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Exercise groups
Hi everyone, Everyone seems to have a bit of information from personal experience, so I thought you may be able to help me. I’m looking for a fun exercises or movement class that are for breast cancer warriors, I live in Logan Queensland and I have not had any luck, all the programmes I have found are in Brisbane or the…
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Central Coast Support Lunch 26 May 2019 NSW
Come along and join us for lunch overlooking beautiful Wamberal beach. The lunches are a great way to connect with other women who are walking a similar path to you. They are a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and share experiences, particularly regarding breast reconstruction. Our guest speaker will be from YWCA…
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My Otis Retreat
Hubby and I arrived back from Thredbo on Sunday - after 9 days away - including 5 days in Creekside, the Otis Foundation retreat in Thredbo. We stayed in Sydney for the first night with my brother & SIL, then down the coast to Batemans Bay with another friend ....who has just taken delivery of a gorgeous miniature…
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New Study for Stage 4
I was really heartened to read about this study in the metastatic area of breast cancer. "Stage Four Needs More" is a phrase I've heard a lot and I know several members here have voiced concerns about the number of studies being done. Hope it's of interest. K xox…
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Cramps
I've never had much problem with cramping. Other than in my calves the night after an evening spent in high heels! However lately they have increased. This morning I was at yoga and repeatedly had to break position due to cramps in various parts of my body. Is this a menopausal thing? An AI thing? Or just me? I drink…
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Counterpart
I attended a Cancer and Wellbeing day run by Counterpart this week. We did Feldenkrais, some light aerobics and theraband work, Qi Gong and a fantastic deep meditation. There was a very good lunch and lots of time to chat and connect with the other participants. For Melbourne and Victorian folks (they're running a wellness…
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Jigsaw puzzles
I don't know why my physio didn't suggest it to me earlier but I have stumbled upon jigsaw puzzles for therapy. The repetitive movements of sorting pieces has done my lymphedema arm the world of good. Sitting around with not a lot of energy is boring and I put on movies to watch but I still like to be doing something to…
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Exersize with sub pec implant
Hi everyone. I have just started back my favourite sport, lap swimming 18 months after my single side recon with silicon implant behind the muscle. It's going well just a little bit weird stretching feeling. The implant still feels really firm and slightly tight . My question is for other ladies that do chest exercises…
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Just diagnosed with Invasive Mucinous Carcinoma
I was diagnosed yesterday with invasive mucinous carcinoma. I'm booked in for a lumpectomy and removal of sentinel lymph nodes on the 20th February and the regular CT scans and bone scan on 1st Feb. Surgeon has said that due to my age (45) oncologist may likely recommend chemo, radiation or hormone therapy depending on…
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Exercise
hello all, i started my 5 week course of radiation for breast cancer yesterday, and would like to try and continue my regular walking program during this time if it’s possible. I’d like to hear of others experiences of fatigue, and what it might be realistic to expect to be able to do. I’m also have a small problem finding…
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Encore Launceston is looking for new participants for Program commencing 12th Feb
Encore Launceston Hello All, We are looking for new participants for our next Encore program commences on February 12 until April 2, from 5.30-7.30pm. If you are interested or know anyone who might be interested please contact me.