Information Session Audio Archive

14 July 2011
Making A Choice: What you need to know about breast reconstruction

As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Hamish Farrow, consults with many women about breast reconstruction. In this session he covered the factors women need to consider in deciding what is right for them, the different types of reconstruction available and new developments in reconstructive surgery.

This podcast is 80 minutes in duration and 23MB – please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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05 May 2011
Breast Cancer & Bones – issues, treatment and the future

For women living with advanced breast or gynaecological cancer

Dr Richard De Boer is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Royal Melbourne and Western Hospitals, with significant involvement in clinical trials, both at the Australian and international levels. Richard has a major clinical interest in bone health and believes that there is an important relationship between breast cancer and bones. He talks about new treatments and highlights current thinking and preventative strategies.

This podcast is 105 minutes in duration and 31MB – please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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11 September 2010
‘Hope In The Face Of Uncertainty’: Forum for Women Living with Advanced Cancer

This Forum included a presentation on Hope in the Face of Uncertainty which was recorded and is now available to listen to here (or download).

Kate Wakelin from Cancer Council Victoria has a background in palliative care nursing and psycho-oncology, and many years of experience supporting people living with cancer. This talk was given at forum for women living with advanced cancer, organised by BreaCan and Cancer Council Victoria. In it, Kate discusses maintaining hope in the face of uncertainty, and practical strategies for living well.

This information session was recorded in September 2010 and is 45 minutes in duration (13.1MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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13 May 2010
Making Sense Of The Pathology Results

The important role a pathologist plays in the diagnosis of breast or gynaecological cancer is often not well understood. Dr. Leonie Constable is a Pathologist with Melbourne Pathology. In this session, she explained what happens from the time of the initial biopsy to the test results, the level of information you can expect, the criteria for staging a tumour and how a pathologist works with the medical team.

This information session was recorded in May 2010 and is 55 minutes in duration (16MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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03 May 2010
Treatment Options and Opportunities for Women with Advanced Breast Cancer

Dr Jacquie Chirgwin is a medical oncologist and Chairperson of the ANZ Breast Cancer Trials Group who has a passionate commitment to helping women with breast cancer. Jacquie talks on the different treatments available at present, options for symptom control, as well as new developments and approaches that may be possibilities in the future.

This information session was recorded in May 2010 and is 100 minutes in duration (29MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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07 April 2010
Lymphoedema

Judy Purbrick, Senior Physiotherapist at Mercy Hospital Lymphoedema Clinic, talks about lymphoedema and its association with gynaecological and breast cancer. Women who believe they may be at risk of developing lymphoedema after cancer surgery, or would just like to know more, are encouraged to listen to this podcast.

This information session was recorded in April 2010 and is 60 minutes in duration (18MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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11 February 2010
Fatigue - To Rest Or Not To Rest?

Tiredness can be alleviated by a quick cat nap or a good night’s sleep. Fatigue, especially as a result of cancer treatment, isn’t as easy to overcome. Elizabeth Pearson, Occupational Therapist from Peter Mac talks in a practical way about cancer-related fatigue and what people can do to help themselves feel better.

This information session was recorded in February 2010 and is 64 minutes in duration (18.7MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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12 November 2009
So What is Cancer Anyway?

Women often ask us; what is cancer, how does it develop, and what’s happening in regard to new treatments? Dr Richard De Boer is an experienced Medical Oncologist who works in both the private and public health systems. He shares his knowledge about the physiology of cancer and emerging therapies for women with breast and/or ovarian cancer.

This information session was recorded in November 2009 and is 79 minutes in duration (23MB) - please be aware that it may take a few minutes to download a file of this size.

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24 October 2009
Now What - Finding Your New Normal

Dr Carrie Lethborg is a Social Worker in the Social Work and Oncology Departments at St Vincent’s Hospital. In this session, Carrie talked about the many issues common to women who have completed treatment for cancer. She discussed strategies to assist recovery, goal setting and learning to live with uncertainty.

This information session was recorded in October 2009 and is 78 minutes in duration (23MB) - please be aware that it may take a few minutes to download a file of this size.

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12 October 2009
Breast Reconstruction - what you need to know

Dr Gillian Farrell is a plastic surgeon who works in the field of breast reconstruction. In this session, Gillian covered a number of areas including what women need to consider when deciding on breast reconstruction, the types of reconstructive surgery available and new developments in the field today.

This information session was recorded in October 2009 and is 79 minutes in duration (18MB) – please be aware that it may take a few minutes to download a file of this size.

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14 September 2009
Older, Fitter, Stronger

Libby Oldfield, Director of Fitwise Physiotherapy, will help us understand why it’s important to maintain good health, bone density and fitness as we age. Research shows gentle weight bearing exercises can improve well being, reduce falls and risk of fractures and osteoporosis, and help us lead an active life.

Location: BreaCan Resource Centre

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20 May 2009
What it Means to Have a Family History of Cancer

A cancer diagnosis is difficult enough, but factor in a family history of breast or ovarian cancer and the issues and complexities increase significantly. In this session, Mary-Anne Young, Genetic Counsellor with the Familial Cancer Centre at Peter Mac, explained the implications of a family history of cancer and talked about the role of the Centre, its innovative projects, and the support available to people faced with a family history of cancer.

This information session was recorded in May 2009 and is 63 minutes in duration (19MB) - please be aware that it may take a few minutes to download a file of this size.

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16 April 2009
Sleeping Soundly

People with cancer face a range of significant physical and emotional stressors and the large majority will experience sleep problems at some point during their cancer experience. Justine Diggens, Clinical Psychologist from Peter Mac, talks about what contributes to sleep problems, what happens when we are sleep deprived, cancer specific factors that contribute to sleep loss and some strategies to get that good night’s sleep!

This information session was recorded in April 2009 and is 60 minutes in duration (22MB) - please be aware that it may take a few minutes to download a file of this size.

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21 April 2008
Breast Reconstruction - what we need to know

Dr. Hamish Farrow is a plastic surgeon who works in the field of breast reconstruction. In this session, Hamish will cover a number of areas including what women need to consider when deciding on breast reconstruction, the types of reconstruction surgery available and new developments in the field today.

This information session was recorded in April 2008 and is 80 minutes in duration (23MB) please be aware that it may take sometime to download the file.

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27 October 2005
Breast Surgery - making decisions

Jane O'Brien is an experienced breast surgeon who talks about what a breast cancer diagnosis means, the steps involved in surgery, and how she works with women in making decisions about their treatment and care. As part of the session Jane also discusses the common issues and difficulties that are faced by women at this early stage of treatment.

This information session was recorded in October 2005 and is 60 minutes in duration (19MB), please be aware that it may take some time to download.

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