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International Women's Day (March 8th) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
We know some pretty amazing, strong and sometimes crazy ladies here at Bosom Friends!
2 years since we asked some of the wonderful Breast team at BRI to give us an in-site into their day..... wonder how much has changed in 2 years???More to follow......
Have you ever wondered what the BRI Breast team actually do? How do they fill their week, what goes on behind the scenes????
Well... I've been lucky enough to ask a few questions......
So who are they???
A team of specialist staff provides support to patients diagnosed with breast problems before, during and after treatment.
The team is made up of a group of dedicated professionals with specific skills in managing and treating breast symptoms and disease.
The Breast Surgeon.
This is a team of specially trained doctors who provide surgical treatment of breast disease. If you have a new breast problem your doctor will refer you to a breast surgeon for assessment of your symptoms. Breast Surgeons carry out operations to remove breast cancer and breast reconstruction.
Plastic Surgeon.
A Breast Surgeon with specific skills in providing reconstruction of the breast after preventative breast cancer surgery and treatment of breast cancer.
The Breast Radiologists.
This is a doctor who is specially trained to interpret x-rays, mammograms and special scans from which a diagnosis is made, and who is an expert in carrying out diagnostic tests.
Breast Radiographer.
This is a team of professionals with skills in performing breast x-ray (mammogram) and breast ultrasound using equipment to produce images/pictures, which help to diagnose breast disease.
Breast Care Nurse Specialist.
This is a nurse who is an expert in the care and support of people with breast problems. The Breast Care Nurse will provide information to help you to understand your treatment and will support you during your future treatment. She will advise you on practical issues and help with problems associated with your treatment. She can talk to other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team on your behalf if you wish, and will guide you through your continuing follow-up care.
The Pathologist.
This is a doctor who is an expert in looking at cancer cells under a microscope and working out how they might behave to guide decisions on treatment.
Medical Oncologist.
This is a doctor who specialises in delivering non-surgical treatments for Breast Cancer including chemotherapy and hormone therapy.
Clinical Oncologist.
A clinical oncologist specialises particularly in x-ray based treatment for breast cancer (radiotherapy) but may also have experience in chemotherapy and hormone therapy.
Research Nurse.
This nurse identifies patients who are eligible for research studies, provides patients and their families with information about research, co-ordinates treatment and supports patients whilst they are taking part.
For your info.....
Pinch Punch, 1st of the month.
Time for your monthly breast check!
Whatever your age, size or shape it's important to get to know your 'normal' and be breast aware.
Please share with your pals, Mum, Dad or your neighbour - it's never too early to start checking your breasts. 💕
Weren’t we lucky last night... 2 for the price of 1
Firstly, we welcomed Chris Sutton and Amy George, from Bradford University, who are researching a new diagnostic approach for diagnosing Breast Cancer, using naturally occurring Nipple Aspiration Fluid... you heard it here first!!!
For more details on their study, please contact Chris direct.
Dr. Chris Sutton
School of Chemistry and Biosciences
01274 236480
Email - c.w.sutton@bradford.ac.uk
Following this, we enjoyed listening to Kath, one of the fabulous Breast Care Nurses at BRI.
We work very closely with the Breast Team here at the hospital, and they regularly update us with relevant information, changes to new staff, updates to procedures and what to expect in the future.
Thank you for giving up your time to talk to us last night.
We all enjoyed the evening 💕
Saw this poem doing the rounds and asked the author if we could share it....
She agreed!
Thank you Laura, Rainbird Roots - check out her other work or maybe buy a print....
www.rainbirdroots.com/product-page/if-the-mountain-seems-too-big-rainbow-print
Who says Valentines Day is just for lovers? Valentines Day is also a perfect time to celebrate friendship.
So here’s a Valentines Day shout out to all our members, supporters and friends!
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Thanks for your support!
Not everything in life goes to plan.... sometimes you’ve just got to think of a different way to handle it!
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Please give the group a share and a ‘like’ - you never know who might need some support and a friendly chat with someone who’s been through similar breast cancer experiences to them.
Feel free to join us for a social evening (every 3rd Wednesday in the month)
All details in events or pinned to the top of our page 💕
For your info.....I’m looking for a survivor who has had a reconstruction but NO PREVIOUS NIPPLE TATTOOING who would feel comfortable being filmed for a short educational video with me 💖
Please inbox us direct if you you’d like to be a part of this ☺️
Could we be cheeky and ask you help us by please giving this post a little share, so we can reach more people?
Thank you 💖
YMT ✨