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New financial and practical assistance fact sheet now available!
Hi all,
I thought I would let you know that BCNA has just launched our new Financial and Practical Assistance fact sheet for women.
It outlines a range of benefits, subsidies and services that may be available for you and your family to help reduce the financial impact of breast cancer.
We hope that the fact sheet is helpful to you as well as those who may be supporting you - whether it be a partner, parent, friend or colleague.
A big thank you for your involvement in Pink Sports Day
Morning all,
I wanted to send a sincere 'thank you' to those who were involved in a local Pink Sports Day events around the country.
Up to 1,000 sporting clubs across Australia turned pink over Mother's Day weekend (11-12 May 2013) to pay tribute to those in their community affected by breast cancer, while raising funds and awareness for BCNA.
The initial feedback has been very positive so thank you for taking the time out of your weekend to contribute to the success of the campaign.
Cheers,
Tess
A million reasons to buy a pink bun
Hello from a very excited Queen of Pink Bun,
My favourite time of the year is here again.....Pink Bun time!
Between 2nd - 22nd May, more than 600 Bakers Delight bakeries across Australia will ‘pink up’ and donate 100% of the sale of their Pink Finger Buns to BCNA.
KitchenAid Giveaway for Mother’s Day
Updated: 16/05/2013 - Giveaway now closed!
GIVEAWAY!
KitchenAid has long been a supporter of BCNA and this Mother’s Day we’re excited to giveaway a KitchenAid Baking Essentials prize pack to one lucky online network member valued at $149.85.
The prize pack includes a KitchenAid Hand Mixer (pictured), KitchenAid Spatula and a Profiline PushPan – everything you need to whip up a fabulous cake this Mother’s Day!
Upcoming events
Afternoon all,
I just wanted to introduce myself – my name is Katrina and I’m the Fundraising Manager at BCNA.
I joined the team at the end of last year and in that time I have met some amazing members and volunteers and have been working on some really exciting initiatives.
It always amazes me how quickly the first few months of the year fly by and I can’t believe we are already into April!
Amongst all the programs and resources we plan to deliver this year – we also have a full year of awareness and fund raising activities and events planned:
New financial and practical assistance fact sheet now available!
Hi all,
I thought I would let you know that BCNA has just launched our new Financial and Practical Assistance fact sheet for women.
It outlines a range of benefits, subsidies and services that may be available for you and your family to help reduce the financial impact of breast cancer.
We hope that the fact sheet is helpful to you as well as those who may be supporting you - whether it be a partner, parent, friend or colleague.
Next get-together
A lovely scar
When I had my first ultrasound and mammo on Friday the lady doing it before starting said YOU Have a beautiful scar it's perfect. and then she said the scar inside is also beautiful wow what a great thing to say to someone. I thanked her and she said my pleasure. Even though I will wait till this Thursday for results this lady made me feel great! I cannot believe its 10months since my original diagnosis surgery and treatment whoa where does it go. Love to all Adean
Taxol 7, Herceptin 2
Taxol 7 today, arrived at oncology unit at 2pm. Unusually busy for this time of the day, got told by one of the nurses 4 reactions! Finally go in, escorted by a new agency nurse never set eyes on before. Wait an hour for pre-meds and start Taxol at 3.55pm. Starting to feel teary by this stage as I was quite tired. Same agency nurse was getting instructed by one of the other nurses how to hook up Taxol. Then for no real reason I burst into tears. Nurses and Oncologist thought I was having a reaction too! No I sobbed just over it and don't want to be here today.
Amoena Bras Bounce!
And that's not good when you have stithces from both armpits to both nipples!
I bought this bra because David Jones don't stock the berlei ones anymore! They are about half the price of the berlei one and I should add that I'm a C cup and my surgeon keeps saying "You have very dense breasts!" but having to clutch your boobs as you dash though town is not good.
I know lots of ladies have a different experience of these bras but I had to pop into the local Bouboir and buy a nice firm Berlei. Tried and true.
Upcoming group event
Relay for Life
Saturday begins with the survivor and carer walk which also includes newly diagnosed and partners.
This year the relay is to promote mens cancers....so when we get together we will discuss ideas on the theme and dress up.
If you wish to join our team please let Fran or Ben know or just register on the day.
Come and have fun with us for 24 hours and camp out.
When:Sat, 05/10/2013 - 11:59pm - Sun, 06/10/2013 - 12:03pm
Where: 6 Lake drive, Howqua Inlet, VIC, 3723, Australia
Pink Pilates Information Night - Melbourne
When:Mon, 27/05/2013 - 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: 96 kelletts rd, rowville, VIC, 3178, Australia
Look Good Feel Better
Look Good…Feel Better is a free community service that helps people undergoing cancer treatment to manage the appearance-related side-effects caused by their treatment.
Dates:
5th Feb, 12th Mar, 16th Apr, 28th May, 2nd Jul, 20th Aug, 17th Sept, 22nd Oct, 26th Nov.
Contact:
Rita Quinlan, Cancer Care Centre, Wollongong Hospital on 02 4222 5769.
When:Tue, 05/02/2013 - 10:00am - Tue, 26/11/2013 - 12:30pm
Where: WEA Auburn St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500, Australia
