Let’s be Upfront about palliative care. To many, those two words prompt fear, and thoughts of death and dying. In reality, palliative care offers so much beyond just end of life care for those living with metastatic breast cancer; focusing on symptom management and ensuring quality of life.In this episode, we’re joined by BCNA Community Liaison Marie Pandeloglou, who, following a breast cancer diagnosis 10 years ago, has been living with metastatic breast cancer for the past five years. Also offering their insight and expertise is Medical Oncologist and Palliative Medicine Physician Associate Professor Michael Franco.This episode covers:Palliative care as a holistic approach to symptom management involving a multidisciplinary teamWhen to access palliative careThe value in building a strong relationship with your palliative care teamMarie’s recent experience of accessing palliative careThe cost involved in accessing palliative careRESOURCES:The role of palliative care article on the My Journey online toolManaging symptoms and treatment side effects article on the My Journey online toolSign up to the My Journey online tool BCNA online networkUpfront About Breast Cancer is a production of Breast Cancer Network Australia. Our theme music is by the late Tara Simmons, and this episode is proudly brought to you by Cancer Australia.Want to get in touch? Visit our website at bcna.org.au, email us at [email protected], or call our Helpline on 1800 500 258.Marie died in February 2021. She was happy for us to continue to share this content and her story.

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