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Friday Update 20th December 2024 (BCNA Christmas Closure Details)
Hello members! As we find ourselves in the last month of the year, we reflect on the activities BCNA have undertaken in 2024 (Highlights shared in the update), while acknowledging the work still ahead. This December, we are filled with gratitude for the strength, resilience, and hope that defines the breast cancer…
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Watch this space!
We’ve been listening to your feedback and we’re excited to
announce that the Online Network will be moving to a new platform in early
2025! This has been designed to better serve your needs. This will mean you
will only need one login, one password for the Online Network and all our
resources. We are committed to improving…
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Incurable breast cancer numbers almost triple previous estimates. World first data
After 25 years of advocacy by BCNA, people with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) have finally been counted — at least in New South Wales. In a data breakthrough that far surpasses previous estimates, the Cancer Institute NSW has identified there are 7900 (7850 women and 50 men) living with MBC in NSW alone. This world-first…
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BCNA statement about Elle Macpherson's treatment decisions
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) would like to address recent media coverage regarding Elle Macpherson's statements about her personal approach to breast cancer treatment. Elle Macpherson's choices highlight the deeply personal nature of treatment decisions following a breast cancer diagnosis. BCNA respects Elle…
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Supporting you through the current media coverage
Good morning all, As we’ve seen unfold in discussions over the past week in the online network, many of you have been impacted by the media surrounding a celebrity’s choices during their own cancer treatment. This is not the first time, nor the last, that a high-profile person will make statements that can affect those of…
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Friday Update - 6th September 2024
Hello members,
we’re pleased to bring you the latest Friday Update from our forum. Dive in to
catch up on what’s been happening around Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA)
and see what your fellow members have been chatting about. As I was
looking into Spring news and tips, I came across interesting insight from…
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Friday Update (On Tuesday!) - 13th August 2024
Hello everyone, We’re excited to bring you the latest updates, tips, and highlights from our community. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to our forum, we hope you find this update both informative and engaging. Thank you for being a part of our community. Community Highlights July Activity July saw 113 new members;…
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Friday Update - 12th July 2024
Welcome to the latest Friday Update! This week is NAIDOC week (National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee) and celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Therefore we will again highlight BCNA's information and support for our First Peoples. Last month…
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Friday Update (On Tuesday!) - 18th June 2024
Hello members new, old and in between :) Well, it has been some time since I crammed in an update for you all (apologies) and Tuesday is just as good a day as any right? During the month of May BCNA had another very successful Pink Bun campaign and our webcast 'Let's cut through all the hype! Why exercise?' was a hit! As…
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BCNA welcomes pharmacy prescription changes for breast cancer medications
Six key breast cancer drugs are now more affordable thanks to 60-day prescribing. BCNA is pleased to confirm that six common types of hormone blocking therapies such as letrozole, anastrozole and tamoxifen, amongst others, are now able to be prescribed 60-days at a time, saving consumers time and money. “It is especially…
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Friday Update - 19th April 2024
Welcome to the Friday Update, March has flown by us already and we are half way through April! There has been alot of activity at BCNA including the Murray Bridge SA Information Forum, the World Indigenous Cancer Conference and BCNA's Think Tank . We are off to Tassie this month for two more information forums in Devonport…
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Kirsten Pilatti - Monthly wrap for March 2024
https://youtu.be/0PAGv5dwJvw?si=2y6meIMB_SC3UdED
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Friday Update (On Thursday!) - 28th March 2024
Hi everyone, It's a Friday Update on a Thursday! I deliver you an early Friday update as the BCNA office will be closed over the Easter period (5:00pm tonight, and will re-open on Tuesday 2nd April at 9:00 am) . Remember the Online Network is always here to help and you can request the Helpline team to call you back when…
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Friday Update - 8th March 2024
Hello existing members and our 'newbies' who have joined the Online Network community recently. If you are a new member, you may like to use the search function to type 'Friday Update' and read previous editions. We try to include Online Network activity; BCNA news/resources and external organisation resources. BCNA have…