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Tribute Field of Women, Sydney
Last week in Sydney - BCNA staff and volunteers planted 15,000 pink silhouettes, representing the women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year; 2,700 white silhouettes in tribute to the incredible women who will lose their life to breast cancer this year; and 125 blue silhouettes representing the men diagnosed…
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BCNA member to share her nipple tattoo journey on SBS
BCNA member Cass Boyle will share her nipple tattoo journey through a documentary to screen on SBS 2 this Thursday 17 October. “My nipples won’t work, they don’t function, they won’t function, they never will. But I don’t care, they look real, they feel real. They give me the ability to look back in the mirror and to like…
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Dragons Abreast
Thank you to the ladies at Dragons Abreast at Patterson Lakes Canoe Club who invited Leanne Marshall and myself along to their open day on Saturday 12th October. It was a beautiful sunny day, perfect to be on the water! Dragon boating is a great way to exercise for women affected by breast cancer or their supporters.…
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Pink Ribbon Ride
Hi Ladies, I just wanted to share with you all my excitment.... I'm going to be on 7's Sunrise show tomorrow morning at 9:55am with a fellow survivor & some boys on Harleys! All funds raised go to Westmead Cancer Institute. I'll be the bald Sam, not the one with pink hair :) If you're in Sydney & have nothing to do on…
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Hopeful research from QIMR
Hi to all my triple negative sisters, I heard this interesting news on ABC this morning, here is the link: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-16/patients-receive-chemotherapy/4631246 It's about scientists at the Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR), who say they have found an effective treatment for TNBC in…
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Brisbane
Hi....is anyone out there getting treatment at hoca in Brisbane????
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Seeking women for media opportunities!
Hello, We have been approached by a number of local and regional papers looking for a breast cancer survivor to share her story during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I am currently looking for a woman to share her story with from the following areas: * NSW - Finley, Berrigan, Jerilderie or Tocumwal * WA - Busselton,…
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Ballarat support
I was just wondering if there are any ladies out there from Ballarat or surrounding district who would like to link up? There are a couple of breast cancer support groups in Ballarat, however I have contacted both of these groups and no one has responded to my emails. I am feeling a little alone at the moment and it would…
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Searching for new drugs to prevent breast cancer recurrence. EMPathy Breast Cancer Network.
Hi Ladies Thought I'd share with you some info about one of the consumer rep projects I'm currently involved in. I've also posted this info as a general blog. The EMPathy Breast Cancer Network needs little introduction within breast cancer organisations and scientific circles. This Australia-wide team of scientists,…
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CALLING ALL PERTH GIRLS
Hey luvly Perth girls Just a reminder that we have our next get together coming up this Saturday 5th October. We will be meeting at Breakwater at 1pm in the Hillarys Boat Harbour. Anyone is welcome to join us. We would love to see you there. We can sit and eat and share a drink together and chat chat away and then we can…
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Norwood, here we come!
Hello ladies, do you live in Norwood or the surrounding suburbs? Our next get-together will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday 9th October at Cafe Buongiorno, Norwood, so why not come along! It’s a great chance to meet other Adelaide ladies who are on their own breast cancer journey, share stories and make new friends! :)…
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Mini Field of Women
Hello friends! Just wanted to let you all know that we are hosting a mini field of women event in Beenleigh SE Qld, on July 21, 2013. This will be followed by afternoon tea and a theatre performance all for $15 funds raised going to BCNA. For more information follow the link http://eepurl.com/BcyMn Hope to see some of you…
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My care Kit - advice for BCNA
Hi ladies, BCNA need our help. Ahead of the launch of a new post op bra they seek the following information 1. Who received the My Care Kit from BCNA via their Breast Care Nurse? 2. What they think about it? 3. What do you wear now? Cheers Louie (In case you are wondering I lost this whole post trying to fix the link, so…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Hi everybody, As most of you will know October is recognised, both in Australia and internationally, as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. October is a time to show support for women and families affected by breast cancer. October is a time to reflect. October is a time to celebrate advances in the diagnosis, treatment and…
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Webinar tonight! Cancer survivorship and mental health
Hi all, I just wanted to let you know about a free online webinar that's been organised by Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN), that anyone around the country can participate in! Cancer survivorship and mental health: The webinar will explore the links between cancer survivorship and depression and/or anxiety, and…