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Hi I just wondered if anybody has gone down the road of partial capacity benefit while returning to work. I'm planning on returning to work but would definitely be unable to work full time at the minute. So I was told about this. Was hoping to hear if anybody has used this or applied and how they got on. Thanks in advance Ann

Hi Everyone I am still awaiting my breast reduction on my right boob (as I had mastectomy on my left in 2010); I am to have the procedure done in the Mater Public Hospital in Dublin. I am on a waiting list since June 2013, I contacted admissions and the waiting list department to enquire where I am on the list but they told me to contact my surgeon's secretary but when I met with my Doctor in July 2014 for my annual checkup he couldn't tell me where I would be on the list either. Did this happen to anyone else? Can anyone tell me how long you were waiting for your op in the Mater? I would be so grateful

Why would you post here? Very insensitive. Who cares about your golf clubs!!!

Hi all, 7 weeks since the op now. For anyone considering TUG flap reconstruction I just wanted to update you on my recovery. Although I still feel tightness in my legs I have regained most movement (squatting still a bit of an issue). Still a bit of tightness when I raise my arm to the side, but otherwise no issue with the reconstructed breasts. Looking forward to the minor procedure on 8th May to tidy up the scars and even up the two sides. (A bit more fat to be removed from my hips by liposuction, and put back into the new breasts!) Roll on Summer!!!

Relay For Life,Donegal and the Irish Cancer Society have organised a Survivorship Conference on the 5th of April,2014.It is to be held at the Mount Errigal Hotel,Letterkenny Donegal from 10am-4pm for cancer patients and their carers and registration is required. For further information see http://www.relayforlifedonegal.com/canc ... onference/ Cancer Information Service Nurse Irish Cancer

We would like to let you know about an upcoming open day as part of Lymphoedema Awareness Month, organised by Lymphoedema Ireland on March 1st, 2014 in the Lodge, St Lukes’s Hospital Rathgar, Dublin 6. This meeting will take place from 10am until 2pm. To register your attendance email [b:39ys0x1h]info@lymphoedemaireland.com[/b:39ys0x1h] or text [b:39ys0x1h]087-6934964[/b:39ys0x1h].

sclc -small cell lung cancer, Just wondering if anyone knows someone who has done a 2nd course of chemo (drugs; carboplatin & etoposide) for this? Wondering how it will go, what to expect & if there is a cummulative effect on the body. Husband did 4 cycles May to Aug 2013, 6 months free of chemo, starting another 4 cycles this Feb 2014.

My name is Eamonn and I'm making a new documentary for BBC Northern Ireland which aims to try and understand more about the psychological, physical and emotional impact that cancer can have on the someone suffering from the illness and their loved ones. We need people to share their stories as part of the film. Please let me know if this is something that you could help us with. Many Thanks Eamonn

I've made my choice so no need for any replies! Love this site by the way - great to see other people's opinions and advice. Hi all, I'm looking for advice on choosing a surgeon for my mastectomy and reconstruction. I'm in the process of finishing my last round of chemo - 10 weeks to go! Yey. and I have to let my oncologist know which surgeon I want as I need to have a mastectomy and reconstruction in a few months. Do I choose a surgeon and plastic surgeon or do I choose a surgeon who can do both?? I'm in Cork and there are only 2 surgeons that are trained to do both. Finding it a hard decision to make!! Any tips from someone who's been through this? Thanks.

Hi all i run a Facebook (private) support group for all those affected by BRCA1 and BRCA2 ,I myself am BRCA2 positive and know how hard it can be and speaking to others in the same boat who really understand and can help each other can make all the difference .We are honest caring group of people there to listen and offer support .Anyone can find us by following are link or typing in BRCA1 & BRCA 2 Ireland and the UK. https://www.facebook.com/groups/193319190876332/