BCNA's online network is an active online peer-to-peer support community, providing people affected by breast cancer with a safe space to connect with others, share stories or ask for advice
Have you recently been diagnosed with breast cancer? Share your story, find more information and support here.
BCNA’s Online Network is a safe place to discuss how COVID-19 may be impacting you and to draw on the support of BCNA’s online community members. Another resource is our COVID-19 Podcast Series which can be found in BCNA’s My Journey Online Tool.
Want to share with others the highs and lows of survivorship? Post here about the ongoing emotional, physical, practical and social challenges of survivorship (and the good bits too!)
Community Moderator Messages. Want some information on how to get stated on BCNA's online community? You can find here the 'Community Guidelines' which explain the expectations and responsibilities of members and the role of moderators and 'Navigating the Online Community' which assists members with the practicalities of getting started on line and posting. Happy posting!
Share your experiences about living with metastatic breast cancer. Please note, this discussion will be in the main discussion forum. To join the private ‘Living with metastatic breast cancer’ group, go to the Group tab above, choose 'Living with metastatic breast cancer' group, click join.
This space is on coping with difficult emotions, recovery, sex, fertility, getting active and feeling well.
Inspiration, motivation, movies, gardening, hobbies, furry friends – this is the place to talk about life in general. Includes Creative Corner & Night Howls.
A space for partners, family, and friends to connect. Share tips on supporting a loved one and seek support for your own wellbeing.
News and updates from BCNA and its members. Find out what's happenning at BCNA and in your area. Groups can announce their events here.
New to the community? Start here. Introduce yourself, find new members, information about how the online network works and give us suggestions on how to make it better. Post here if it doesn't belong anywhere else.
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After 25 years of advocacy by BCNA, people with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) have finally been counted — at least in New South Wales. In a data breakthrough that far surpasses previous estimates, the Cancer Institute NSW has identified there are 7900 (7850 women and 50 men) living with MBC in NSW alone. This world-first…
Major debunking of one of Elle McPherson’s ‘medical advisors’ on the 7.30 Report tonight. Emphasises the importance of knowing real qualifications rather than the hype. Or the vibe!
Hello, I have heard a lot about skin changes and fatigue with radiotherapy but not much has been said about breast pain. I have only had 5 sessions, and I am having strange pains in the treated side - mostly at night. Looking for your experiences and of course will speak to my specialist. Thanks
Hi all, I have just found out that my hospital (Monash) doesn’t offer the cold cap for chemo. The breast care nurse I spoke to was very disparaging of them, saying there was no evidence they worked, which surprises me as they seem relatively common in better hospitals. She said the only option was to BYO frozen caps in an…
For anyone who wants to know more about why Elle may have decided not to have chemotherapy. https://theconversation.com/elle-macphersons-breast-cancer-when-the-media-reports-on-celebrity-cancer-are-we-really-getting-the-whole-story-238231
Hi all I am two weeks post left nipple saving mastectomy on left with implant reconstruction. Pathology after surgery found cancer in lymph nodes so I had a lymph clearance one week ago. I have found the recovery from the lymph surgery so much more painful and my drain site seems to be where the pain is coming from. The…
Hello, I’m new the group and haven’t shared my story yet. It’s taken me a little while to be able to read some of your stories and not have ‘freak out’ moments. Thank you to all of you for sharing your stories. It is important to see the full gamut of what is happening and what is to come. In my initial moments I was…
With October being breast cancer awareness month, we wanted to share updates with you throughout! So simply scroll down this post to see updates within the comments! Breast Cancer Awareness Month starts today, and it’s the perfect time to get together with your community to support Australians affected by breast cancer. We…
Thankyou to everyone who has recently join our community: @tracyk @LuLua @Darby @Strawbz @Leslie_A @yharding @CarrieB @Aries @amch @Ally_B @sandrar @Maxiash @Birdsworth @wynette @Newgrandma @mamal @Shazzi @chersher @TiffyM @npolmans @Grid @elas1620 @Caithness @syrettmanda @ReggieO @anaprivado @SusieQuzie @HRM @SarahS0309…
Hello everyone, Following on from the amazing birthday list that was started by @socoda, thank you very much! Im calling out to all our members to let us know your birthday. We love an online celebration and on the day you will receive a virtual birthday cake that we can all share! No need to include the year you were born…
We have some amazing news to share with our network today, following an announcement this morning from the Australian Government. People living with HER2-low metastatic breast cancer will, from 1 September 2024, have access to the life-prolonging drug Enhertu (trastuzumab deruxtecan) through the Pharmaceutical Benefits…
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