Isla’s story: “Michelle, our McGrath Breast Care Nurse has been a shining light.”
Isla Foy, 35, was 26 weeks pregnant when she felt pain in her left breast. As the pain continued to increase, she saw her doctor six weeks later where she…
McGrath Breast Care Nurses
“Going dry this July will give me something wonderful to focus on.” – Natalie’s story
For Natalie Argus, the decision to sign up to Dry July and raise funds for the McGrath Foundation was a chance to give back to those who have been supporting…
McGrath Foundation Congratulates Glenn McGrath on King’s Birthday Honour
McGrath Foundation Co-Founder and President Glenn McGrath AO has been acknowledged in the 2024 annual King’s Birthday Honours List. Glenn McGrath was awarded Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)…
“McGrath Breast Care Nurses know you at your most vulnerable” – Melissa’s story
Melissa Marquis had just celebrated her 50th birthday when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. The mum of two, and local primary school principal had booked herself in for her…
The power of care is…time for goodbyes – Stefan & Louisa’s story
Cancer was not something new to Louisa Butler when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019 but it still came as a shock. Unfortunately, she had already been…
The power of care is…never feeling alone – Ali’s story
There’s a lot of living to do in your 20’s, the last thing you expect is a breast cancer diagnosis. Ali Moore, 28, was spending time in the chemotherapy ward…
The power of care is…the strength to keep fighting – Cassie’s story
Cassie Perrins 47, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020 and it progressed to metastatic in 2022. Throughout it all she has been supported by McGrath Breast Care Nurse Sally…
The power of care is…being able to live your life – Venessa’s story
When Venessa Pearce was diagnosed with breast cancer at 37, the mum-of-three wasn’t too surprised. Her mum had also had it and Venessa had steeled herself, knowing it could also…
NSW Government Investment Delivers McGrath Breast Care Nurses
The NSW Government is delivering on its promise to support additional McGrath Breast Care Nurses across the state. A $18.6 million investment over 4 years will see 29 new McGrath…
‘In that time, she’d referred me to an oncologist, they’d discussed my case and had a plan.’ – Mandi’s Story
Rural patients already face a tougher road to treatment, simply because of the distances they must travel for healthcare. Mandi Byrne had a more literal roadblock – floods. When high…