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COVID (and masks) will be with us for a while
Saw this and thought how often we've seen the variety of mask-wearing skill. Now I will see them and instead of getting cross and thinking "idiot" I will think of this dog and smile to myself !
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DCIS - oncologist?
I was diagnosed with moderate DCIS and after a double mastectomy other stuff was found in both breasts but no aggressive cancer. It’s been mentioned lately about seeing an oncologist. I wasn’t referred to one and unsure why and if it’s necessary… cost and time off work is a huge issue…does anyone have any ideas about if I…
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Arimidex and weight gain
anyone on Arimidex and gained weight ?? a couple of months ago I noticed Id gained about 8kg I thought that was because my doc upped my dose of anti dep, so i cut that out, but I still feel like Im gaining weight as my clothes dont fit like they did. is this a common issue with such meds??
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soya etc
anyone use Soya or turmeric/curcumin?? I'm getting mixed info , some are told to take it some are told no
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Dementia - Most will already know someone with it, or shortly will. Still Alice on SBS Movies 7.30pm
If you haven't seen this movie - if it is 'on' in your region tonight - it is well worth a watch or recording it for later. The story of an intelligent Yale professor, who slips into dementia over a period of years. Maybe you can catch it on 'replay' if you miss it tonight. Dementia - a condition that is usually associated…
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BCNA's Helpline refocus - some changes being made to the Helpline
BCNA's Helpline refocus I received this email last night and assume that all members received it - but just in case some haven't received it, I'll put it here for everyone to read and comment on, if you like ..... I am a little perplexed that a couple of valuable assets to our members will be removed from the Helpline &…
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Sexual Health and Wellbeing - Virtual Conference
Hi everyone, BCNA are holding a virtual conference on Thursday 12 August, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm AEST on sexual health and wellbeing. The conference will explore the emotional and physical impacts of a breast cancer experience broadly, and treatment specifically, relating to sexual health and wellbeing. With a panel of people…
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Exercise and energy levels during treatment
Hi, I start chemo and immunotherapy for TNBC in a couple of weeks. I am a fairly active person and race mountain bikes as a hobby. My husband and I have been considering trading my analogue mtb in for an emtb so I can still ride while having treatment. Our local trails are not flat at all so there is always imbuing…
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Quote for the week
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Hello Everyone I’m still here and great !
I saw a message today Iser mentioned me stating I hadn’t been heard of for a long time. Well hellllllllooooo everyone .... five years 3 months into her 2 metastatic breast cancer and fighting fit. I moved to the beach at Marcoola bought 50 metres from the surfs edge and crazy love it. My heart sings living here and I…
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Legal CBD Oil
For those of you who are looking for CBD Oil, I noticed a sign at the counter in Priceline (Firle, Adelaide) the other day. It was advertising it but "talk to the pharmacist". I think the brand was Infinity but I don't know what strength or price, or what conditions are attached but figured that if anyone is interested…
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Good news
On the 10th June 2017/I was diagnosed with breast cancer is was a shock I have just had my annual mammogram and ultrasounds yesterday I saw my oncologist and was given the good news I am in the clear I am still on Tamoxifen until 2022 I am confident about the future Keep strongRegards Stork
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Exercise and Taxol
Hey Ladies. I've finished the dreaded AC and starting taxol today. I've been walking a lot during the whole process with some light workouts but want to get back to my usual fitness stuff. Maybe not so heavy but definitely hiking. How has everyone else coped with working out or whatever was manageable?
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Radiotherapy
I have just completed 5 weeks or 25 rounds of radiotherapy following a mastectomy. I was fortunate enough to have been told about this amazing Strata XRT gel which I used twice a day during treatment and 30 days post treatment. My skin is amazing and I did not suffer any burning or issues at all during radiation.…
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4 years later, and all good!
I had a lumpectomy in June 2017 followed by chemo and radiotherapy. I've just had my four year mammogram, ultrasound and appointment with my surgeon; and all is good! Yaaaay! I check the online network every day and don't add much, but I still feel connected to our great group. Best wishes to all BC sisters and brothers.