Breast Cancer

Accessing travel insurance for breast cancer patients in Australia

Accessing travel insurance for breast cancer patients in Australia

Travel insurance covers an individual for specific losses, illnesses or injuries related to their travel experience. For trips overseas, such travel insurance is typically sold to travellers and some policies cover domestic travel within Australia. However, these insurances do not usually do not cover medical […]

Men with breast cancer: what to do when you are denied access to cancer therapy drug Taxotere

Men with breast cancer: what to do when you are denied access to cancer therapy drug Taxotere

While breast cancer is primarily considered a woman’s disease, men can also be afflicted with the condition. Although men with breast cancer is rare, accounting for less than 1% of all breast cancers, it is equally important for men that any changes or discomfort felt […]

Understanding breast cancer when fundraising for breast cancer financial help

Understanding breast cancer when fundraising for breast cancer financial help

When a loved one has been diagnosed with breast cancer, it is always important to take the time to learn about breast cancer in order to better provide support and understanding. Breast cancer is complex with various forms or types of breast cancer. This is […]

Breast cancer treatment options in Australia

Breast cancer treatment options in Australia

There are many treatment options that are commonly used in Australia to remove breast cancer. However, it is important to note that the treatment options available vary between patient to patient. What this means is the treatment is determined by several factors on a case […]

The benefits of financial assistance for breast cancer patients

The benefits of financial assistance for breast cancer patients

Breast cancer is one of the most common type of cancer in Australia for women, and one of the top causes of death after lung cancer. The cost incurred by patients depends on the stages of breast cancer. An average direct cost of breast cancer […]

Leonie’s breast cancer journey and financial support breast cancer options

Leonie’s breast cancer journey and financial support breast cancer options

Leonie’s Breast Cancer Story Leonie was diagnosed with stage 3 aggressive breast cancer in November 2011. She thought she was well-insured having had private health insurance which she had been a contributor of for more than 30 years. This, and the fact that she had […]

Financial help for breast cancer patients looking to reduce the cost of breast cancer

Financial help for breast cancer patients looking to reduce the cost of breast cancer

The high incidence of breast cancer in Australia and the intense burdens related to the disease makes it a high-cost problem for both Australian patients and the Australian health system. To obtain an overall cost of what breast cancer treatment will be is extremely difficult […]

Where is radiotherapy for breast cancer available in Australia?

Where is radiotherapy for breast cancer available in Australia?

Radiotherapy is a treatment of cancer that kills cancers cells using radiation beams. In Australia this treatment is available to all cancer patients including those suffering from breast cancer in both the public and private health sectors. Cancer oncologists and surgeons can be reached in […]

What is the cost of breast reconstruction in Australia?

What is the cost of breast reconstruction in Australia?

In the Australian public health system, breast reconstruction applications are monitored by Medicare. It is up to Medicare to decide the final cost, if any, that the patients may have to pay out of their own pocket. For most public patients, surgery costs are funded […]

Comparing private and public hospitals for breast reconstruction surgery in Australia

Comparing private and public hospitals for breast reconstruction surgery in Australia

Since both the public health service as well as the private health sector in Australia provide a range of breast reconstruction services, patients should be aware in advance of the advantages and disadvantages of seeking treatment in the two health systems. The ultimate choice lies […]