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I direct patients to the BCNA website to avail themselves of the amazing online options. While a plethora of evidence-based information awaits patients and carers, it is all about the community of people who understand which connects the BCNA family.

Lee Millard-Newton , Breast Care Nurse
Left to right: BCNA member Linda, lived experience representative with BRCA 1 gene mutation; Vicki Durston, BCNA Director Policy, Advocacy & Support Services; The Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care; Kirsten Pilatti, BCNA CEO, The Hon Mark Butler MP, Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care

Better outcomes for people with inherited high risk of breast cancer

We invite all healthcare professionals to read our newly launched position statement on prioritising access to prophylactic mastectomy.

You play a crucial role in the timely and equitable access to treatment options. This surgery can reduce a person’s risk of breast cancer by at least 95%.

The joint position statement is a collaboration between BCNA and the Australian Access to Breast Reconstruction Collaborative Group.

Timely access to risk-reducing surgeries

Support for health professionals

In this section you’ll find useful links to the tools and resources most commonly used by our health professional community.

BCNA Booklets and Factsheets

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A comprehensive collection of BCNA's booklets and factsheets to print for your patients
Service Finder

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Find a wide range of breast cancer related services for your patients based on their location
Send a My Journey referral

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Refer your patients to access evidence-based breast cancer information
Attend a BCNA event or webcast

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Join one of our regularly hosted events, promoting breast cancer information, awareness and connection
Policy and advocacy priorities

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Find out more about our impact and how you can get involved

Latest news

Updates on BCNA’s activities and impact, plus the latest information tailored to our health professionals.

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Left to right: BCNA member Linda, lived experience representative with BRCA 1 gene mutation; Vicki Durston, BCNA Director Policy, Advocacy & Support Services; The Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care; Kirsten Pilatti, BCNA CEO; The Hon Mark Butler MP, Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care
HP News
Article Published: 21 Nov 2024

Providing timely access to risk reducing surgery for your patients

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BCNA News
Article Published: 16 Oct 2024

New data captures true numbers for metastatic breast cancer

Pictured in front of several microphones, and wearing a floral shirt and bandana, is BCNA Consumer Representative Sarah Lee. Behind her (left to right) are Lauren Whiting (Owner, Lift Cancer Care Services), Ben McDonald (AstraZeneca Country President), Bronwyn White (Metastatic breast cancer lived experience rep), Vicki Durston (BCNA Director), Mark Butler MP (Federal Minister, Health and Aged Care) and Dr Michelle White (Medical Oncologist)
BCNA News
Article Published: 28 Aug 2024

Greater access to Enhertu for people with metastatic breast cancer

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HP News
Article Published: 28 May 2024

The power of connection for your patients 

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HP News
Article Published: 03 Aug 2023

BCNA brings key policy, health and data experts together at Canberra roundtable for change

News item: BCNA welcomes opportunity to take consumer voice to RACS
HP News
Article Published: 15 May 2023

BCNA welcomes opportunity to take consumer voice to RACS

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HP News
Article Published: 09 Nov 2023

Time to Count People with Metastatic Breast Cancer - A Way Forward  

The Interview Series

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Kerry Patford, Chief Nurse at the McGrath Foundation
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BCNA marks Cancer Nurses Day with Chief Nurse at McGrath Foundation, Kerry Patford

BCNA celebrates Cancer Nurses Day by highlighting Kerry Patford, Chief Nurse at the McGrath Foundation with over 35 years of experience.
Jenny Gilchrist - Breast Oncology Nurse Practitioner
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Celebrating cancer nurses like Jenny Gilchrist on Cancer Nurses Day

On Cancer Nurses Day, BCNA celebrates cancer nurses, spotlighting Jenny Gilchrist, a leading Breast Oncology Nurse Practitioner.
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The Interview with: Professor Neil Piller (Lymphologist)

Prof Neil Piller is Director of the Lymphoedema Clinical Research Unit at Flinders Uni. He shares insights in our 'Interview with' series
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The Interview with: Jessie Chenery - Breast Care Nurse (Metastatic)

Jessie is a McGrath Foundation breast care nurse (metastatic) in regional QLD. She shares her insights in our 'Interview with' series
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The Interview with: Chloe Oliver, Psychologist

Psychologist Chloe Oliver specialises in psycho-oncology in the Northern Territory. She shares her story in our 'Interview with' series
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The Interview with: Barbara Smith and Philip Mayo, Aboriginal Liaison Officers (Oncology)

Aboriginal Liaison Officers Barbara and Philip from the Alan Walker Cancer Centre in Darwin share their stories in our 'Interview with' series
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The Interview with: Dr Tonia Mezzini, Sexual Health Physician

Tonia is a former GP who now works as a Sexual Health Physician in Adelaide. She shares her insights in our 'Interview with' series

Support for your patients

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Resource Hub
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Our library of articles, podcasts, webcasts and personal stories
My Journey
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Explore articles and record symptoms

Our go-to online tool for high-quality, evidence-based information and insights
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Talk to others

An online forum where patients can chat with other people going through a similar experience
Attend an event
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Attend, learn and connect

BCNA hosts events to promote awareness and connection, plus in-person information forums and webcasts
My Decision
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Understand options

Information tools to help make decisions about breast reconstruction surgery, fertility and finances.
My Care Kit
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Free support kit

Get a free bra and support kit from BERLEI and Breast Cancer Network Australia

Resources for your patients

The following articles, podcasts, webcasts and personal stories have been curated for people who are going through a diagnosis or have recently been diagnosed.

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Breast cancer in Australia

Breast cancer statistics in Australia and the projected incidence of breast cancer in women by age in 2023
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New diagnosis of breast cancer

Ways to cope when you first receive a diagnosis of breast cancer
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Getting through the first few weeks

When you’re just diagnosed, everything can seem overwhelming. Follow these tips to manage your emotions and find the support you need
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Article

What is breast cancer?

‘Cancer’ is a group of diseases that develop when cells grow and spread. Cancer that starts in the breast is called breast cancer
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Article

Types of breast cancer

Definitions of common and less common breast cancers, the main subtypes or biomarkers, and the stages - early, locally advanced and metastatic
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Article

Your medical team 

You have choices about your care team, which may include a medical or radiation oncologist, surgeon, breast care nurse and more
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Article

Treatment

Breast cancer is treated in different ways and your specialist will talk about the best treatment options for you
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Breast cancer in the family

Only around 5% of people ‘inherit’ breast cancer. If you’re worried about your family’s risk, talk to your GP or breast cancer specialist
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Your voice and our impact

Our relationship with you and your colleagues is pivotal to ensuring we reach as many people diagnosed as possible, so they have access to the very latest evidence-based information and resources throughout their breast cancer experience.  

Our network of health professionals also ensures we are advocating for the issues that matter, informed by the people who are providing care, treatment and support to those diagnosed. We welcome you to get in touch with us at any time.

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