Special Episode #3: Coronavirus update

Let’s be Upfront about where we’re at with COVID-19 (coronavirus). With restrictions beginning to ease in some parts of the country, we’re taking a good look at the current situation and what it means for people at different stages of their breast cancer journey.

In this episode, we’re joined by BCNA board member, surgical oncologist and specialist breast surgeon Professor Bruce Mann, as well as BCNA CEO Kirsten Pilatti.

This episode covers:

• The anxiety many women are experiencing about heading back out in to the world as COVID-19 restrictions start to ease
• The importance of still accessing treatment, seeing a specialist, getting a mammogram, consulting your GP or generally accessing care if you have any concerns
• The benefits, challenges and risks of telehealth, including when to access services via telehealth and when a face to face appointment is more suitable
• Reintroduction of elective surgery and what it means for women waiting for breast reconstructions
• The optimal care pathway and its importance in guiding breast cancer care before, during and after COVID-19

RESOURCES:

• My Journey online tool coronavirus https://myjourney.org.au/article/3154hub
• BCNA Online Network

Upfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly empowered by Red Energy.

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