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Supporting a loved one with post-cancer depression
Hi there, I'm looking for some guidance as to supporting a loved one who has developed symptoms of depression after surviving breast cancer. She has actually experienced breast cancer twice, as well as losing a close friend to metastatic breast cancer, all before the age of 50. Since completing chemotherapy the last time,…
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Feeling very isolated
I am 35, and was diagnosed last year on July 12th with triple negative inflammatory breast cancer. I started AC double dose chemo on the 27th of July and then paclitaxal 21st of September. Early November it became clear the pacli had stopped being effective on the cancer in my breast so I was zoomed into surgery and had a…
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46 / Hi / Comfort of knowing you guys are here /(IVF link?)
Hi all I know this is a weird first post for “Newly Diagnosed”! but Im alone today, the day I got the call, and I literally just wanted to reach out to my sisters who know how I feel. It’s comforting to know you’re out there. Right now I can just say hi. I’m still numb and I can’t bring myself to write the details just…
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Support Groups in Newcastle NSW?
Original post created by member @Fizzgigg moved to own thread in ‘Newly diagnosed’ category:
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North Brisbane
We are having afternoon drinks this week at the Pine Rivers Bowls Club. I will be there just after 4 pm. hope to see you there in the air con!
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How did you find out about BCNA?
Hello ladies! I hope everyone has been keeping safe and healthy 😊. I wanted to ask everyone who wants to share, how you found out about this site, BCNA? I think it’s really important for women (and men) to be told about it as soon as they are diagnosed, before they have even seen their specialist. I think it would be…
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Are you Caring for a Partner & Parents with Dementia/Alzheimers
Just wondering how many of us are actively caring for partners or parents with dementia/alzheimers? If there are enough interested in doing so, we could ask the mods for our own group, to discuss the very real and personal issues that affect us, as their carers - and also how it is affecting/impacting our own recovery.…
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'About Me'
Just a suggestion to many. If possible could members of this Online forum, include a little more information about their diagnosis and type of Breast Cancer. In the 'About Me' part of their profile. I don't know if others have trouble. But sometimes I have trouble understanding a problem and or giving advice. Especially if…
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Come and try Dragon Boating in Melbourne!!!
Do you live in the Melbourne area and have received a diagnosis of breast cancer in the past? We have too! If you want to have fun, make new friends and get fit, then dragon boating is the sport for you! We're always looking for new members! We invite all breast cancer survivors and their supporters to come and experience…
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The role of Carer
Hello everyone I often read posts or comments from members who are also carers. I refer you to the post by @arpie titled Are you Caring for a Partner & Parents with Dementia/Alzheimers. Many members care for a sibling or a child who has a condition meaning they are unable to function independently. Whilst it is common to…
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Strathpine Coffee and Chat
We are back at Bullocky's Rest at Lake Samsonvale on Wednesday so hope to see you there. Usual time of 10.am and don't forget to bring a drink :) Everyone welcome Lynne
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Mackay Breast Cancer Support Group - Upcoming Events
For patients and survivors in the Mackay region, the Mackay Breast Cancer Support Group has a couple of events happening in February. Our first ever Mental Health Workshop will be held in one week, specifically for Breast Cancer patients and survivors in the Mackay region, led by a registered psychologist. 6th Feb - Mental…
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Husband not coping
Does anyone have any advice dealing with a husband who is not dealing with a diagnosis? He’s leaning on me for emotional support and has spent most of the holidays drunk (he was a heavy drinker before) but he just sees the diagnosis as using drinking as a way to cope. I’m trying to stay strong and recover from chemo while…
