Welcome 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.Welcome 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.Omico - 'Cancer and Genomics Webinar'
I recently attended Omico's 'Cancer and Genomics Webinar' which I found insightful. The webinar is now available to watch on demand—whether you missed it, want to revisit key insights, or share it with others who may benefit: Webinar Recording What’s Covered in the Webinar: ✔️ The role of precision oncology and CGP in today’s cancer care ✔️ Partnering with your oncologist to explore CGP and targeted treatments ✔️ Understanding clinical trials—how matching works and what participation involves ✔️ A Q&A with genomics experts, clinicians, nurses, and patients
Webcast: New and emerging treatments for metastatic breast cancer 23 March 2021
Hi All, BCNA will be hosting a webcast on Tuesday 23 March about new and emerging treatments for metastatic breast cancer with Dr Nick Zdenkowski, Medical Oncologist and Kim Parish, BCNA Consumer Representative. You can find more information on the webcast or register to attend here https://kapara.rdbk.com.au/landers/d5cb47.html Thanks, Laura
Psychologist Webinar Tonight
You may have seen an email pop into your inbox from BCNA about a webinar tonight on psychological impact of BC. I'm hoping that it will be good as, having heard Dr Tottman speak at the conference last year, she is excellent. So, if you've got the time, I would recommend giving it a listen.Webinar - Overcoming Fatigue: How to get your energy back after cancer 24 October 2019
Webinar Invitation - Cancer Council New South Wales. Overcoming Fatigue: How to get your energy back after cancer. Fatigue is when you feel very tired, weak, drained and worn out. Cancer-related fatigue is different to normal tiredness because it doesn’t always go away with rest or sleep. Some people describe it as mental and physical exhaustion. Research shows that most people experience fatigue after their cancer diagnosis. While fatigue may be expected, life doesn’t stop. You may still need to do daily things like go to work, pick up the kids, do the shopping and clean your house. In this webinar, we will look at ways you can manage your fatigue and get your energy back. We will also explore some useful services that can support you through these challenging times. Date: Thursday, October 24, 2019 Time: 7 pm to 8 pm AEDT Duration: 60 Minutes Where: Online - join via your computer, tablet or smartphone Presenters: A/Prof Haryana Dhillon, Dr Ash Malalaskera and Sabrina Wren *If you are not available on the night you can still register and we will send you a link to the recorded webinar to watch later. REGISTER HERE
Things people say Webinar
Hi all, We thought you might be interested in this webinar by Cancer Council NSW on Thursday 29 November. Here is a bit of a blurb about it: It seems everyone has an opinion on cancer and they aren’t afraid to share it with you. But how do you manage and respond to these comments? Having cancer can affect your relationships with family, friends and colleagues. This may be because cancer is stressful, tiring and upsetting, or as a result of more positive changes to your values, priorities, or outlook on life. People close to you may deal with cancer in different ways, for example, by being overly positive, playing down fears, or keeping a distance. Friends and family may say things like “but you look fine”, “your treatment has finished now” and “the cancer has gone, hasn’t it?” They may have difficulty accepting that you may still need support or that some symptoms can persist for long periods of time or may never go away. It’s natural for family and friends to want the distress and disruption of can cer to be behind you. They care about you and want you to be well. However, if you find their reactions difficult to handle, you may need some strategies to help you manage. This webinar aims to provide strategies to help you manage social relationships, particularly in the lead up to the festive season which can be a very challenging time. Here's the link if you're interested https://login.redbackconferencing.com.au/landers/page/dadbe6Webinar - 'How do I reclaim my confidence after treatment' 18 October 2018 7 pm - 8 pm
Webinar Invitation Body Image - "How do I reclaim my confidence after treatment?" Date: Thursday, October 18, 2018 Time: 7 pm to 8 pm AEDT Duration: 60 Minutes Where: Online - join via your computer, tablet or smart phone Presenters: Dr. Haryana Dhillon, A/Prof Susan Carroll and a Cancer Survivor CLICK HERE TO REGISTER If you are unable to view the above button please click here ** If you are not available on the night you can still register and we will send you a link to the recorded webinar to watch later. About the Webinar Cancer can affect you in physical and emotional ways. Changes to your body can affect the way you feel about yourself (your self-esteem) and make you feel self-conscious. You may feel less confident about who you are and what you can do after treatment. You may worry about starting a new relationship after cancer treatment, especially if your body has changed. This webinar will discuss some practical strategies to help cancer survivors to reclaim their confidence after treatment. Meet your presenters Dr. Haryana Dhillon Haryana is a Senior Research Fellow in Cancer Survivorship at the Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-based Decision-making (CeMPED), School of Psychology, University of Sydney. She is also a member of the Board of the Clinical Oncological Society of Australia (COSA) and Council, and chair of the Survivorship Group of COSA.Haryana co-leads a Cancer Survivorship Research Group based in the University of Sydney. The group is supported on peer-reviewed funding, allowing studies in cancer and cognition, physical activity in cancer populations, and symptom management in cancer survivors. She maintains an active research interest in health literacy and communication in the cancer setting. A/Prof Susan Carroll Susan is a Senior Staff Specialist and Clinical Associate Professor for Sydney University who has 18 years of experience working in major tertiary hospitals in Sydney. Her specialty areas are in the treatment of breast cancers, haematological malignancies and lower gastrointestinal cancers. She is a strong advocate for kindness and compassion and patient focused care, and in ensuring optimal treatment for her patients by embracing innovative technologies within her specialty areas. TBC Cancer Survivor We look forward to your participation,
