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KylieG
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6 years ago

What a time to find out you're not covered by HBF! And can I save my nipple?

I was diagnosed just over a week ago.  Amid all the shock, at least in the back of my mind I thought, at least I'm covered with HBF.  It was only when I was sitting in the office at the private hospit...
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Annie_C
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6 years ago
@KylieG
My treatment and followup care has been as a public patient. I do not have private health insurance.

May I suggest that you see your usual GP and ask for an urgent referral to the Breast Clinic at Fiona Stanley Hospital. 

My diagnosis and treatment was complicated by the fact that I live remotely in the Kimberley, however the clinic staff at Fiona Stanley worked with me for the best possible outcome.

I wish you the very best of outcomes. Warm Kimberley wishes to you.

Annie