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For many in our community, life can feel full — especially when you’re caring for someone, navigating treatment, or adjusting to life beyond cancer. That’s why Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea can be a meaningful (and flexible) way to connect — in whatever way feels right for you. Whether it’s: A small cuppa with a close friend A catch‑up with your support network Or something a little bigger when you’re ready Every moment shared helps raise funds for vital cancer research and support services — supporting others walking a similar path. For many in our community, it can be an opportunity to: Strengthen connections and reduce feelings of isolation Honour your own journey or someone close to you Take part in something positive, at your own pace You can take part on 21 May 2026, or anytime across May and June — there’s no pressure to follow a set format or size. 👉 Find out more or register here: https://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/ (And if hosting isn’t for you this year, that’s completely okay — simply sharing, attending, or donating is just as valuable.)

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Are you aged 25–40, living in NSW, and recently finished cancer treatment? The early stages of survivorship aren’t always easy. We understand that — but often others don’t. You might be navigating relationships, juggling family, returning to work or starting something new, or thinking about your future and having a family. There’s a lot to process. Cancer Council NSW’s Reclaim Life program is now taking expressions of interest, with an active waitlist open. Once we reach minimum numbers, new groups will begin. Call today to join the waitlist and find out more. 📞 13 11 20

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Hi @hullosammy , thank you for trusting this space with something so raw and real. What you're feeling makes so much sense… anger, numbness and shock are all so valid given what you're facing. The roller coaster of unfairness and moments of weird relief and clarity can absolutely all exist together. The waiting for 'what happens next' can be really hard as well. You've already shown so much strength and resilience in navigating life up to this point, and it's okay to draw on these as you take these next steps. You might find that our Cancer Connect service is helpful as you navigate the road ahead - we connect you with someone with a lived experiencer of cancer (for Australian residents). You can call 13 11 20 and they'll be able to talk you through this and any other support options that are available to you. In the meantime, I've linked a couple of resources below for you that might help: Understanding Cancer of the Uterus Question checklist for cancer of the uterus I'm sure others here in the community who understand the heaviness of saying the words 'I have cancer' aloud for the first time will jump in with some words of support also. Stay strong and be gentle with yourself, Miranda CCNSW

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You’re welcome to read all our forums without signing up, but to write a post, ask a question, or share your story, you’ll need to Join to become a community member. Why join the community? When you become a community member, you can: Write posts in our forums to ask questions or start conversations Reply to posts and share your experiences Connect with others affected by cancer Access closed support groups, available to members only Share your story through forum posts or blogs How to write your first post Click the Join button at the top right of the page to become a community member Complete the registration form (your details are kept private) Verify your email Go to the forum that best fits what you’d like to talk about Click Post new topic to write your post There’s no such thing as a wrong post — every question, story, and experience is welcome. If you’ve been wondering how to post, joining as a community member and clicking Post new topic is how to get started.

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Hi everyone Starting chemotherapy can be a big step, and it often comes with questions you don’t even realise you have yet. Many people say that some of the most helpful support came not from a booklet, but from someone who’d already been there and shared what actually helped. Here’s an invitation to pass that wisdom on... If you’ve experienced chemotherapy, you're invited to share one thing that helped you feel more prepared, or something you learned early on that made treatment a little more manageable. It might be something you did before chemo started, a practical tip during treatment, or advice someone shared with you that really stuck. This could be about preparing for appointments, managing day‑to‑day side effects, organising support, or caring for yourself during treatment. If you’d like to, share something you wish you’d known when you were starting chemotherapy. Your experience could make a real difference for someone who’s just beginning. 🧡

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Hi @Wal2330 I'm really sorry to hear you are going through this. Having melanoma return like it has is incredibly hard and it makes total sense that your mind is swinging between hope and fear right now. Thank you for sharing this with us. The waiting between appointments for news, plans, results and next steps can be one of the toughest parts to all this. So... it's completely normal your thoughts might roller coaster around - it doesn't mean you're not coping, just that you're human. Please know you don't have to carry this on your own. If at any time you'd like to talk things through with someone who understands cancer care and the emotional side of waiting, Cancer Council's health professionals are available on 13 11 20. You may find one of our telephone support groups for metastatic melanoma would be beneficial to support you? Perhaps someone else in the community has been through something similar? What tips would you give to @Wal2330 right now? Here's a resource on Immunotherapy that might help understand treatment options better also. Stay strong, Miranda CCNSW

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Hi @Olddoug - I hear you in your tiredness. Keep fighting. All the best Miranda CCNSW

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Hi @Olddoug Processing tough times through writing is such a powerful thing to do. I enjoyed reading your words - keep going, keep writing, keep loving. Remember, the team at 13 11 20 are here for support if you need a little bit more help at any stage. All the best, Miranda CCNSW

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Hi @JustinB You've been through a lot - two cancer diagnoses and subsequent treatments are a huge thing to navigate. It's great you've reached out here as it can really help to process what you've gone through and are going through. Wishing you all the best with your chemo sessions and I do hope the cold cap helps in the longer term with the effects of the chemo on your hair and that things go as best as they possibly can for you. It sounds like your oncologist has explained things really well, here is a booklet on lung cancer that also may offer a little more insight for you. If you have any more questions and/or would like to talk to someone about support options, you can give the team of health professionals on 13 11 20 a call and they'd be happy to listen and help. Stay strong Miranda CCNSW

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Living with cancer can bring many challenges, and it’s okay that some moments feel heavy. Alongside that, there are also moments of strength and resilience that often go unnoticed. Let’s take a moment to celebrate some small wins, whether they happened recently or at any point along your journey. That could look like finishing treatment, getting through an appointment, asking for help, taking time to rest — or even just getting out of bed on a tough day. If you’d like to, feel free to share a small victory or moment that stands out for you in the thread below. Big or small, it all counts here. 🧡

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