Annual public breast cancer lecture - garvan institute
Attended the annual public breast cancer lecture last Friday at the garvan institute in Sydney. Shame it wasn't better publicised as the speakers and information were fabulous. It was streamed on zoom and the garvans fb page so may still be available♂️ Today is men's breast cancer awareness day 👬
1 in 556 men are diagnosed with breast cancer—in 2023 Paul became one of them. After finding a lump under his left armpit, Paul decided to see his doctor about it and was later diagnosed with breast cancer. A former professional basketballer in the States and in Australia, Paul says at the time he was in excellent shape, living a full life, and his youngest son was just six months old. "The news of a cancer diagnosis for me was loaded with overwhelming doses of shock and fear. Being a man with breast cancer, I felt a touch of shame and embarrassment.” Says Paul Share this post with your friends to remind them to know their normal so they can spot when something isn’t, because anyone can get breast cancer. To read more of Paul’s story and for information and resources for men click the link: https://www.bcna.org.au/resources/personal-stories/not-just-a-woman-s-disease/Have you always wondered, how do I self-check?
WHEN DID YOU LAST FEEL YOURSELF? It’s a question that could change everything. HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOURSELF? Every woman’s body is unique but knowing what’s normal for you is what matters most. Early detection saves lives. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are urging you to give your breasts more mirror time and build regular breast self-checks into your routine. Our campaign has one clear goal: to empower women with the knowledge and confidence to know their normal, so they can spot what’s not. We know that early detection saves lives. That is why we are determined to create a future where every woman feels encouraged, empowered, and supported to notice changes in her breasts early and act quickly. We are starting today. Watch our educational film here.Know Yourself. Feel Yourself.
Today we launch Know Yourself. Feel Yourself. 💗 Watch our campaign video Note: This campaign includes images of real bodies, shown respectfully to promote breast health awareness and body confidence This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re urging you to give your breasts more mirror time and build regular breast self-checks into your routine. Join us at the BCNA Self Breast Check Hub at North Bondi Surf Life Saving Club (Oct 9–12) For those unable to attend in person, we invite you to watch our educational video and find out more about the campaign via the link https://www.bcna.org.au/know-yourself-feel-yourself/📣 BreastScreen progress has flatlined. BCNA’s response to AIHW data.
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is calling on the Federal Government to immediately action recommended reforms to the national BreastScreen program. The newly released BreastScreen Australia Monitoring Report 2025 reveals a disappointing 2% increase in participation between 2021–22 and 2023–24. “Yes, more women are being screened — but that’s because there are more women, not because the program is performing better.” Says Vicki Durston, BCNA’s Director or Policy, Advocacy and Support Services BCNA is calling for urgent reform: ✅ Risk-based screening ✅ Breast density reporting ✅ AI & innovation investment ✅ National consistency ✅ Equity for Indigenous women BCNA says women and families cannot wait any longer for an effective, modern breast screening program and is calling for urgent action. Read BCNA’s full response at https://www.bcna.org.au/media-releases/breastscreen-progress-has-flatlined-bcna-responds-to-aihw-data/🎇Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month!🎇
Today marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We know that for many in our network, this time can carry a range of emotions. This October, we’ve listened to our community — to the stories, the lessons, and the strength of more than 250,000 voices — and we’re bringing that forward to create awareness and empowerment for all. On October 9, we’ll reveal a national campaign that we believe can make a real difference for Australians. We look forward to sharing more with you soon. Click here for a video message from our CEO, Kirsten Pilatti🙌 Welcome to the breast cancer awareness Group!
We’re excited to open this new publicly accessible space where awareness, education, and community come together. Whether you're here to learn, share your story, support others, or stay informed — you’re in the right place. This group is just getting started, and we’d love for you to help shape it into a supportive, active, and empowering community. As more people join, we hope this becomes a hub for connection, conversation, and collective knowledge. Your voice and presence matter here. Let’s raise awareness — together.
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PUBLIC GROUP - This group is for anyone passionate about raising awareness of breast cancer, whether you're here to learn, support a loved one, share resources, or help spread the word. Together, we explore ways to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and encourage early conversations about breast health. You don’t need to have a diagnosis to be part of this space—just a willingness to connect, listen, and contribute to a more informed and compassionate community. This group is open to the public (not just members of our online network) to help broaden access to important information, practical advice, and peer support.
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