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Esther_B
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8 years ago

Feeling ? Just been diagnosed

hello,
very new to say it was not on my to do list once I retired last year ... feeling overwhelmed have my daughters wedding in 3 weeks, eldest daughter 40th in New York in 5 weeks... 

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  • @Esther_B 
    what a shock it is when we are diagnosed.... 
    Here is some helpful links and numbers 

    Below are a couple of links to help you find your way around the forum and also how to find a breast care nurse and how to order a MY journey Kit if you haven't got one yet. 

    It can be a a whirlwind when we first get a diagnosed.... Breathe and take it one step at a time. 

    The what and how thread.

    http://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/14879/the-what-and-how-thread/p1 

    Breast Care Nurses

    https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/OurMission/OurNurses/FindANurse.aspx 

    My Journey Kits and other resources. 

    https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/

    BCNA Helpline 1800 500 258

    If you have any questions, concerns or require any further information or support please call 1800 500 258.  The Helpline is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 am till 5 pm EST and Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am till 9 pm EST.

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  • You are most welcome here even though it's probably the last place you want to be! How much you will have to juggle in the next few weeks depends very much on your diagnosis and recommended treatment, so that's the first thing to sort out. Much as those things are extremely important to you, your own health and wellbeing needs to come to the fore at this time.  You will find lots of people here who have been through this before, and while everyone's experience is a bit different, it can all add up to a wealth of advice and information. Shock, anger, panic are normal at the start. Once you have a plan for treatment, things get a bit more manageable. Think positive. Best wishes