Coronavirus and breast cancer

Our information about coronavirus (Covid-19) for people affected by breast cancer, including support, vaccine information, tips on self-isolation and social distancing.

How can we help you?

Helpline staff

I’ve had breast cancer and I’m worried about coronavirus

Our Clinical Nurse Specialist answers some common questions about breast cancer and coronavirus. Read more.

Signs and symptoms

Know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer

It's important to get to know your breasts. Check your breasts regularly and see your GP if you notice any changes. Find out more.

Our advisory committees

Discover our current research

We focus on four key areas of research: risk and prevention, early detection and diagnosis, treatment and secondary breast cancer. Learn more.

Take up a challenge in 2021 for Team Now

From walkers to bakers, to runners and riders, we’re all Team Now. We’re raising money to help change the future of breast cancer.

Your stories

Anna shows off a medal she's won while smiling outside in the garden

There is still room for hope with a secondary breast cancer diagnosis

Anna, a 53-year-old mother of two, has been living with secondary breast cancer since 2017. Here, she talks about how her life has changed – and how it hasn't.

1 March 2021 Personal story

Close up of a microscope

What do we still need to learn about DCIS?

Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is an early form of breast cancer. In the UK, 7,000 people are diagnosed with DCIS every year.

27 February 2021 Breast Cancer Now

A split image of Helen in treatment with no hair, and then later out on a walk

Breast Cancer Now helped me when I needed it, so it is time to give a little bit back

Helen was diagnosed with primary breast cancer a few years ago, and has since recovered from treatment. Now, she is raising money for secondary breast cancer research with the £1,000 challenge.

25 February 2021 Personal story