20 minutes. Your survey answers will be kept confidential. Only de-identified findings will be reported. We may include comments you make in a report, however, we will not identify you by name. If you have any questions, comments or concerns about this survey, please contact the BCNA Policy Team on [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your help. Warm regards, BCNA's Policy Team
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Christianity & breast cancer
This group offers a welcoming place to share how your Christian faith supports you through the breast cancer journey. Connect with others who find comfort and strength in Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Whether you're seeking encouragement, community, or a place to explore spiritual resilience, you're warmly invited to join in fellowship and support. Prayers and Bible study are welcome.
