There are many thousands of women who have survived breast cancer and are living full, satisfying lives.
If you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, we hope our website will help you find the information and support you need.
To help you out, information is organised under different main headings e.g. New diagnosis. Use the navigation menu on the left to browse this section, and the main navigation at the top to visit other sections.
"Every person and every story is so different -- including yours. Listen to advice, but remember you are an individual. Your body will react differently from the next person's. Don't scare yourself with unnecessary comparisons." --Sam
What should I do now?
You will probably be bombarded with information and advice in the early weeks, so here are some practical suggestions:
- stop, slow down and think about what you need to get you through this time
- actively participate in your health care by being well-prepared and asking questions
- get the information you need to manage your health in the best way for you
- take one step at a time
- if you don't understand anything, keeping asking questions until you do
- don't rush your decisions
- speak up if you have concerns or questions
- consider taking someone close to you to medical appointments so they can take notes for you
- find a medical team that will work for and with you
- don't be afraid to ask for help
- be gentle on yourself
- focus on recovery.
Where can I find more information?
- You can order a free My Journey Kit which is a comprehensive information resource for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer.
- Join our online network if you think that talking to others online and sharing experiences will help.
- The section on breast cancer and treatment for young women covers key issues for pre-menopausal women diagnosed with breast cancer.
- The section on male breast cancer provides information and resources specific to men diagnosed with breast cancer.
- The Messages of hope booklet contains messages from women who have been through breast cancer.
- The Cancer Australia website (formerly the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre) has a comprehensive section of information on breast cancer.
Downloads
- Messages of Hope.pdf (PDF, 327.43 KB)
