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Adelaide Breast Cancer Forum  3 June 2009 Over 400 breast cancer survivors will gather in Adelaide on the 3rd of June to share experiences and discuss life after breast cancer. Guest speakers include oncologist Fran Boyle AM and author Dr Stephanie Dowrick. Topics to be covered include ‘life after breast cancer treatment’ and ‘how to maintain emotional wellbeing’. Download complete media release  Adelaide Forum press release 60.30 Kb Media enquiries and interviews Jamie Wilczek, Media Coordinator 0488 414 782 This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it   Herceptin program continues for women with secondary breast cancer  3 May 2009  Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) today welcomed the Federal Government's announcement about the continuation of the Herceptin program for women living with secondary breast cancer. Download complete media release   BCNA Heceptin Media Release May 2009 56.98 Kb Media enquiries and interviews Jamie Wilczek, Media Coordinator 0488 414 782 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Date of media release: 3 May 2009 Pink Footy Day May 2009 On the Mother's Day weekend (9 -10 May) VCFL clubs and Country Netball teams will be playing with Pink Balls to rasie funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia.  Media release Pink Footy Day May 2009161.43 Kb Media enquiries and interviews: Jamie Wilczek 0488 414 782 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it For more details visit our Pink Footy Day page.   A chance to pay tribute to an Australian champion Marathon running champion, Kerryn McCann was today honoured by the Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon. At the request of the McCann's, participants have been asked to help raise money for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).  An organisation established to support and represent those affected by the disease. Download complete media release -    A chance to pay tribute to an Australian champion 17.68 Kb Media Enquiries and Interviews: Jamie Wilczek, Media Coordinator, 03) 9805 2572 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Date of media release: 16 February 2009 High Risk Women Win Medicare Rebate 23nd December 2008 Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) today welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement about a new scheme for women at high risk of developing breast cancer.  Download complete media release -  MRI Medicare Media Release 41.74 Kb  Media Enquiries and Interviews: Jamie Wilczek, Media Coordinator, 03) 9805 2572 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it '; document.write( '' ); document.write( addy_text97648 ); document.write( '<\/a>' ); //-->\n This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it     Media Notes  Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is the peak national organisation representing Australians affected by breast cancer and links over 33,000 members and 209 Member Groups which provide a network of support for those dealing with breast cancer. Through this work BCNA has earned a reputation for being well informed and equipped to assist the media with enquiries relating to breast cancer. BCNA has a number of breast cancer survivors who are willing to share their stories. These women have personal experience and are passionate about breast cancer issues. We also work closely with health professionals who are willing to speak about breast cancer issues and the impact on women and their families. BCNA has been called upon to comment on various issues including the treatment, care and support available to Australians dealing with breast cancer. CEO and breast cancer survivor Lyn Swinburne and Policy Manager, Michelle Marven are available for interviews/comment on BCNA activities and breast cancer issues. For information or comment on any issue and to arrange interviews please contact Jamie Wilczek, Media Coordinator, T: 03 9805 2572, or  E:  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it '; document.write( '' ); document.write( addy_text20307 ); document.write( '<\/a>' ); //-->\n This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it     Archived Media Releases 2008 2007 2006 Last update: May 2009