Sharon Dreise, a breast cancer survivor, shares her story

ABOUT THE TALK

In this talk Sharon Dreise will not only share her personal cancer story but also talk about Cancer prevention, screenings and how the money is allocated at Cancer Council.

There are about 20,000 people diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia every year.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Australian women (apart from common skin cancers) – one in seven will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Young women get breast cancer, but it is more common over the age of 40, and risk increases with age. In rare cases, pregnant or breastfeeding women get breast cancer – so see a doctor about any persistent lump noticed during pregnancy. (Cancer Council)

Come along to the talk to learn more Sharon’s experience.

Coping and living with breast cancer can be overwhelming. Find out more about Cancer Connect, and where you can find help.

ABOUT SHARON DREISE

Sharon was an IT professional for 38 years until my breast cancer diagnosis in 2015. She retired from work the day She got her diagnosis.

Following the end of her treatment Sharon started volunteering with Cancer Council as a speaker, community ambassador, cancer connect peer support volunteer, Enriching Survivorship peer leader and volunteer at her local treatment centre.

She is passionate about screening programs and early detection of cancer.

Cancer Council website and resources about Breast Cancer.

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