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BCMedEquip would like to help you support the Canadian Lymphedema Framework with a $50 discount in exchange for a $25 CLF donation on each Tribute sale. Until December 31st, 2011, BC Medequip will discount the price of every Solaris Tribute garment ordered by $50 when the purchaser submits a copy of their (or their client’s) receipt showing a minimum $25 donation to the non-profit Canadian Lympehedema Framework.  (Charitable Registration # 85160 1260 RR00001)

Donations can be made with a credit card online and receipts generated instantly though www.Canadahelps.org. Just search for the Canadian Lymphedema Framework by keyword. Supporters without online access have the option to donate by cheque via mail. Simpy fax |(778-355-1185)or email (info@bcmedequip.com) a copy of your charitable donation receipt to BC Medequip to receive this discount offer on your Tribute. Every Tribute purchase is eligible: one discount per garment. To learn more about the Canadian Lymphedema Framework and the important work that this non-profit organization is engaged in to raise awareneww and improve the lives of those living with lymphedema and related conditions, visit the CLF’s interim website at : www.CanadaLymph.com

An estimated 177,800 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in 2011. Since 2007, cancer has surpassed ardiovascular disease (heart and cerebrovascular) as the leading cause of death in Canada. (To read more: http://www.cancer.ca/canada-wide/about%20cancer/cancer%20statistics/stat...) According to The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women. It is estimated that 23,400 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011. Approximately 64 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer every day. When a surgical procedure including a mastectomy or partial mastectomy is required, new challenges are created for women as they deal with recovery. Delicate breast tissue that has been exposed to surgery, chemotherapy and radiation needs to be treated with special care. Often the lymphatic network has been compromised, so any garment contacting the remaining tissue must be chosen with care. The TAB Bra Company is a provider of bras that feature a cotton-lined pocket in each cup which is designed to accept a prosthetic insert. This allows for the ultimate in security and discretion; the bra presents the prosthetic as a regular breast with proper shape and weight, comparable to a natural breast of the same size. The soft cotton pocket touches the remaining scar tissue with a gentle pressure. Additionally, the security of the pockets makes exercise and other rigorous activities much less stressful for the wearer of the prosthesis. For those with larger prosthetics, the triangular guide and support shelf of the bra are utilized to create a secure cradle for the prosthetic. As a custom fitted bra, the TAB is equipped to ensure that the bra fits the prosthetic to your body perfectly. In addition, the TAB bra holds a Medical Device Establishment License with Health Canada under MDEL #3772, which usually helps patients with extended health coverage and a doctor’s prescription to be reimbursed for the cost. The bras are also suitable and comfortable for ladies who have not had tissue removed. The triangular guide design between the cup and the breast directs the breast tissue forward, helping general tissue health and assisting lymphatic drainage. The bra also has been designed to provide support to all existing tissue. Instead of relying on cup compression and straps to lift the tissue from above, the engineered shelf provides support from underneath, which is especially helpful for ladies with larger breasts. This takes the pressure off the shoulder straps, and reduces the compression on the breast tissue. The bra accomplishes all this without the use of underwires or stretch in the cups or shoulder straps. This product is rapidly growing in popularity as a health garment, both for women with special needs as well as regular bra users interested in optimizing their breast health potential. For more information and to make an appointment for your private personal fitting, Contact Patricia at BC Medequip Home Healtcare Ltd at 604-888-88411.

Thank you to everyone who came out to this year’s Conference. It was a great turn out and attendees enjoyed themselves and gained more knowledge about lymphedema and the direction that things are heading/could head in the future.

Patricia Montagano, RN, BSN, was a guest speaker, and spoke in regards to Day Time and Night Time Compression Garments, Understanding Lymphedema and Compression. For more information, please see:

http://www.bclymph.org/Resources/Documents/Patricia%20Montagano,%20RN,%2...

As of August 6th, 2011, King Edward Street, between Lougheed Highway and United Boulevard, will be closed for 12 weeks for completion of the final span of the King Edward Overpass. This is part of the Province’s Port Mann Highway 1 Project.

For updates on the improvements regarding the Kind Edward Overpass and the Port Mann highway 1 Project, please visit www.coquitlam.ca/kingedward.

Please see attached map. We are conveniently located on the south site of the Boulevard Casino.

http://www.coquitlam.ca/NR/rdonlyres/A8B686BB-97AB-41A7-B733-C001B4CE6B1...

How to get to us – follow the detour or ask us about our in-home service and delivery. If you wish to visit the store, please call ahead for an appointment so that we are able to serve you better. Please see attached map.

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