Finally counted: A milestone for Victorians living with metastatic breast cancer
For the first time, Victoria has counted everyone living with metastatic breast cancer in the state, marking a major step forward for visibility, recognition, and support. New data released by the Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR) estimates that 4,461 Victorians are living with metastatic breast cancer, making them visible in the health system and ensuring their needs can are not overlooked. This achievement is the result of decades of consumer-led advocacy by Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA), collaboration with the Victorian Cancer Registry and Cancer Council Victoria, and the determination of women living with metastatic breast cancer who have long called for change. Read more via the link Finally counted: A milestone for Victorians living with metastatic breast cancerWelcome New Members - 20th June 2025
Welcome to members who recently joined our community! We hope you are connecting with others and finding support. riverflows BWG shroomietornado Newsusuau JamieM M0nP Jojo167 Nichola67 Squish BaggyPants33 HardDecisions Wilson09 Jess_ica BrissyGirl Michelle666 Chk2025 Charles6 Morag kat06 eberk BrisKate Shittingmypants Annie8 Duck2 grungle Fran6244 HopefulKind Swallow shez29 Nsin Bron77 PSR flatout Megs33 Libby52 Gailae71 Rosemary_C Dappermongrel Mat Tigers1962 Lana1 Amorrison Steph19 Mummamia22 MayaClaire Rona2302 Ksmith19 VeraRose26 KateCr mountains94 penlou Kate_M EddieC Klio Frances1 bcjourney Annie2025 31breastca Boy-Mum Salmax Forgetful_Lucy neene38 Juan nesssie31 NatR LokiLambchop Kp1111 Niks74 Cathy1 D69 Dunney Roz67 sabrinaperri This forum is a supportive space where you can connect with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. Explore our various groups for greater peer-to-peer support. Helpful Links to Get You Started: How to start a discussion About BCNA's Online Network Check out our private groups! BCNA Online Network Groups Community Guidelines New breast cancer diagnosis? Read Living with DCIS, LCIS or early breast cancer Listen to BCNA's podcasts: Upfront About Breast Cancer: Just Diagnosed - What's Next? What You Don't Know Until You Do Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis? Watch Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer - what's next? Get the Most Out of Our Community: Our long-time members (and newbies too!) are a wealth of information. Don't hesitate to post your questions. You can also update your profile with details about yourself, such as your breast cancer experience and where you live (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Regional Victoria) for more targeted responses. You may like to check some of our more light-hearted discussion threads while you are here: Friday Funnies Wise words Creative Corner! Our Gardens Need Help? Message BCNA_Mod or one of our other moderators: Daina_BCNA Mez_BCNA Astrida_BCNA Risha_BCNA Denise_BCNA . You can also contact BCNA's Helpline Manager Kate_BCNA Please Note: Please be aware that your posts and comments in the public discussions and public groups can be found and read by anyone, including those who are not members of the network. This means that what you share in a public discussion or public group may be read by a wider audience, please consider this when sharing sensitive or personal details. The Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on weekends. For urgent queries, contact the Helpline Team via email at helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm AEST.Every story counts
3,863 Queenslanders living with metastatic breast cancer have been counted, ending years of invisibility for this community and making sure they are seen and recognised in the health system for the first time. When we recognise the real people behind the data, we can create positive change for all, and help shape better care, support and research for Australians affected by breast cancer. Now is the time for other state and territories to act, and make sure every Australian living with metastatic breast cancer is seen, heard, and counted. Read more via the link Landmark step for women with metastatic breast cancer in Queensland
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My beautiful son wants to shave his head and raise money for Breast cancer, for me and also a dear friend who sadly past away from breast cancer. There seems to be lots of cancer sites you can register for. As it is a huge thing (he is 13) how do i know which is the best to go with Breast Cancer Fundraising | Become a Pink Hero with NBCF Worlds greatest shave, cancer council shave etc.Pink Bun is back!
Pink Bun is back! From today to 21 May 2025, at Bakers Delight bakeries across the country have turned pink to show their support for Australians affected by breast cancer Pink Bun 2025! Buy a Fun Bun, or even better, a 6 pack! 100% of sales go directly to BCNA and they're available at all Bakers Delight bakeries from 1 to 21 May. 🔗Find out how to get involved and find your nearest bakery via the link Support the Pink Bun Campaign 2025 You can also check out the broadcast on Channel 9's Today show earlier today Today Show Channel 9Welcome New Members - 23rd May 2025
Welcome to members who recently joined our community in the past few weeks. We hope you are enjoying the conversations! mezmf bear91 EMKT Nigella Sintah25 never_better Shar24 IDK16 Kmc GiniD Elgy Waratah shacol Linda67 184129 nowavic14 LeanneO PositiveVibes2 Sarah146 Luna_Loops Shell69 ZL HannahMich JosephineB1 Trud Modiri2 jd46 Rileyrat Kyleila Susan2025 Gigi_68 lemony Regina MB7 Clementine mis71t Jh2703 Ghadiri hmphmidgadzooks Michelle13 PygmyPossum25 Elaine66 eeyore_kun SAYO46 This forum is a supportive space where you can connect with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. Explore our various groups for greater peer-to-peer support. Helpful Links to Get You Started: How to start a discussion About BCNA's Online Network Check out our private groups! BCNA Online Network Groups Community Guidelines New breast cancer diagnosis? Read Living with DCIS, LCIS or early breast cancer Listen to BCNA's podcasts: Upfront About Breast Cancer: Just Diagnosed - What's Next? What You Don't Know Until You Do Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis? Watch Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer - what's next? Get the Most Out of Our Community: Our long-time members (and newbies too!) are a wealth of information. Don't hesitate to post your questions. You can also update your profile with details about yourself, such as your breast cancer experience and where you live (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Regional Victoria) for more targeted responses. You may like to check some of our more light-hearted discussion threads while you are here: Friday Funnies Wise words Creative Corner! Our Gardens Need Help? Message BCNA_Mod or one of our other moderators: Daina_BCNA Mez_BCNA Astrida_BCNA Risha_BCNA Denise_BCNA . You can also contact BCNA's Helpline Manager Kate_BCNA Please Note: Please be aware that your posts and comments in the public discussions and public groups can be found and read by anyone, including those who are not members of the network. This means that what you share in a public discussion or public group may be read by a wider audience, please consider this when sharing sensitive or personal details. The Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on weekends. For urgent queries, contact the Helpline Team via email at helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm AEST.Happy Volunteer Week!
Happy National Volunteer Week to everyone who dedicates their time to support people affected by breast cancer. You make BCNA’s impact so much bigger. There are so many to thank. From our office volunteers, Consumer Representatives, event volunteers, interns, specialist project volunteers and those who pack My Care Kits every day, to our Ambassadors, Health Professionals and the BCNA staff who volunteer outside of their paid work: thank you for your tireless work behind the scenes. We simply wouldn't be able to do what we do without the unwavering support, commitment, and passion of every single person who helps us in a voluntary capacity.
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Hi all I am 6 months post bilateral mastectomies and still having a few issues. Haven’t been to follow up appointments because I am a nurse and hate being in the patient side. Haven’t been to also avoided all counselling as I feel there are women far worse off than me but would be good to chat to women who have been through the same. EmmaWelcome New Members - 9th May 2025
Welcome to members who recently joined our community since the new platform update at the end of March. We hope you are enjoying the conversations! ads000au 543 JMA Cinta8 shipship Travelmac Madfairies inkblot58 BrendaB marglav Positiveus Nala25 TanyaT6 NDS Minka Amber77 Jane1981 Roses AliceM Pompeygirl2022 Danniskye Anna25 Beatrixb Amanda1909 Jaffa Sammy70 BelindaC ccross Allied Dennie Higgsy mel51 Posi Arnie07 TNBCHubby Marion50 suziq123 Lisaj53 Dayle Laura_5 Kym72 Tilbee jw2025 Coll1102 Jithin LaceysMum Bex Hurstmel helent Jaime rlb Bumblebee Nannybelle TC80 sueper70 thelifeofKH Tessa75 Melsie11 C_Honey JudithN LA Jo195 LQ emma85 Shereeh5 glasskat Jillie Lulijus Angela111 tnbc_2025 ABC123 Mazza1949 trinity_sue lollyshopgirl Sharkyswim Loralie1996 Youngad StephBfree Caz_ Fun-1 SJ11 bl glen Annie62 Cazza12 Subie01 shubhangifusam Sensi_713 Shelleigh Milan irob JMM j777 Fulyn Kirt April2025 larazon sfishe10 geeg susieq1969 LauraB27 vixterh Tetel Ando Cath74 EJM Miftymel Oddangie Sue12 Rose1988 nicholsmi Cath_68 Nani Leeo AJay Prim79 Braktas1 NelzD80 SamG latteandleaves Palmy66 Kevinamada LisadoesBC Livinglife111 Thames Jen5 paulina_gtzr kjwhite01 Dollycat1 Scotland123 DL_4481 JessEA scoutblazing A81 Gidget QP Ally327 Suzie54carter ljames Una Jane1970 Lizzie27 Ashkii LULUSMUM Vicki27 Ritam 3749447 TCH mezmf Jo-SA AnnieM42 Jewelzbee Aries01 Lisa76 layna PatW netney ThinLizzy HoneyBee3 Lou25 Neeke45 Wenzaroo11 CKewley jackie-1957 KA Shellby katethompson3 This forum is a supportive space where you can connect with generous members who provide meaningful support to each other. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. Explore our various groups for greater peer-to-peer support. Helpful Links to Get You Started: How to start a discussion About BCNA's Online Network Check out our private groups! BCNA Online Network Groups Community Guidelines New breast cancer diagnosis? Read Living with DCIS, LCIS or early breast cancer Listen to BCNA's podcasts: Upfront About Breast Cancer: Just Diagnosed - What's Next? What You Don't Know Until You Do Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis? Watch Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer - what's next? Get the Most Out of Our Community: Our long-time members (and newbies too!) are a wealth of information. Don't hesitate to post your questions. You can also update your profile with details about yourself, such as your breast cancer experience and where you live (e.g., Sydney, Melbourne, Regional Victoria) for more targeted responses. You may like to check some of our more light-hearted discussion threads while you are here: Friday Funnies Wise words Creative Corner! Our Gardens Need Help? Message BCNA_Mod or one of our other moderators: Daina_BCNA Astrida_BCNA Risha_BCNA Denise_BCNA . You can also contact BCNA's Helpline Manager Kate_BCNA Please Note: Please be aware that your posts and comments in the public discussions and public groups can be found and read by anyone, including those who are not members of the network. This means that what you share in a public discussion or public group may be read by a wider audience, please consider this when sharing sensitive or personal details. The Online Network is not moderated by staff/volunteers on weekends. For urgent queries, contact the Helpline Team via email at helpline@bcna.org.au or phone 1800 500 258, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm AEST.BCNA Policy Priorities 2025
Every day, 58 Australians are diagnosed with breast cancer. Too many face high financial costs, and ongoing emotional and health challenges. That’s why BCNA is calling on the Government to make treatment more affordable, improve early detection, provide better support, and invest in vital cancer data. 🔗Read our policy priorities via the link BCNA Policy Priorities 2025
