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Hereditary Breast Cancer BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebTherefore, if an individual carries a BRCA gene fault, there is a 50:50 or 1 in 2 chance that they will pass that copy of the gene onto each child. Figures can vary but we quote that a …

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Access to New Medicines BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebAs international research continues to unravel the complexity of breast cancer and its many sub-types, a steady stream of exciting new medicines targeting each type comes to …

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Chemotherapy BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebChemotherapy involves the use of special drugs to attack and kill breast cancer cells. For women with early breast cancer, chemotherapy can prevent breast cancer from recurring …

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Who we are BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebOur committee members are: Libby Burgess - Chair. Libby Burgess chairs BCAC, a charity that supports, informs and represents New Zealanders with breast cancer. She serves as …

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About Breast Cancer BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebBreast cancer is primarily a woman's disease, but around one per cent of cases will affect men (Ministry of Health). Every year, more than 650 women die from breast cancer in …

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www.breastcancer.org

Web1 www.breastcancer.org.nz Briefing on Breast Cancer Issues and Solutions for New Zealand For: Hon. Andrew Little, Minister of Health CC: Hon. Dr Ayesha Verrall, …

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New NZ guidelines for treating advanced breast cancer welcomed

WebNZ breast cancer specialists, assisted by the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, have just published a new set of consensus guidelines for treating advanced breast …

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NZ breast cancer surgeon deserving recipient of honour

WebBCAC is thrilled that one of New Zealand’s foremost breast cancer researchers has been acknowledged in this year’s New Year’s Honours list.Waikato-based surgeon, Associate …

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Meeting with decision makers to press for action to save and …

WebRepresentatives of Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition (BCAC) went to Wellington recently to meet with Government and National MPs who have health …

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Wigs and Hairpieces BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebThe Government subsidises wigs for adults with temporary hair loss up to $400. If your wig costs more than this, you will need to pay the remainder. The Wigs and Hairpieces …

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Important info on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) for women with breast …

WebAs New Zealand moves to halt the spread of the new flu-like virus COVID-19 (Coronavirus), we have pulled together this information for New Zealanders with breast …

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The Kōwhai Study – Younger Women’s Wellness after Breast Cancer

WebA team of leading Australian and New Zealand health researchers is undertaking a study to pilot a positive lifestyle intervention in New Zealand women. This aims to improve health …

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BreastScreen Aotearoa Programme BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa …

WebBreastScreen Aotearoa is the free national breast screening programme for women aged between 45 and 69. You can have a free screening mammogram every two years …

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Support for Māori and Pasifika BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa …

WebSupport Groups. There are not that many breast cancer support groups that focus specifically on Māori and Pasifika women. Many Māori and Pasifika women gain great …

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Māori cancer research funded BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa …

WebBCAC sends huge congratulations to former Committee Member Irene Kereama-Royal who has been awarded a scholarship by Hei Āhuru Mōwai (Māori Cancer Leadership …

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Cancer Consumer Awareness and Overview Seminar

WebA half day seminar for those wanting to become consumer or patient advocates. Hosted by the Northern Cancer Network Consumer Reference Group, this workshop will take you …

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BreastScreen Aotearoa BCAC Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

WebBreastScreen Aotearoa. BCAC recommends all women aged between 45 and 69 participate in the BreastScreen Aotearoa free screening programme. Under this programme, you …

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New Zealand Breast Cancer Statistics 2020

WebNew Zealand Breast Cancer Statistics 2020 Registrations • reast cancer is the most common form of cancer to affect women in New Zealand. In 2020,

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standards-of-service-provision-breast-cancer-patients-dec13

WebTimely access to services. Standard 2.1: Women referred urgently with a high suspicion of breast cancer have their first specialist assessment (FSA) within 14 days. Standard 2.2: …

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