Mr Sunil JassalOct 23, 2016Is it OK to take HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)?Why do women use HRT and what are the benefits? What are the associated risks?
Mr Sunil JassalSep 30, 2016Want to Reduce your Risk of Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer Recurrence?Maintaining an ideal body weight and active lifestyle is protective against breast cancer. What else can I do to help myself?
Mr Sunil JassalAug 28, 2016A Breast Surgeon with Breast CancerLiz O'Riordan was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 and has been through chemotherapy, surgery, radiotherapy.
Mr Sunil JassalAug 15, 2016Would Your Medical Practice Benefit From an Information Evening?What a great night we had last week chatting to local General Medical Practitioners at Mrs Robinson Restaurant and Lounge, Deakin University, Burwood. We discussed the conundrum of HRT and Breast Cancer risk, (3D) mammogram tomosynthesis, modern oncoplastic breast surgery, hormonal therapy for breast cancer and it's bone health implications, and finally hereditary breast cancer. Apart from meeting some of my referring GPs face to face for the first time, it's always interesti
Mr Sunil JassalAug 15, 2016How Can I Talk To My Children About My Cancer Diagnosis? PART 2It's such a common question: "How do I tell my kids about my breast cancer diagnosis?" My previous post generated a great deal of discussion amongst my patients so I thought I'd share a resource which I think is just fabulous. Medikidz comics are written by doctors and are specifically directed at pre-teen children. The breast cancer edition is available through Breast Cancer Network Australia with their "My Journey Kit". This is a free information resource we make available
Mr Sunil JassalJul 20, 2016How Can I Talk To My Children About My Cancer Diagnosis?How can I talk to my children about my breast cancer diagnosis?
Mr Sunil JassalJul 6, 2016Are you a High Risk / BRCA Mutation Carrier? Good News!Are you a High Risk / BRCA Mutation Carrier?
Mr Sunil JassalJun 27, 2016How can I Help my Friends who Need Support? Meal Train!How can I help my friends who need support during their breast cancer treatment? Meal Train!