Breast Cancera disease where abnormal cells split without control and spread to other nearby body tissue and/or organs Network Australia (BCNA) is the peak national organisation for Australians affected by breast cancer, and consists of a network of more than 100,000 members and 300 Member Groups. More than ninety percent of our members have had a diagnosisthe process of identifying a disease based on signs and symptoms, patient history and medical test results of breast cancer, and the remaining members have had a personal experience with breast cancer through a family member or friend.
We have built a strong and resilient network that brings together over 175,000 individuals. Our role is to advocate for, connect, support and inform those affected by breast cancer. We work with the broader network to influence and create a stronger healthcare system.
Despite progress in breast cancer care over the past decades, gaps and inconsistencies in treatment, care and support remain. Our role in advocacy is critical to improving outcomes for all people affected by breast cancer.
BCNA is a leader in consumer-led advocacy in the cancer and wider health sector. We strive to be the sought-after voice on topics relating to breast cancer policy, research and service or program development for government, health service providers, researchers, and the broader community to build greater connection between decision making and lived experience. Our 25-year history has seen our impact include new drugs and treatments included for government subsidy, reduction in out-of-pocket costs for tests and imagingtests that create detailed images of areas inside the body, and advocacy towards improved cancer data collection and reporting.
RCA is not affiliated with this organisation. It is the responsibility of the patient and their carer(s) to determine whether this or any other support group or organisation listed on this website may provide some benefit to them.
Location
level 1/293 Camberwell Road, Camberwell VIC, Australia