Women's Cancers Features

The first breast cancer party

On June 1st 2002 12 members of the breast cancer board met for the first time. Party host and CL Maggie Mac describes this incredible day.

The other women's cancers

We all know about breast cancer. But what other cancers strike women?

The personal side of breast cancer

Hear about the realities of coping with breast cancer from women who know

Treating breast cancer: Sarah's story

Christine Aziz discusses the treatment choices for breast cancer with sufferer Sarah Haynes and oncologist Dr Victor Barley

Using a sunscreen

There will always be times when you're out in the sun without adequate shade or cover-up clothing. This is when sunscreen is useful for protecting exposed skin from the sun's rays. Sunscreen alone will not protect completely from sun damage and you should never use sunscreen in order to spend longer in the sun. It should be used to increase your protection

What chemo's really like - one woman's story

Edd describes the truth behind this standard treatment for breast cancer

Why is smoking so harmful to my health?

Chemicals in cigarette smoke are more dangerous than nicotine. Learn the facts.

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