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Mez_BCNA
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2 days ago

Queensland records number of people living with metastatic breast cancer

3,863 Queenslanders living with metastatic breast cancer have been counted, ending years of invisibility for this community and making sure they are seen and recognised in the health system for the first time.

When we recognise the real people behind the data, we can create positive change for all, and help shape better care, support and research for Australians affected by breast cancer.

Now is the time for other state and territories to act, and make sure every Australian living with metastatic breast cancer is seen, heard, and counted.

Read more via the link Landmark step for women with metastatic breast cancer in Queensland 

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5 Comments

  • Tri's avatar
    Tri
    Member
    6 hours ago

    It is hard to believe that the data on how many people living with metastatic breast cancer has not been routinely recorded until now, and - incredibly - it’s reported that NSW and Qld, so far, are the only jurisdictions internationally measuring this.
    I am excited for the possible improvements to the effectiveness and management of the side effects and services so people living with breast cancer can enjoy improved quality of life. 
    A huge salute to all the people living with metastatic breast cancer and the BCNA team.

  • cranky_granny's avatar
    cranky_granny
    Member
    15 hours ago

    my numbers are only rough 
    Nsw has about 8.5 million people and about 9000 with mets Qld has about 5.5 million people with 3800+ with MBC. Its still too many. Then there's all the other cancers that have gone metastatic.  We need better support services and research this is only the start of awareness to the extent of this 

    i wonder how Canberra would react if all of us with Mets from every state descended on Canberra 

    • Cath62's avatar
      Cath62
      Member
      3 hours ago

      I actually wonder if they have captured everyone but its a start. Yes it's too many of us and many with out support.  But data can influence the government. Just need the other states and territories to catch up. Then all the other cancer types with mets should also be captured. Money talks and if the government could see how much they have to spend on our care they may act to save us with speeding up the tga process and getting drugs on the pbs as well as other services to support us. Fingers crossed.

  • Cath62's avatar
    Cath62
    Member
    2 days ago

    Great news. I wonder if they used the same methodology as nsw. I am surprised the number isn't higher really but great they counted. I feel seen now, even if a number. Thank you BCNA.

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