Greengirl I was diagnosed in June 2011, no need to go into details but I have had a couple of procedures, radiation and have had Herceptin infusions every three weeks for eight years and this will continue. Keep in mind that all treatments are suited to each individual and some are very short term. At the very beginning I had a talk with my GP about private versus public - he did not advise but gave me information, based on this I decided to go public. Its been eight years and will continue - my only cost has been parking. Sharing stories and 'stalking' other posts has kept me calm during tough times. Keep in touch. xxxxxxxxx