Hi Nataly,I saw your question about radiation. I'm not sure how to answer it from my own knowledge but I will endeavour to find out for you. ... View more

Hi Natalie, welcome to the forums. Don't feel shy about inviting yourself in to our lives, that's what we're all here for.Sounds like you've had a real rough trot. Cancer is a coward of a disease you're right, I wish it didn't affect people who've lived the healthy lifestyle and don't smoke etc. I wish it didn't affect anyone to be perfectally honest. There are lots of people here who're going through similiar situations to yours - nobody's story is the same though. Looking forward to chatting with you.What's your favourite singstar song? ... View more

Just wanted to let you all know about Spring Up. Spring Up is a Pancreatic Cancer Support Program for people affected by pancreatic cancer, their family and carers. 2 Groups are being launched in April: Metro west April 10 at Auburn and Metro north April 17 at Roseville. Both venues are pleasant enviroments with good access. Groups run for two sessions with tea/coffee break in the middle. The whole group lasts around one and half hours including tea/coffee break.Session 1 is Information provided by Health professionals and Session 2 is group support. People are welcome to come to one or both sessions. The 1st session will be "What is The Pancreas?GOALSSUPPORT: Practical and emotional support is helpful at all stages of treatment and care. Being part of a group provides opportunities to share information, experiences and feelings in a caring environment, where everyone is going through a similar experience.PARTNERSHIP: Partnering with health professionals we work together as a caring community, to support each other.RESPECT: We respect the individual views and differences of all people.INFORMATION: Provide accurate, up-to-date information relevant to pancreatic cancer and treatment through professional input.NURTURE: In an environment of trust and strictest confidence we nurture ourselves and each other.GROUP: The comfort and security of the group provides opportunity for creating awareness and recognition of one's choices.THE GROUP MEETS MONTHLY.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION PLEASEPHONE:The Cancer Council Helpline: 13 11 20 ... View more

I heard some very positive reports from the first session held yesterday. ... View more

That's no good at all. Let us know what your oncologist has to say. ... View more

I hear what you're saying Tanya. And I think a lot of people share your frustrations. I reckon you'll find that big successful events like pink ribbon day all started from groundswell actions once upon a time. ... View more

Hi shayne, mikey, oldman.... back from my week's escape... was lovely, the only thing is I didn't want to come back to all the s*&*t!!!  ... View more

Hi Tanya, you're definately not writing only for yourself. I'm reading for one I'm not so sure the momentum was there last year, but to my mind now is the time to start thinking about it for 2008. ... View more

Congratulations. What a beautiful boy. You must be very proud. ... View more

Also, please let us know if there are any topics you would like to discuss at these sessions or future ones. I assure you the feedback does get through. ... View more