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In admiration and tribute to one of our community champions - Amber Whalan.
1 MIN READ In admiration and tribute to one of our community champions - Amber Whalan. Mum to Ollie (14), Hazel (12) and Chase (10), a loved daughter, sister, friend and mad Dee’s supporter. Amber died yesterda...
Christina_BCNA
4 hours ago
support
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Do you have ILC? Excellent info in this link & consider joining the ILC Private Group
Even if you have ILC & aren't in the ILC Private Group (and I'd recommend you join, as targeted information is posted there for members) this is an article that, if you have ILC, I believe you should...
arpie
2 days ago
ilc
Mets
progression
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Do you have to travel 1hr+ to your appointments/treatments/surgery?
Hi guys If you live in Rural/Regional or Remote areas of Australia and regularly have to travel at least 50-100k each way (depending on which state you live in) to attend your Doctor, specialist, s...
arpie
3 days ago
travel and transport
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Have you always wondered, how do I self-check?
WHEN DID YOU LAST FEEL YOURSELF? It’s a question that could change everything. HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF? Every woman’s body is unique but knowing what’s normal for you is what matters most...
Christina_BCNA
6 days ago
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Have you always wondered, how do I self-check?
1 MIN READ WHEN DID YOU LAST FEEL YOURSELF? It’s a question that could change everything. HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF? Every woman’s body is unique but knowing what’s normal for you is what matters most...
Christina_BCNA
6 days ago
awareness
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Too Fat for flap breast reconstruction
Hi all just wanted to make people aware that after having a double mastectomy I was told I am To Fat/ overweight to have flap reconstruction despite having gastric sleeve, optifast mounjaro their ex...
kimhangodi
6 days ago
coping
post surgery
treatment decisions
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⭐A special story about Choosing to Stay Flat
Today’s inspiring story comes from one of our very own members here on the Online Network. “I’m 14 weeks post-op, and I’m really happy with my choice.” - Audrey After her bilateral mastectomy...
Christina_BCNA
8 days ago
breast reconstruction
flat closure
mastectomy
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The Whole Person - the 'other' effects of breast cancer
When people hear "breast cancer", they often think of treatment plans and hospital visits. But the impact also shows up in the quieter, more personal corners of life that don’t get talked about as mu...
Christina_BCNA
10 days ago
emotions
financial-pressures
intimacy
lost-libido
menopause
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The Whole Person - the 'other' effects of breast cancer
When people hear "breast cancer", they often think of treatment plans and hospital visits. But the impact also shows up in the quieter, more personal corners of life that don’t get talked about as mu...
Christina_BCNA
10 days ago
emotions
financial-pressures
intimacy
lost-libido
menopause
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Perth Breast Reconstruction Support Group Lunch /Fundraiser for BCCWA
You are welcome to join us on Saturday 25th October from 12:30pm at the Herdsman Lake Tavern in Wembley (private function room) where we chat about everything to do with breast reconstruction. It’s v...
Leone88
10 days ago
breast-reconstruction
diep
implants
Reconstruction
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📣 BreastScreen progress has flatlined. BCNA’s response to AIHW data.
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is calling on the Federal Government to immediately action recommended reforms to the national BreastScreen program. The newly released BreastScreen Austral...
Christina_BCNA
14 days ago
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📣 BreastScreen progress has flatlined. BCNA’s response to AIHW data.
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is calling on the Federal Government to immediately action recommended reforms to the national BreastScreen program. The newly released BreastScreen Austral...
Christina_BCNA
14 days ago
awareness
screening
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🌟 Special AFLW Game Night Opportunity – This Friday! 🌟
Hi everyone, We’ve got a few awesome opportunities available for our BCNA community at the Melbourne Demons AFLW game this Friday night (tomorrow!) at Ikon Park, Carlton – and we’d love to see them...
BCNA_Mod
14 days ago
event
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🎇Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎇
Today marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We know that for many in our network, this time can carry a range of emotions. This October, we’ve listened to our community — to the stories...
Christina_BCNA
15 days ago
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🎇Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎇
Today marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We know that for many in our network, this time can carry a range of emotions. This October, we’ve listened to our community — to the stories...
Christina_BCNA
15 days ago
awareness
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How to 'Tag' other members on BCNA’s Online Network
One great way to engage with others is by tagging them in your posts or comments. Tagging helps notify someone that you’re talking to them or mentioning them in a conversation. What does “Tagging” ...
Mez_BCNA
15 days ago
navigating-the-online-community
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🗣️ Share your views: A survey of Australian cancer patients regarding current patient education practices
You can participate in this study if you have received treatment for a cancer diagnosis in the past 24 months. Researchers from Monash University are conducting a survey that aims to identify the c...
Christina_BCNA
15 days ago
research
survey
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📢 Capivasertib (Truqap) to be listed on the PBS!
The Australian Government has announced that as of 1 October capivasertib (Truqap) will be listed on the Pharmacetucial Benefits Scheme (PBS), providing another vital option for Australians with ...
Christina_BCNA
16 days ago
medication
metastatic breast cancer
PBS
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🗣️ Share your views: Finding My Way Advanced+
Finding My Way-Advanced was one of the first self-guided web-based programs designed to improve wellbeing for people with metastatic breast cancer. Flinders University are now seeking participants ...
BCNA_Mod
22 days ago
clinical trials and research
metastatic breast cancer
research
survey
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🌸 What a Day! Carman’s Fun Run Sydney 🌸
1 MIN READ It was incredible to see Metcalfe Park into a sea of pink for Carman’s Fun Run. There were 3000 runners and walkers that laced up, participated and stayed to enjoy the event village under the sunny ...
BCNA_Mod
22 days ago
event
inspiration
news
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In admiration and tribute to one of our community champions - Amber Whalan.

Do you have ILC? Excellent info in this link & consider joining the ILC Private Group

Do you have to travel 1hr+ to your appointments/treatments/surgery?

Have you always wondered, how do I self-check?

Have you always wondered, how do I self-check?

Too Fat for flap breast reconstruction

⭐A special story about Choosing to Stay Flat

The Whole Person - the 'other' effects of breast cancer

The Whole Person - the 'other' effects of breast cancer

Perth Breast Reconstruction Support Group Lunch /Fundraiser for BCCWA

📣 BreastScreen progress has flatlined. BCNA’s response to AIHW data.

📣 BreastScreen progress has flatlined. BCNA’s response to AIHW data.

🌟 Special AFLW Game Night Opportunity – This Friday! 🌟

🎇Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎇

🎇Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎇

How to 'Tag' other members on BCNA’s Online Network

🗣️ Share your views: A survey of Australian cancer patients regarding current patient education practices

📢 Capivasertib (Truqap) to be listed on the PBS!

🗣️ Share your views: Finding My Way Advanced+

🌸 What a Day! Carman’s Fun Run Sydney 🌸

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