Am I At Risk?
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- - Am I At Risk?
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    - Am I At Risk?
      Here we take you through a step by step process of helping you to assess, understand and reduce your risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
      Assess your risk
  - Know Your Risk Tool
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    - Know Your Risk Tool
      The Pink Hope online assessment tool helps women assess their personal risk for developing breast or ovarian cancer.
    - Know Your Risk Tool Further Information
    - When Not to Use This Tool
  - Risk Factors
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    - Risk Factors
      Learning about the risk factors associated with breast, ovarian and prostate cancers is crucial to being able to take control of your health.
      Risk Factors
  - Your Body and Your Doctor
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    - Your Body and Your Doctor
      Learn the steps you need to take to be in control of your breast and ovarian health by knowing your body and knowing how your healthcare professionals can help you.
    - Know Your Body
    - You and Your Doctor
  - Genetic Risk
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    - Genetic Risk
      At least 10-15% of breast and ovarian cancer are thought to be the result of inheriting a faulty gene from either your mother’s or father’s side of the family.
    - Family Cancer Clinics
      Genetic Risk
    - Investigate your Family Health History
  - Genetic Testing 101
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    - Genetic Testing 101
      Learn all about genetic testing - from eligibility to results.
    - Genetic Test Results
      Genetic Testing
      Genetic Testing FAQs
    - Public and Private Family Cancer Clinics
      What is Genetic Counselling
  - Understand Your Risk
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    - Understand Your Risk
      Understanding your own individual risk of cancer, gives you an opportunity to equip yourself with lifesaving information.
      Understand Your Risk
  - Risk Reducing Actions
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    - Risk Reducing Actions
      Learn about the ways that you can reduce your risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
    - Risk Reducing Medication
      Risk Reducing Surgery
    - Screening
  - Lifestyle Factors
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    - Lifestyle Factors
      Lifestyle factors are known to impact overall health and wellbeing.
      Lifestyle Factors
  - Genetic Mutation Types
Get Involved
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- - Get Involved
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    - Donate to Pink Hope
      Invest in our lifesaving programs, support services and campaigns.
      Donate Now
  - Donate
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    - Donate to Pink Hope
      Invest in our lifesaving programs, support services and campaigns.
      Donate Now
  - Fundraise
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    - Fundraise
      Passionate about Pink Hope and want to make a difference. Sign up to host a Pink Hope fundraiser.
    - Business Fundraising
      Individual Fundraising
    - Register your fundraiser
    - Shop
      
      Upcoming Events
      
      Bank Your Funds
  - Volunteer
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    - Volunteer
      Make an invaluable contribution to Pink Hope by volunteering your time, passion and skills.
      Become a Volunteer
  - Collaborate
  - Support Pink Hope
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    - Support Pink Hope
      There are several ways you can get involved with Pink Hope. Every bit of support no matter how big or small makes an big impact.
    - Bequest
      Collaborate with Pink Hope
      Donate
    - Fundraise
      Work Place Giving
  - Support Other Women
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    - Support Other Women
      There is no one better to give support and advice than someone who has been there.
Get Support
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- - Get Support
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    - Get Support
      Pink Hope provides personalised support to the community to help them better understand their risk of breast and ovarian cancer, while ensuring the services we provide makes the increased risk journey easier to navigate.
      Get Support
  - She Shares
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    - She Shares
      Our “She Shares” events are a place for women to meet in a comfortable setting to share laughs, thoughts, questions, and advice. These events are held across the country and involve various activities and thoughtful interactions with others who truly ‘get it’.
      She Shares
  - Pink Hope Getaways
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    - Pink Hope Getaways
      Because sometimes, a difficult road, leads to a beautiful destination.....Pink Hope Getaways are an opportunity for women within the community to spend a few days recharging, connecting and relaxing.
      Pink Hope Getaways
  - Ask Our Genetic Counsellor
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    - Ask Our Genetic Counsellor
      Ask Our Genetic Counsellor is a Pink Hope service that allows you to submit questions relating to your own cancer risk.
      Ask Our Genetic Counsellor
  - Resources
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    - Resources
      Pink Hope has developed unique resources for the at-risk community from what questions to ask your doctors, tailored tips and advice direct from our community and healthcare experts.
    - Diagnosed and Survivors Resources
      For High-Risk Men
    - For High-Risk Women
  - Information & Support Days
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    - Information & Support Days
      Pink Hope’s Information and Support Days are for those at increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer either due to a gene mutation such as BRCA or family health history. Families and support people are very welcome.
      Information & Support Days
  - GP Education Program
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    - GP Education Program
      Pink Hope’s GP Education Program aims to connect with 10,000 GPs and non genetics trained healthcare professionals by providing genetic healthcare information on the Pink Hope website, resources and materials for their patients and attending general practitioner events.
      GP Education Program
  - Online Support Groups
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    - Online Support Groups
      Pink Hope’s peer support program offers increased risk women the opportunity to connect online with other increased risk women in a safe and supportive environment.
      Online Support Groups
Campaigns & Events
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About Pink Hope
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- - About Pink Hope
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    - About Pink Hope
      Pink Hope is a preventative health hub that allows every individual the necessary tools to assess, manage and reduce their risk of breast and ovarian cancer, while providing personalised support for at risk women.
      About Pink Hope
  - Our Mission and Vision
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    - Our Mission and Vision
      Our Mission and Vision
  - Impact and Achievements
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    - Impact and Achievements
      As one of the fastest growing organisations in the country focusing on breast and ovarian preventative health and personalised support for at-risk women. We have truly made an impact locally and globally on the cause and our mission.
      Impact and Achievements
  - Programs and Initiatives
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    - Programs and Initiatives
      Learn more about Pink Hope’s lifesaving programs and support services.
      Programs and Initiatives
  - Our People
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    - Our People
      Pink Hope is leading the charge and making a big impact because of the passionate and committed people we have involved in our organisation. Their dedication shines through in our ability to utilise limited funding and achieve so much.
    - Board Members
      Medical Advisory Committee
    - Our Founder
      Our Team
  - Annual Reports
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    - Annual Reports
      Here we showcase our annual audited financial statements, so you can see exactly where our funding is spent.
      Annual Reports
  - Contact Us
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    - Contact Us
      Have any questions for Pink Hope HQ, reach out to us.
      Contact Us
  - Collaborate with Pink Hope
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    - Collaborate with Pink Hope
      Your brand or company wants to collaborate with Pink Hope, get in touch with us and lets get it started.
      Collaborate with Pink Hope
News & Stories
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Online Support Groups

Pink Hope’s peer support program offers increased risk women the opportunity to connect online with other increased risk women in a safe and supportive environment.

Online Support Groups

Pink Hope’s Online Support Groups can be found on Facebook. These closed groups allow you to connect with other at increased risk people giving you the opportunity to give and receive peer to peer support. Members share their experiences and ask and answer questions gaining support and information from other at increased risk individuals.

How much and how often you wish to participate in these groups is your choice. Some members are very active while others less so. The groups are there for you to use in the way that provides you with the support you need.

Please note members are required to abide by the Group Guidelines which are published in each group.

The online support groups and the website were exactly what I needed. All those feelings that I had, that I was too scared to mention to anyone, were normal and my mind was at ease. Natasha

How to Join the Pink Hope Online Support Groups

Select the Online Support Group/s you wish to join:
- National Group
- Before and After Photos
State
Click join.
Answer the three questions and complete the Pink Hope Keep in Touch form.
Read and follow the Group Guidelines and enjoy sharing and supporting others.

For assistance joining the Online Support Groups or for further information please email our Pink Hope Team, info@pinkhope.org.au.

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Things are never quite as scary when you've got a friend 💗✊
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Click the link in our bio to join one of our amazing online support groups 💕 where we connect women at an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer in a safe and supportive environment 🦋
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@paige_previvor shares this inspiring letter to self 💕
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"Dear Paige,
Everything is going to be ok. I know you’re scared. I know you feel so alone in all of this. I know there are so many what-if’s floating around in your head. What if this is a mistake? What if something goes horribly wrong? What will your chest look like? How is this going to affect the rest of your life? Your relationships? Your career? Don’t worry, these feelings are normal! After all, this is one of the bravest/craziest things you could possibly do - remove your “healthy” breasts at only 24 years old to prevent getting breast cancer. Deep down, regardless of the fears and uncertainty, you know this is the right decision. The only decision for you. You truly are a warrior not a worrier. I’m not saying this is going to be easy. You’re going to go through pain and heartbreak. Climbing mountains isn’t easy. But you know that mountains are only placed in front of those who can climb them. And you’ve got this." 💫
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Your #tuesday reminder: you don't have to be perfect, you just have to be you! 💗
At Pink Hope, we give women at an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer a place to connect and be themselves - to be open about the challenges that they are facing and find the support they need 💕

Join one of our online support groups by clicking the link in bio 💫✊

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Our vision is for every individual to know their risk of breast and ovarian cancer 💫 so they can take charge of their own health and make empowered decisions. ✊💗
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"In Aug 2018 I tested positive for the BRCA 1 gene mutation- meaning there was an 87% chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in my life. After seeing what it put my mom through, I knew I didn’t want to sit around & wait for that to happen to me. So, in Oct 2018, I chose to have a preventative double mastectomy & cut my chances down to 1%."
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"Today is the day I say goodbye to my growing breast lump. I don’t feel scared, I feel empowered. I check my breasts on the 1st of every month and I know my risk. 💕
If you are putting off getting checked, ask yourself why? What’s so bad about getting your doctor to check your breasts just once a year?" 🦋

@emilyelizabethmay is a brave young woman who knows her risk and is taking proactive steps to manage her health 🙌

Click the link in our bio to find out your risk by using our 'Know Your Risk Tool' - a simple questionnaire that can help you assess your risk of developing breast or ovarian cancer.
And don't forget to check your breasts! 💕 ✊

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