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Cancer Council Victoria is looking for volunteers for their Cancer Connect programs.
Cancer Council Victoria are looking for people interested in being part of their telephone peer-support programs. They will be providing training in May 2018 and whilst they are interested in volunteers with a wide range of breast cancer experiences, they are particularly looking for people who have undertaken adjuvant…
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Hesta Nurse of the year awards
Here is the post about the Hesta awards and the link it’s always nice to be recognised for a job well done. Us nurses never expect it as its as a job you do for love and not money or awards but it’s humbling and an honour when you do get an award such as that. So good job Riki. I was nominated for the Hesta nurse of the…
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Cancer Nurses Society of Australia Member of the Moment December 2017
We are very pleased to share with you a lovely profile on our very own Riki Long who has been recognised by the Cancer Nurses Society of Australia as their member of the month. Well done Riki! Riki is one of the very experienced cancer nurses responding to incoming calls via the Breast Cancer Network Australia helpline.…
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Friday update 12 January 2018
Hello everyone and welcome to our first Friday update for 2018. Happy New Year! Hoping you had an enjoyable Christmas and New Year, spending time with loved ones, resting, relaxing and recuperating and doing what you most enjoy over the summer holiday break. The online network had a busy month in December with 69 new…
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Pink test
it's both inspiring and poignant to be watching today's test on Jane McGrath Day.
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Friday update 22 December 2017
Hello and welcome everyone to our Friday Update Wow only 3 sleeps till Christmas… We have had 30 new members join our online community in the last 2 weeks. I have listed the usernames below and extend a very warm welcome to all of you. @missy112, @Rella, @Yellowflower1, @Melisabel, @Life, @Mum36, @Flaneuse, @sgowri,…
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Central Coast Support Lunch
The Central Coast Support group enjoyed their final lunch for 2017. We look forward to many more in 2018 with a variety of guest speakers covering well being, exercise, lymphodoema treatment and cosmetic tattooing. Wishing you all a very happy and healthy Christmas xx
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Friday update 8 December 2017
Hello and welcome everyone to our Friday Update. How fast have the last two weeks gone by! I cannot believe we are 2 weeks away from Christmas! This is the first year that I’m hosting Christmas lunch at my place for 13 people (it could also be the last depending on my cooking especially the turkey!). Feeling a little bit…
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Central Coast Support Lunch
Come and join us for our final 2017 lunch at The Point Café - within the Edogawa Commemorative Gardens (Japanese Gardens) 36 Webb St, East Gosford Sunday, 10th December at 12.30pm It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends, share gems of information, ask your questions, and enjoy great food together. We look forward…
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Friday Update (Somewhat late!)
Hello and welcome everyone to our Friday Update. My name is Giovanna and I’m a cancer nurse. I’m new to BCNA and the online network. I’m one of the Senior Helpline Officers and I respond to incoming calls via the BCNA helpline and moderate the online network. Thank you for your warm welcome into this fantastic online…
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Carman's Fun Run - 3rd December 2017
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is thrilled to be the official charity partner for the Carman's Women’s Fun Run. The 2017 Carman's Women's Fun Run will be held at Catani Gardens, St Kilda on Sunday 3 December 2017! All ages and abilities can come together to fundraise for a purpose and get behind BCNA by taking part…
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Fundraiser for be Uplifted Brisbane North Side
hi everyone. So I’m doing my very first breast cancer fundraiser. It will be held on Tuesday October 31st at our local beachmere bakery at 9.30 am. its $20 a ticket and you get a boobie cupcake a mini quiche and a coffee and support a worthwhile cause at the same time. I have chosen a local breast cancer support group…
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Reclaim Your Curves Breast Reconstruction Christmas Lunch
Perth ladies - our Christmas Lunch get together will be Saturday 9th December at the Herdsman Lake Tavern Wembley from 12:30pm. We will do a Secret Santa - a gift to the value of $15 - totally optional to participate. It will be a nice way to finish off 2017 and catch up with everyone. If you are new to Reclaim Your Curves…
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Carly
Hi Ladies it is with great sadness that i let you know one of our own on here ccasper passed away this morning the cancer returned more aggressive. Whilst I don’t know her personally she was from the central coast where I live and one of my gym buddies is great friends with her I know we have all chatted to her at…
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Breast Cancer Network Australia Helpline available
A reminder to let you know that the Breast Cancer Network Australia helpline is available. We have a Breast Care Nurse and a Cancer Nurse available to take calls till 9 pm tonight AEST. Call our helpline for free and confidential information, support and referral on 1800 500 258. Helpline hours are 9.00 am to 5.00 pm AEST…