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No-one should face diagnosis alone By Sarah Johnson Each year 22,000 people are supported by the charity though a vast range of services including their publications, forums and Peer Support. Without any government funding these services rely wholly on donations and fundraising, such as the Pink Ribbonwalk. So it’s imperative we raise as much money as possible. Lorraine Dallas, Head of Breast Cancer Care Scotland, said, “Everyone has a different experience of breast cancer. Daunting “For many, the thought of losing their hair through chemotherapy can be as daunting as the diagnosis. “Hair loss is one of the first external signs that something’s wrong and can affect a woman’s body confidence. “Breast Cancer Care Scotland’s HeadStrong service gives women the chance to learn how to use hats, scarves and hairpieces to minimise the impact of hair loss, as well as giving advice on how to care for hair before, during and after treatment. “The majority of breast cancers are diagnosed in women over the age of 50, and younger woman with the disease can feel incredibly isolated. “Our Younger Women’s Forums are two-day residential courses giving people the chance to meet and share their experiences.” Excited Lorraine adds, “We’re particularly excited about the developments in our work supporting people preparing for life after treatment. “This can be a difficult time for women as they move away from regular contact with their care team. “Our Moving Forward programme is designed to support people adjusting and facing the ‘new normal’ of living beyond breast cancer treatment. “These face-to-face information sessions deal with issues women are concerned about, covering topics such as diet and exercise, returning to work and coping with long-term side effects of treatment.
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