http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.ibcpc.com en-us Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:50:36 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/167870/global-breast-cancer-statistics-a-world-snapshot/ Executive Summary.  Breast cancer is usually the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women across major world regions, but outcomes differ sharply by region. Among the best reported five-year survival outcomes are seen in Australia, North America, and much of Western and Northern Europe, where organised screening, earlier diagnosis, and broad access to multimodal treatment support strong outcomes. Australia reports 92.7% five-year survival, the United States about 92%, Canada 90%, and... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post167870 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/167883/congress-update-nominations--board-news/ As many of you know, the roles of Secretary and Vice President are up for election at this year's Congress. We are pleased to share the following nominees standing for these positions:Secretary: Jo Parry, Veronica CarlosVice President: Lucia de Ranieri (incumbent), Clare Fiaschi, Kris KunzeWe encourage all members to review each nominee's statement and biography ahead of Congress and to vote thoughtfully — these are demanding, voluntary roles that carry real responsibility for our organisation... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post167883 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/167867/letter-of-support-our-venezuelan-team/ On behalf of the International Breast Cancer Paddlers' Commission and the entire global IBCPC community, we want you to know that our thoughts are with you following the recent earthquakes to affect your region.We know that moments like this test communities in ways that are hard to put into words, and we want you to know that you are not facing this alone. The IBCPC family stretches across the world, and right now, every one of us is standing with you — in spirit, in solidarity, and in whatev... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post167867 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/167882/a-new-wave-of-hope-for-breast-cancer-survivors/ I am always reading and learning about our cohort and the journeys we travel in life. This piece of research inspired me to think more about what we go through post a diagnosis.For every breast cancer survivor who has sat in a doctor's room waiting for answers, every new step toward kinder, more personalised treatment matters. A large international clinical trial has brought encouraging news: many people with a common type of breast cancer may be able to safely avoid chemotherapy, thanks to a ge... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post167882 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/167884/from-the-desk-of-the-president/ What a season it has been. Between exploring homes for our future festivals, spending time with teams on the ground, representing IBCPC on the world stage, and preparing for the business of Congress, I have rarely stopped moving these past few months — and I would not have it any other way.Much of my travel has centred on scouting locations for our 2030 and 2034 festivals. There is nothing quite like standing on the water where a future festival will one day be held and picturing the thousands... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post167884 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/166295/future-festival-planning/ The IBCPC Festival Bid Process Underway: IBCPC festivals are among the most meaningful events in our international calendar. Held every four years in a different part of the world, each festival is far more than a gathering—it is a celebration of participation, friendship, perseverance, and the shared spirit that unites our community across countries, cultures, and languages.For many paddlers, supporters, and survivors, the festival is a milestone event: a chance to reconnect, to honour p... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post166295 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/166296/andrews-coaching-tips/ Many of you will remember Andrew from the IBCPC festival in New Zealand 2023 (yes, the one in the red heels), but he is also a clinical nurse consultant with a master’s degree in nursing. He has led many teams in a clinical environment and his particular field of experience is in vascular access and infusion therapy and he is also the lead examiner for assessing the dragon boat para-athletes, so he knows what he is talking about. Breast cancer, uncertainty, and the journey into dragon boatingF... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post166296 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/166290/paddles-ready-podcast/ Paddles Ready Podcast: This is really cool.These guys will be commentating the club crew championships in Hualien. They talk a bit at the start and I come in at about 10 minutes. Tune in, turn it up, it’s a good listen!Meri.... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post166290 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/166292/france-2026-congress/ We are looking forward to all getting together in France for our participatory event. It is such a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow paddlers and see our friends from around the world!Important Notice: The France organizing committee has changed the time of the Managers' meeting to 9:00 am so it will now be before Congress. Congress registration will start at 10:00 am and the meeting will start at 10:30 am.There are two positions up for election, Vice President and Secretary. Those nomination... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post166292 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/post/166293/festival-2026-update/ Opening Ceremony: Thursday 27 August1.00 - All teams to be on site.3.00 - All teams should assemble under the trees. Teams will be located by country and then alphabetically by team, from Argentina first through to USA last. France will walk in last, in the same way as the Olympics.4.00 - Teams start walking.4.30pm - Teams are on site.5.00 - It is expected that all teams will be on the beach ready for the speeches and the awakening of the Dragons, followed by the opening ceremony and festivities... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.ibcpc.com/blog/#post166293