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Bathurst Bosom Buddies support group
Bathurst Bosom Buddies meet on the second Tuesday of the MonthOur next meeting is Tuesday 12th February We meet from 10AM – 12 NOON AT THE BATHURST RSL. Some ladies also like to stay and share lunch at the RSL. We have a monthly newsletter if you would like to get the newsletter let me know and I can organise this as I do…
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An evening for women with breast cancer 20 February 2019 Sydney
Breast Cancer Consumer Evening The University of Sydney's leading cancer researchers will host an evening for women with breast cancer and their families and friends on 20 February 2019. Hear from leading researchers about new developments in: * Screening * Imaging * Financial burden * Cognitive challenges * Exercise *…
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More good news on the prevention front
Not BC, but all good news like this is worth noting! CERVICAL CANCER DECLINEResearch from the Cancer Council NSW has found that cervical cancer could officially be considered a rare disease in Australia within the next two years and, in another world first, rendered so uncommon by 2028 that it would no longer be…
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Are you recently diagnosed and using BCNA's My Journey online tool? We'd like to have a chat
Hi everyone, We are wanting to do an article in the next Beacon on our new My Journey online tool. If you have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer (since October) and have been using the online tool, we would like to interview you for th next edition of the Beacon. It can be done over the phone so you can live…
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Help keep Crawf in the jungle!
Hi everyone We really need your help to keep Crawf in the jungle in support of BCNA! If you can, please vote by texting SHANE to 1995 1010 as soon as you can, and as much as you can. The prize money is a HUGE $100,000 so we really don’t want Crawf leaving the jungle because of lack of votes - especially given he's such…
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Fortnightly update Tuesday 22 January 2019
Hello everyone, Welcome to our first fortnightly update for January 2019! Hoping you all had a lovely Christmas and new year and that you were able to enjoy time with family, friends and loved ones. Thank you to all of our online community members who supported new members joining the network and those who were undergoing…
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Male Breast Cancer
I would like to apologise to the BCNA people who asked for our MALE Breast Cancer Stickers. Been away from BCNA for awhile. Please request stickers thru MBCF via email @ mensbreastcancerforum@****. Stickers are $5 each, which includes postage.
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Were you diagnosed with early breast cancer in October/November 2018? We need your assistance
Hi everyone, As most of you will be aware, BCNA's My Journey online tool was launched in October 2018. It was developed to help people diagnosed with breast cancer access the most up-to-date breast cancer information specific to their needs. BCNA is really keen to understand the tool’s usefulness for people who have only…
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Central Coast Support Lunch Sunday 24 February
Come along and join us for lunch overlooking beautiful Wamberal beach. The lunches are a great way to connect with other women who are walking a similar path to you. They are a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and share experiences, particularly regarding breast reconstruction. Please ensure you RSVP so we can…
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Issue with Online Network access and resetting passwords
We are aware some online network members are having trouble logging into the network and updating their passwords. The developers are working on it and we will let you know as soon as the problem is fixed. Thanks for your patience.
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The Past, Present and Future of Breast Cancer Research – Public Session and Facebook Live event
As part of activities to recognise their 40th anniversary in 2018 and on the eve of their Annual Scientific Meeting for researchers, Breast Cancer Trials (BCT) will be hosting a Q&A event at The Art Gallery of NSW, to discuss The Past, Present and Future of Breast Cancer Research. Moderated by Journalist and Channel 10…
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Friday update 14 December 2018
Hello everyone, Welcome to our last Friday update for 2018! With only 11 sleeps to go until Christmas it looks like lunch at my place is almost set! See my checklist below @socoda will be bringing cake @Annie C Christmas pudding (with traditional sixpences) @kmakm trifle & roast potatoes @SoldierCrab good alcohol @arpie…
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BCNA and helpline closed and will reopen 9 am Monday 7 January 2019
Hello eveyone, Breast Cancer Network Australia has now closed for the Christmas break and will resume for business as usual on Monday 7 January 2019 As you know the helpline is also closed and will reopen at 9 am on Monday 7 January. Today is my last evening moderating before some annual leave. The online network will be…
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QUT research study – Share your thoughts about new breast reconstruction technologies
Hi all, Researchers at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) are undertaking research which aims to combine new breast implant technology (involving three-dimensional printing) with standard methods of breast reconstruction to provide women affected by breast cancer with a reconstruction that has a more natural…
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Reclaim Your Curves - Choosing Breast Reconstruction Sydney Support Lunch Sunday 9 December 2018
Come along and join us for lunch on Sunday 9th December - 12 noon to 3pm at Eden Gardens Dragonfly Cafe - Macquarie Park. Meet others ladies who may be experiencing a similar situation to you. Ask those pressing questions, get tips or pass on your knowledge. Please let us know if you can make it. All welcome!