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Another Media Call Out
Hi all, We are in demand with the media at the moment and have had another request for someone who meets the following criteria: - early breast cancer that has not spread to lymph nodes - HER 2 neg - Estrogen receptor positive - In Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne - Willing to be interviewed for TV TODAY (we have requests…
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Breast Cancer Network Australia top 5 advocacy priorities
Hello Breast Cancer Network Australia have identified 5 advocacy priorities for 2018. These will be the 5 key areas on our agenda this year and where our focus and energies will be directed. Please see link below for further information https://www.bcna.org.au/about-us/advocacy/
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Victorian event - Cancer Clinical Trials: the science, the stories
The Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Center (VCCC) is holding a public event on Monday 21 May titled Cancer Clinical Trials: the science, the stories. The event aligns with International Clinical Trials Day, 20 May. What are the challenges and rewards of participating in a cancer clinical trial?Clinical trials are a critical…
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Call out for anyone living in Queensland who has experienced out of pocket costs for breast MRIs
Hi everyone, I have another call out for someone interested in talking to the media! There is so much interest at the moment in breast cancer related stories so we want to make the most of this. This time a senior journalist with a major paper is wanting to run a story on the lack of rebates for breast MRI and wants to…
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Friday Update 18 May 2018
Hello everyone and welcome to Friday’s update. First up, I just wanted to let you know that the Policy Team has put together a more detailed news item about the Federal budget. You can check it out on the website: https://www.bcna.org.au/news/2018/05/2018-federal-budget/ It highlights seven things, which are likely to be…
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Field of Women ?
With Matt joining today am reminded yet again that breast cancer is not gender exclusive although it does effect women in greater numbers. Reading the posts welcoming him I went clunk ,omg - the major promotional event for this bloody disease is Field of Women ? The long used advertising brand worldwide is Pink Lady .No…
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Fantastic news announced tonight in the budget
From Kirsten Pilatti CEO BCNADear members, I am so thrilled to be able to let you know that all our great lobbying has tonight taken a significant step forward to helping women living with metastatic breast cancer. Tonight the Government announced the funding of ribociclib for women newly diagnosed with metastatic breast…
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Victoria Only Event. Workshop : An Afternoon with Susan Carland
Cancer Council Victoria, together with Susan Carland have organised a special workshop for people experiencing cancer related hair loss. Join us for a free lunch and head scarf styling tips with Susan Carland. Learn how to get the most out of using a wig and find out how Cancer Council Victoria can support you and your…
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Central Coast Support Lunch
Hi gals, It's time for another Central Coast Support Lunch with our guest speaker Kim, from the wonderful YWCA Encore program - a free, 8 week exercise program designed specifically for women who have had breast cancer surgery and/or treatment. When: Sunday, 27th May at 12 midday Where: Cheeky Charlie's Café, Fountain…
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More about the budget
With the focus on the big win for ribociclib, we missed some of the other wins in the budget including funding for 3d mammography which has been discussed quite a bit in the network recently.Here is a link to a BCNA piece on the bits of the budget that might be of interest to you
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Going Pink
Hey all i know we all have our own financial constraints and probably doing our own fundraising but I just thought I would put it out there that I was doing the “Go Pink” fundraiser. If anyone is interested in donating the link is: https://fundraise.nbcf.org.au/fundraisers/stephanieangus Thanks to anyone that donates but…
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What's On at Counterpart
Counterpart (formerly BreaCan) provide support for women living with breast or gynaecological cancer (Melbourne based) You may like to have a look at their upcoming information sessions which include When cancer impacts our sexual health and well being. Monday 28 May 11 am till 1 pm at Counterpart Resource Centre Menopause…
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Friday Update 4 May 2018
Hello everyone and welcome to Friday’s update. I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our new online members who have joined the online forum over the last month. We hope you have settled in and started reading some of our online posts and making some connections with other community members. As many of our…
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Choosing breast reconstruction Reclaim Your Curves Sydney Support Lunch
Reclaim Your Curves Sydney Support Lunch * Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 12:00PM to 3:00PM * Where: The Dragonfly Cafe, Eden Gardens, Macquarie Park You are invited to join us for lunch and a great chat, no matter what stage of treatment you are at. New people are always welcome and we look forward to seeing you. Please ensure…
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Thank you!
Just wanted to say a big thank you to all of you who sent letters to your ministers regarding CDK inhibitors and to those who encouraged others to write either by sharing our social media posts or posting your letters and responses on the network. Your efforts really did make a difference and we have finally seen an…