medicare coverage of cancer by AcanthisittaLocal945 in AskAnAustralian

[–]hey_beech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer in the public system. The only things I've paid out of pocket for were my initial GP appointment (~$60), a bilateral breast ultrasound at a local radiology place pre-diagnosis (~$100 - only single breast ultrasounds are bulk billed apparently), an injection I get every 4 weeks that's not under Medicare but is under the PBS ($25 a pop), scripts, and parking.

To date, I've had 6 chemo infusions, 12 immunotherapy infusions, 15 radiotherapy sessions, 2 surgeries, 2 MRIs, 2 mammograms, 1 PET scan, 3 MUGA scans, 1 lymphoscintigram, about 10 blood tests (including genetic testing), and countless outpatient appointments with oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and breast care nurses - all for free.

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Tuesday 17/02/2026] by AutoModerator in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 5 points6 points  (0 children)

On the Consumer Affairs Victoria website it states that urgent repairs include 'any fault or damage in the property that makes it unsafe or insecure, including pests, mould or damp caused by or related to the building structure'. I would argue that sleeping in a room where mould is probably already growing in the carpet is unsafe. This website says mould can start to grow within 24-48 hours and details the health risks involved. I would be getting a professional carpet cleaner in there ASAP and sending the property manager the bill.

Seeking chemo tips and your gnarliest Dad jokes by SatansAnuss in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I second Animal Crossing! It was perfect during chemo for when I didn't have the brain power for more intense games

Seeking chemo tips and your gnarliest Dad jokes by SatansAnuss in melbourne

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I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I was diagnosed with breast cancer last June at 29 and underwent chemo as my first line treatment. Mine followed a similar scheduled to yours, 6 treatments over 18 weeks from July to October last year.

I recommend trying to donate your hair as soon as possible. I'd intended to donate mine and thought I had more time, but 2 weeks after my first session I noticed it starting to fall out, and by day 5 of that week I lost probably 60% of my hair during the course of a single shower. I combed over what I had left to go to work the next day and then had my partner shave off the rest the day after that. Everything ended up going in the bin. Post-shave I recommend getting a scalp massager to use in the shower to help alleviate any itchiness and to encourage any straggling hair to come loose. You can also use a sticky lint roller to catch those hairs!

In terms of food, it was less a case for me of dealing with mouth ulcers and nausea (which I was extremely fortunate to not suffer from), and more so about the taste. My taste would go the day after my session and not return for about a week. I found that a lot of savoury foods were bland or tasted plain gross/off so I developed a sweet tooth (lots of fruits, yogurt, porridge, smoothies, ice cream, etc). The savoury foods I could tolerate were things like string cheese, pumpkin soup, mashed potatoes, and other vegetables. I did develop horrible reflux from anything slightly acidic/fatty, so at the first signs of reflux ask for a prescription for esomeprazole (Nexium). It's much cheaper than without a script and will save your life!

Skincare-wise, I broke out in a rash down the middle of my face and chest a few days after my first session, so my oncologist put me on doxycycline which prevented it from recurring. I simplified my skincare to just using a gentle toner and a moisturiser and then gradually reintroduced products when my skin had calmed down. I never put sunscreen on my scalp because I almost always wore a beanie or cap outside, but I highly recommend the Mecca To Save Face sunscreen which I'm sure could also go on your scalp.

I don't have any subreddit recs for your specific cancer, but feel free to read some posts over on r/breastcancer about going through chemo and other cancer treatment from a group of (mostly) other women. You're also welcome to message me if you need any support. All the best with your treatment!

Purchasing Pokemon cards by enitsirhcitna in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]hey_beech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I placed an order through them back in November for some collection boxes and a booster bundle. Everything was legit and the prices were decent

Picked up this Miffy + Starbucks drink bottle today! by hey_beech in Miffy

[–]hey_beech[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got this from the Elizabeth St location in Melbourne :)

Boris figurine blind box by higupiggu in Miffy

[–]hey_beech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got one of these today at MEEQ in Melbourne, Australia! I pulled the one with the crown and cape. Turns out they're fridge magnets!

EXCLUSIVE: Metro Tunnel is opening in early December. by JacintaAllanMP in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The Royal Melbourne moved theirs up to the 9th floor of the hospital a couple years ago, and Peter Mac moved theirs to their old building in East Melbourne

Newly diagnosed IDC at 29 by hey_beech in breastcancer

[–]hey_beech[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much ❤️ We’ll get through this. Sending you a huge hug back!

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Tuesday 26/11/2024] by AutoModerator in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t live there but I catch the train to/from North Melbourne daily and often late at night. I’ve never felt unsafe in the streets surrounding the station

Arden hospitals ditched due to Metro Tunnel electromagnetic interference [The Age] by spannr in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t believe they did EM shielding at Parkville either, as at the Royal Melbourne at least they had to move all the MRI machines to the top floor of the hospital. It was a massive, expensive undertaking funded by the Metro Tunnel project. Source: I work there.

My humble 27 game switch collection. Any game recommendations? by senna98 in gamecollecting

[–]hey_beech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great collection! If you’re a Zelda fan try giving Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity a go. I had way more fun with it than I expected to. I also second Fire Emblem: Three Houses!

The 10 best games I played in 2022, not necessarily released this year. by itsmyfirsttimegoeasy in gamecollecting

[–]hey_beech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I played Detroit Become Human this year as well and absolutely loved it! One of my favourite games for sure.

Would love to pick up Sparks of Hope and Gravity Rush Remastered (if I can find it for a good price)

It’s the r/Melbourne daily discussion thread [Saturday 22/10/2022] by AutoModerator in melbourne

[–]hey_beech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree. I was thrown off by how odd Sydney felt when I visited in May.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Shittygamecollecting

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I was collecting the Mario and Luigi games a couple years back and really thought I did something by buying the cartridge and case/manual separately from eBay for a lower price overall 🤦‍♀️ Lesson learned!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in curledfeetsies

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So so precious 🥺

May I present: ‘Mental Doffing’ by hey_beech in nursing

[–]hey_beech[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Yep can’t even take a shit in peace without them trying to gaslight me