The Beacon December FY22

CONTENTS

LISTEN, WATCH, READ

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Letter from the CEO

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Ongoing support from our partners

STORIES 5

Breast cancer inspired me to make changes to my lifestyle Transitioning back to work after breast cancer treatment Ask the Expert: Genetics and the risk of breast cancer Finding strength: A young mum’s cancer experience Being a breast care nurse in regional Australia Planning for the future: Advance care planning Discovering the power of words and reflections BCNA leads consumer voice at Australasian International Breast Congress (AIBC)

PODCAST SERIES

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In conversation with Tania and Fiona: The challenges of living in a rural area following a breast cancer diagnosis

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In conversation with Harry and Pieter: Raising awareness for men and breast cancer

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INTERACTIVE DIGITAL EVENT ASK THE EXPERT

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Living well with lymphoedema with Maree O’Connor

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Around the Network

Managing the side effects of hormone blocking treatment with Michelle White

Christmas Appeal and 12 Gifts of Christmas

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Field of Women 2023

Just diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, what’s next?

Editor: Amelia Cox Designer: Marianna Berek-Lewis Contributors: Jeanie Watson, Lisa Berger and Kerrie Griffin

Food and movement when living with metastatic breast cancer

INFORMATION FORUM Rockhampton on-demand presentations

Breast Cancer Network Australia Level 1, 293 Camberwell Road, Camberwell VIC 3124 1800 500 258 contact@bcna.org.au bcna.org.au

CONNECTING WITH OUR COMMUNITY

December 2022 | Issue 93

Breast Cancer Network Australia

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