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The 2nd National Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer
The 2nd National Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer will feature an educational program focused on every phase of a young woman’s breast cancer journey: from recent diagnosis, treatment and living with advanced breast cancer to post-treatment, and years beyond!
Posted: Friday, April 9, 2010 - 12:00
Location: Queensland (Gold Coast, Queensland)
Event Date: 10 September 2010 - 12 September 2010
Organisation: Cancer Council
Link: http://www.ywcaustralia.org.au/
Contact Name: Megan Dwyer
Contact Phone: (0)7 3634 5100
It is specially designed for:
Young women affected by breast cancer who are recently diagnosed, are in treatment or have completed treatment
Young women with advanced (metastatic) breast cancer
Long-term breast cancer survivors diagnosed prior to age 45
Caregivers of young women affected by breast cancer, including partners, family and friends
Medical professionals who treat or care for young women affected by breast cancer
Young women at increased risk of developing breast cancer
The conference also will provide useful, practical information for:
Social workers, psycho-social oncology specialists and psychologists
Oncology nurses and nurse practitioners
Breast cancer patient support organisations and advocates
Medical and radiation oncologists
Breast surgeons and reconstruction specialists
Reproductive endocrinologists and fertility specialists
Genetic counsellors and geneticists
Physical therapists and rehabilitation specialists
Gynaecologists and women’s health practitioners
Breast cancer scientists and researchers
Key benefits of attending:
Hear updates relevant to young women from leading professionals who care for them
Learn what’s in the pipeline in scientific research and clinical care for young women affected by or at increased risk of developing breast cancer
Empower yourself to make informed choices with up-to-the minute and age-appropriate information about your treatment and well-being
Gather the resources you need to help you navigate your breast cancer journey
Network with peers who relate to your experience
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