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Friday Update - 22nd September 2023
Hello everyone, It feels like the month of September is flying by us all. You may have noticed a few technical related correspondences from BCNA recently and I would like to share upcoming changes to the BCNA website in this update. You will also read about recent news items, upcoming forums and content you may have…
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Field of Women - Sunday 20th August 2023
We have a date!!! The Field of Women is back, and we want you to join us On Sunday 20 August, before the Round 23 AFL Pink Lady match between Melbourne and Hawthorn, over 10,000 people will walk onto the hallowed turf of the MCG to form the Pink Lady. It’s been five years since the last Field of Women and we can’t wait to…
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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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Friday Update 11th August 2023
Hello members and welcome to another Friday update, You will probably notice BCNA activity in my
recent posts. We headed to Canberra last week for the ‘National Metastatic
Breast Cancer’ data roundtable and we are also busy preparing for the Field of
Women event this month. I will share more details below in case you…
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Stage 1 hormone sensitive to Stage IV
Diagnosed last week with stage 1, hormone sensitive BC in my left breast after I came across a lump. I am 41 with 2 little sons, 4 & 6- it was a massive shock. After CT, bone scans & MRIs this week, my diagnosis has now changed to stage IV oligometastatic BC after finding it had spread to one vertebrae. To say I’m…
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Welcome New Members - 17th August 2023
Welcome to all of our new members to join the Online Network recently: @Perth_girl77 @iprint @Leeloo_XS @Mariancol @Robynjane @nwatt @Carletta @amandainoz @Joye @Choice @ElephantsandWalruses @Phia @SarahB77 @MaggieCat @Sandy_K1966 @Margoes @Ablulu @Dessi @SuzanneMargaret @Lozz @Fifilamour @Crazy_cat You have found your way…
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New Group - Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC)
Hello members, If you have been diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) or supporting someone with this breast cancer type, you may have asked whether we have a private group available for people. Currently we do not have a dedicated group, however there appears to be growing demand for this and we want to…
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So its back, breast cancer 2.0 - thanks so much
so after a fabulous dry July Campine raising funds, I got my results from the double biopsy today (this morning) - from an earlier ultra sound after they the new medical team picked up some extra bumps they felt from a physical exam earlier on, post lumpectomy in Jan where I was told all gone, clear margins , nothing in…
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Welcome New Members - 3rd August 2023
Welcome to all of our new members to join the Online Network recently: @daikym @Sister1991 @Amgorda @KimM @yutingt @Tarma @lizredpeng @Elise_Rim @GinGin @LouiseB63 @HowdyPartner @Auzzie_Rach @Leach @KtmKtm @Cococat68 @Kerry_O @PrisMay1 @TJ_77 @PLP You have found your way to Breast Cancer Network Australia's (BCNA's) Online…
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'Understanding and Managing Pain with Metastatic Breast Cancer' Interactive Digital Event
Have you registered for tomorrow night's 'Ask the Expert' online event? Living with a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis can mean needing to manage pain. This can have both a physical and emotional impact. Through discussion with your treating team, there may be ways pain can be managed to help maintain quality of…
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Welcome New Members - 11th July 2023
Hello and welcome to new members of the Online Network in the past week: @fberm @AnnieMichelle_123 @Mmcc235 @Olivegreen @Melly72 @Ginger70 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…
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Welcome New Members - 29th June 2023
Hello and welcome to new members of the Online Network in the past week: @Chek2Sux @kdeey @Lisa_sydney34 @Gardengnome @Xzac @SadieF @Giesel @Shinny @Lib @Chrissycool @SydneyD @AnnaSunflower 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…
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Friday Update - 23rd June 2023
Greetings to new and existing members, Hope you are all rugged up in your part of the the world with winter's visit (If its still warm where you are up Nth, please send the warmth). If you are lucky enough to have snow near you or even a good touch of frost, please share pictures in the comments below! We have the final…