Breast Cancer Network upcoming AGM
Member group Breast Cancer Network warmly welcome all to attend their upcoming AGM to be held at:
Men's Group - for men who have a family member with a life threatening illness
Men's Group
7th November, from 6pm, Dove House, 207a Riddell Road, Glendowie. Refreshments are provided.
For men who have a family member with a life threatening illness. This is a chance for your men folk to get together with other men, talk and ask questions they may have in a very informal atmosphere. The evening will be facilitated by Dr Graeme Kidd, Medical Counsellor, Dove House and Tim Hurley, a counselor at Mercy Hospice Auckland.
To RSVP please phone Sweet Louise 0800 11 22 77, or Dove House (09) 575 4555.
Healthy Steps
Healthy Steps with Michele Urlich
3 November – 8 December 2012 10.30am – 11.30am, Auckland Cancer Society, Cost $30 for 6 weeks
Designed to improve mobility and lymph drainage, suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Fun, easy to do – don’t miss it!
Contact Michele on email: m.urlich@clear.net.nz by phone: 09 846 3654.
Breast Cancer Support Christmas Social
Christmas Social, Monday 3 December 2012, 7.30pm Domain Lodge, Auckland 'Red and Green Christmas Theme!' Just an early 'Merry Xmas!' date for you to book into your diaries now - the Social is open to all of our Breast Friends - we'll send out an invitation in November. Wear your most 'Christmassy' outfit in red and green!
Please contact support@breastcancersupport.co.nz for more information.
BCAC tells politicians more help is needed for those with breast cancer
BCAC recently met with MPs from across the political spectrum to deliver a strong message about measures needed to improve breast cancer care in New Zealand.
Breast Cancer Support Young Womens Focus Group
The Breast Cancer Support (BCS) 'Young Women's Focus Group'
Breast Cancer Support Young Womens Focus Group
The Breast Cancer Support (BCS) 'Young Women's Focus Group'
You are invited to join a Focus Group discussion with BCS to help them provide targeted and appropriate support services for younger women experiencing breast cancer.
When : Sunday 11 November 2012
Where : Billfish Café (upstairs) Z Pier, 31 Westhaven Drive Westhaven Marina, Auckland (09) 379 9875 (www.billfishcafe.co.nz)
Time : 1.30pm - 4.30pm (for afternoon tea!)
There is some free parking next to the Café and plenty of pay parking close by. Free parking is also available at the Westhaven Marina, a short walk from the Café.
A BCS representative will welcome you at the Café, order your choice of afternoon tea and show you upstairs to the venue. We look forward to seeing you there! Contact on the day is Caroline Crann on 021 2059 886. Please RSVP by Wednesday 7 November 2012 to support@breastcancersupport.co.nz or phone us on 0800 273 222
Pink Dragons - Another season completed!
It’s been a busy season for the Pink Dragons team and ending on a high with us finally winning a gold medal at this year’s National Championships at Blue Lake Rotorua. A number of new paddlers joi
One year on Herceptin is the gold standard
New research shows that a 12-month treatment programme of Herceptin is still the best option for women with HER2-positive breast cancer, according to the Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition (BCAC).
Cuisine for a cure - Hamilton
The NZ Chefs Association and the WBCT would like
to present…….An exclusive Ladies only evening held at the Kingsgate Hotel
on Friday 19th October, 6pm till late.
Only 50 tickets are available so be in quick!
An evening showcasing local chefs signature dishes, great wine and superb
entertainment. with proceeds from the evening being donated to the
Waikato Breast Cancer Trust.
To purchase your tickets online please visit our website—www.wbct.org.nz
or contact Jenni Scarlet by email: jenni.scarlet@waikatodhb.health.nz
