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BEST WISHES FROM FRAN
Just wanted to say that i hope all of you wonderful people out there have a fabulous Christmas and a happy healthy and safe 2013 and beyond.
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BCNA Perth Forum
Hi all you wonderful and amazing pink ladies. I felt privileged to have been invited to the Perth Forum last Thursday. Wow! What a fantastic day. So many warm and like minded people who were all willing to share their stories. There were tears, much laughter and above all fabulous support. I went along knowing no one and…
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Pink Pilates
There is a great article in the latest BCNA newsletter. I am so excited that the Pink Pilates programme has been promoted and and I hope that it continues to be recognised as an excellent exercise programme for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. May PInk Pilates continue to grow!!
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Get-togethers for 2013
Hello ladies, we're starting to think about planning our ABCFG get-togethers for 2013, and we'd sincerely appreciate your help in this process! We'd like to enable as many women as possible to attend our group get-togethers, and for this reason, we're asking you to let us know which days and times would best suit you to…
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Hi girls!
Just a quick hi to say I've put our lunch on as an event and you should get notification about that. Also just wanted to know if anyone is interested in buying my cookbook which is a fundraiser for the Oncology Ward where I was treated at Box Hill Hospital. Makes a handy Christmas present - easy and uncomplicated recipes.…
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Training
Hi everyone Thanks for stopping by...I thought I'd write about the fantastic training I've just completed. Sunday late afternoon (9th) I arrived at the Grand Mercure in Melbourne and checked in. My room was very nice and I was fortunate to have a corner room with a great view. Some ladies were going to meet in the bar to…
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Out of Pocket Expenses - Media Picks up the Stories!
Hello out there! A followup on how 'Out of Pocket Expenses' is being picked up by the media. The Sunday Telegraph on 18 November ran an article on the issue with a small follow up on Monday. This week in the Sunday Telegraph another article will be published talking about people having to access superannuation to pay for…
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BCNA’s National Conference 2012
Morning all, A summary of the presentations given at 'Strength to Strength' Conference in October are now available online to read or download. You can also see photos from the 2 day event. * Visit the National Conference page on our website.
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Cancer affects everything
Afternoon all, I just wanted to flag with you that CanTeen has launched a new campaign about the mental health issues that can arise in young people when dealing with a parent’s cancer. The campaign will also drive the message that “Cancer affects everything” and that “No young person should have to go through it alone” .…
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What was your favorite part of the Conference?
I have just finished uploading the photos from the Conference Gala Dinner onto our website. Wow! What a great night and everyone looked liked they had such fun. The highlight for me was seeing 'She's The King' (Elvis performer) swamped by all the excited women wanting to get onto the Dance floor :-) You can see all the…
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The Start
I kinda routinely did a breast check, and have been having consistent mammograms since early 30's as my Mum had breast cancer. I always try to be a positive person and proud that I am 46 and not taking any medication. I recall the moment I noticed a lump because I just put my hand straight on it and felt a bit painful. I…
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BCNA fundraiser
Just wanted to share with all, I'm so proud. My son three of his friends and myself have just done a month of fundraising. We put 15 tins around town, asked local businesses for vouchers and donations and the kids spent time on the school holidays cooking. This week on wednesday they held a morning tea at their school-…
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Christmas dinner get-together
Hello ladies, well would you believe it's almost THAT time of the year again.... Christmas! :D You are warmly invited to our first ever Adelaide Breast Cancer Friendship Group christmas dinner get-together! When: Wednesday 5th December 2012 Time: from 7pm for dinner in the Bistro Where: The Hope Inn, 348 Port Road…
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Pink Lady Art Exhibition
I had the priviledge of attending the Pink Lady Art Exhibition in Brighton Town Hall this weekend. www.pinkladyart.com.au Congratulations to Lisa Sewards, Emma Calill and Rachel for a fantastic exhibition. Look out for it next year.
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The Beacon and Inside Story - putting it out there.
Ok - so I am going to put it out there. A question among those of us with advanced disease. Why are our stories excluded from the general articles in the Beacon? Why do we receive an insert "the Inside Story" with our Beacon with stories of those with Advanced Disease? How does this make me feel? - excluded, a leper within…