http://breacan.org.au:80/services-events/information-sessions 2010-07-21T14:30:11Z breacan.org.au BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/so-what-is-cancer-anyway/ 2009-10-15T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/breast-reconstruction-what-you-need-to-know/ 2009-07-08T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>This information session was recorded in October 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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/older-fitter-stronger/ 2009-07-08T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> BreaCan <a href="http://breacan.org.au:80/get-in-touch/where-to-find-us">Resource Centre</a></p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/breast-surgery-making-decisions/ 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/sleeping-soundly/ 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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!</p> <p>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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/breast-reconstruction-what-we-need-to-know/ 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/now-what-finding-your-new-normal/ 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> BreaCan /services-events/information-sessions/event/what-it-means-to-have-a-family-history-of-cancer/ 2009-04-02T00:00:00Z Unknown author <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>