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Regrowing eyelashes and eyebrows using serums
Hello, i am wondering if anyone has had any experience regrowing eyelashes and eyebrows using serums? i have very short and sparse eye lashes and brows and would like to improve them. I've done alot of research but not sure what, if any of them work.
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Welcome New Members - 8th September 2023
Welcome to our new members to join the Online Network recently: @SarahW8 @Morgan76 @RitaL @Woody3008 @sallyi @Shelley_H You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online Network. This is a forum where you are not alone and can engage with generous members who provide meaningful support to each…
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chemo question please?
Hi all, As some of you may have seen from my past post regarding the return of the cancer, or should I correctly say, it was never all taken at that time even though they said they had got it all with clear margins, still so angry . I'm now staring down the barrel of chemo afterwards, as part of my treatment from this…
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New mum struggles just got more challenging
Hi everyone! It’s lovely to meet you all despite this being the location. I was officially diagnosed on Tuesday but I’ve suspected it was breast cancer for over a week since the mood at my biopsy seemed urgent (and extremely sympathetic). I’m 34 years old and first time mum to an awesome little 11 month old boy. I’ve been…
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Diagnosed last week- 1yr postpartum & still nursing
Hello, Sadly like many I'm new here! My story started in 2009, I was 32 & single when I was first diagnosed with invasive cancer. I was treated at the time with a lumpectomy, radiation & 5yrs on Tamoxifen. Seven months after my diagnosis I celebrated being cancer free with an overseas trip where I met my now husband. In…
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Coffs Harbour Information Forum livestream on 7 September
Hi everyone, We are holding an Information Forum in Coffs Harbour on 7 September, 9.30am - 3.00pm. During the event, you will hear from - * Those with a lived experience of breast cancer * Medical Oncologist, Dr Michelle White * Oncology Social Worker, Dr Carrie Lethborg * Australasian Lymphology Certified Nurse, Lee…
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New and worried
Not too sure im in the right place, as i do not have a diagnosis. I have had itching on one part of my left breast for some time, fast forward 4 months and its still there driving me crazy. So went to gp, they found a lump.ive have been sent for mammogram and ultrasound. Unfortunately they cant get me in for 2 weeks. Im a…
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Newly diagnosed - DCIS
Hi all, newly diagnosed this week. Feels like the longest week ever and have been taking the time to look through various posts and resources. Thanks for sharing your stories. Following a breast screen 'callback' and biopsy on Monday I was given the diagnosis of DCIS in my left breast on Monday 17 July. I kind of feel…
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Tomorrow Night on ABC Australian Story - about a family with breast cancer
I've just seen an advert for ABC's Australian Story tomorrow night (Monday 8pm) on a family (high profile Erica Packer) that's had multiple members with breast cancer ...... should be an interesting watch ....
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YWCA Encore - Hunter region
Hi there, just letting you know we still have spots available in our YWCA
Encore programs being held next month at Valentine & Waratah. Now is the time
to enrol if you’d like to join us! YWCA
Encore is a FREE 8 week program designed specifically for women who have
experienced breast cancer to improve and retain mobility…
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New member - Question re oral chemotherapy capecitabine
Original post created by member @Brondocs - moved to Metastatic breast cancer discussions
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Friday Update - 1st September 2023
Welcome to spring everyone! It feels like Field of Women has flown by us, however I would love to provide a recap on the wonderful day that it was. We also have Policy & Advocacy news in relation to a new drug recommended on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS); Additionally, we have information on the 60-day…
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Welcome New Members - 1st September 2023
Welcome to all of our new members to join the Online Network recently: @Artangel @Shazza75 @Ally7 @Aleira @stellar14 @Fleur52 @DianeK @Harri17 @Char4 @mymoocow @Nanna_Kez4 @jessj @Confetti @aluvlife @Dianeh3 @Aami @Bria @sammlj @Bekka76 @Pearl81 You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online…
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Look Good, Feel Better program available to ALL with Breast Cancer - check it out!
Earlier this year, I attended a Look Good Feel Better session - and altho I am not a 'girlie girl' (ie I rarely wear makeup of any sort!) I was amazed at just how much fun it was - and I learned that I CAN 'pretty up' if I want to! Many of us here (particularly newly diagnosed) may not have heard of the program - it is…
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Bra
Hi there I went bra shopping today to get some new bras of the type I bought when I had my double mastectomy and reconstruction and thought I would share. The bra is “ Comfort Revolution” by Playtex and is lovely and soft with a bit of padding and no underwire. I went from E cup to C cup and am slightly smaller on the…