Winter 2009,2010 - Breast Cancer Action Ottawa

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P A G E 1 0Members Needed for StudyBreast Cancer Action has been asked by the University of Ottawa to offer our members the opportunityto take part in this study.Université d'Ottawa • University of OttawaÉcole de psychologieSchool of PsychologyVOLUNTEERS NEEDEDFor participation in studyPurpose:Examine whether being a mother with breast cancer has a long term effect on stress as measuredthrough stress biomarkers such as cortisol.Involvement:Participation in the study involves two steps: 1)providing saliva samples over two consecutivedays, and 2) coming to the lab at the University of Ottawa to complete a brief psychologicalexperiment, and a set of questionnaires that measures well-being (including perceived healthstatus), social well-being (including social support), emotional well-being (including stress andanxiety), stressful life events and stress associated with parenting. The estimated duration ofthe laboratory session will be 90—120 minutes.Eligibility:You may be eligible to participate if you fall into one of four groups:- Mother with a history of Breast Cancer- Non mother with a history of Breast Cancer- Mother with no history of Breast Cancer- Non mother with no history of Breast CancerCompensation:Chance to win one of three prizes of 250$Transportation fees and parking fees will be covered (10$)If you are interested in participating, please contact us—either Jacine Faucher or Marie-EveCouture-Lalande; Stress, health and immunocompetence laboratory (Dr. C. Bielajew).(613) 562-5800 ext. 3892
P A G E 11Our Statement of Principles:Mission Fulfillment. Breast Cancer Action strives to achieve mission fulfillment byfocusing on strengthening the organization in order to meet the changing needs andgrowing expectations of our audience.Effective Stewardship. Breast Cancer Action assures effective stewardship by maintainingeffective governance and management, and by generating and managing resourcesin a wise and responsible manner.Quality. Breast Cancer Action strives to improve quality by working toward achievingexcellence in all aspects of the organization, and by evaluating the total organization andits outcomes on a regular basis.Leadership. Breast Cancer Action provides leadership by adopting and promotinginclusiveness and diversity through services, programs, initiatives and activities, and byproactively educating the public.Our Guiding Principles:Commitment. Breast Cancer Action strives to operate in a manner that serves thebest interest of the organization, with consideration given to the needs of the membership,our stakeholders and the community.Inclusion. Breast Cancer Action strives to implement broad-based decision makingpractices that best reflect the needs and expectations of our members, stakeholdersand the community.Diversity. Breast Cancer Action respects and values differences among our membershipand stakeholders, and believes that diverse populations can be advantageous.Transparency. Breast Cancer Action promotes openness regarding our vision, missionand mandate.Integrity. Breast Cancer Action remains committed to providing our members, stakeholdersand the community with information, care and support to the best of our abilities.Board of DirectorsRosalind Bell, PresidentDiane Ryan, DirectorLeah Clement, TreasurerMarlene Dalley, DirectorAnn Knechtel, Vice-PresidentJeysa Pratt, DirectorJulia Ringma, DirectorAndrea Segal, DirectorStaffKaren Graszat, Executive Directorexecutivedirector@bcaott.caGloria Bateson, Acting AdministrativeAssistantinfo@bcaott.caJo-Anne Turple-Watson, VolunteerCoordinatorvolunteer@bcaott.caContact UsBreast Cancer ActionThe Riverside Mall739A Ridgewood AvenueOttawa, OntarioK1V 6M8Office: 613.736.5921Wishing You AMerry ChristmasAnd AHappy New Year
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