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Handmade, custom nipple prosthetics are now available in Australia courtesy of Niki from Procosmediq!   Pictures and info available on my Insta @ohitscancer   You can contact Niki for further information on Nipple Prosthesis, Xtrude Nipple Prosthesis Training, or 3D Medical Tattoos: Mob: 0460 851 135 Email: niki@procosmediq.com.au Website: www.procosmediq.com.au Instagram: @procosmediq Additional information on X-Trude Training or Ennio Orsini (X-Trude founder): Website: https://www.xtrude.solutions/en/ Instagram: @ennioorsini

You're diagnosed, go through treatment and then it ends. Now what? Joining me to discuss life after cancer are Ana Roxas and Liana Kovacevic, my dear friends and breasties.  Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

I had the pleasure of chatting with Niki from ProCosmediq, a medical tattooist. Niki specialises in creating the illusion of a nipple and areola shading for women and men following mastectomy. Whilst our bodies can withstand a lot, the link between our physical and mental perceptions of self cannot be ignored, and Niki's expertise allows people to find themselves feeling whole again in what is for many quite a traumatic experience. ProCosmediq: www.procosmediq.com.au Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohitscancer/ 

Today I am thrilled to be joined by a total boss lady, Dr Cindy Mak. Cindy is my breast surgeon, and has been an instrumental part of my breast cancer journey. Now when I say she's a total boss I mean it – she is the head of department for Breast Surgery at the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse here in Sydney, she's part of the team at The Mater, she works closely with the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation to raise valuable funds for patient care, medical equipment and education and uses her voice where it counts to speak about women's health and breast cancer alike.   Join me on Instagram @ohitscancer

When you're undergoing cancer treatments, it can feel like you've had so much taken from you. Exercise is one of the things that can help you regain your sense of self. Shelley Kay, my exercise physiologist at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, joins me for a chat about the role of exercise in enabling you to deal with the side effects that accompany many cancer treatments. Join me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohitscancer/

Looking after your mind throughout and beyond cancer treatment is so important.   Julie Black, my psychologist at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, joins me for a chat about the role of a psychologist in enabling you to deal with the mental health side of cancer.   Join me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ohitscancer/

Zap! I had radiation treatment every day for 5 weeks in a row, all during covid times. Let me share my experiences through this with you. Join me on Instagram @ohitscancer   Thank you to Cancer Council Australia for these useful resources https://www.cancer.org.au/cancer-information/treatment/radiation-therapy

Undergoing life-saving cancer treatment in the middle of a global pandemic. Not an easy period of time for anyone, and especially those who are living with cancer. Join me on Instagram: @ohitscancer

What to expect from a lumpectomy and sentinel lymph node clearance... before, during and afterwards. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

From long hair, to a bald scalp – it's the hair episode. Hair is something many of us are attached to as part of our image – how we see ourselves and others. Faced with a diagnosis of breast cancer, one of the first things that I was concerned about was the prospect of being bald. In this episode I'll unpack my reflections thus far on the whole hair situation. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

From diagnosis onward - my reflections on the experience of many, varied and ongoing tests that come along with cancer. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

Ahead of International Women's Day 2020, I took the plunge and shared my story via LinkedIn. I felt it important to use the public platform that I have established on there to use my voice to shed light on cancer from the viewpoint of the workplace, discrimination and inclusion. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

Family and friends can be an important part of your support network as you move from diagnosis, through treatment and transition into new norms. This episodes touches on some practical things that family and friends can do to support during these challenging moments. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Sanjeev Kumar, my medical oncologist at the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse here in Sydney, Australia. We discuss the different types of breast cancer, treatment options and learn more about what medical oncology is. This information is general in nature - advice on individual situations should come from your own treating medical professional.  Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

The practical reality of chemotherapy – what I experienced before, during and afterwards. Join me on Instagram: ohitscancer

Today let's talk about getting and staying organised proactively managing the noise around you seeking information to empower yourself Join me on Instagram: @ohitscancer   I found this useful and thought you might too: https://www.cancer.net/navigating-cancer-care/managing-your-care/questions-ask-when-making-appointments

This episode is about the moment that changed it all… from finding a lump whilst on holidays through to the diagnosis of breast cancer. For more info on breast cancer: https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/breast-cancer/ Join me on Instagram: @ohitscancer

I'm Jenny, and I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 37. Through this podcast I'll be sharing my experiences through breast cancer, aiming to inspire conversations and give other people courage through challenging times. I'll be sharing my points of view and practical tips, not medical advice! Join me on Instagram: @ohitscancer