Giving something back as a Breast Cancer Voice is such a privilege
Following her treatment for primary breast cancer, Leighanne found the Moving Forward course helped her to talk through her experiences. Now...
I couldn’t wait to get back to swimming with my friends after treatment
During treatment for primary breast cancer, Jackie was desperate to get back in the water. Now, from plunging into icy lakes to dips in the ...
We have so much more to do to raise breast cancer awareness in the Asian community
Diagnosed just after her 50th birthday, Rani faced anxiety during treatment and isolation after. The Moving Forward course helped her connec...
I hope that my work will improve things even further for people going through breast cancer
People affected by breast cancer are at the heart of what we do. Our Breast Cancer Voices, like Carol, help make that happen. She’s taken on...
In memory of my beautiful wife Gill, I’m teeing off 100 holes in a single day
When David's wife, Gill, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, their lives changed forever. Now, in Gill's memory, David and his friends...
How wearing silly wigs led to raising £15,000
Angela, a primary school teacher and mum of 2, was 38 when she was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. She shares her diagnosis an...
Being a Breast Cancer Voice is one of the most rewarding experiences of my life
As a Breast Cancer Voice, Natalie shapes our work as a charity. Our Breast Cancer Voices make sure that the experiences of people with breas...
I’ve raised over £30,000 as a volunteer, and this is just the beginning
Lorraine discovered the power of volunteering over 10 years ago. Her dedication has since raised over £30,000 for Breast Cancer Now, and she...
The Moving Forward course inspired me to take back control
Struggling with health anxiety after primary breast cancer, Louise signed up to one of our Moving Forward courses. Sharing her experiences h...
My nana is my reason for running the London Marathon
Aimee raised money for us by running in this years’ TCS London Marathon. She tells us the story of her nana, Joan, who sadly died from breas...
Getting back into sport after my diagnosis made me feel alive and strong again
Claire’s secondary breast cancer forced her to stop sports and retire from her work as a PE teacher and coach. She tells us how she returned...
Walking together was overwhelming and wonderful
After finishing her breast cancer treatment, Joanna wanted to get active while raising money for Breast Cancer Now. She signed up for the Pi...
Volunteering at the Pink Ribbon Walk meant so much to me
After Aimee’s diagnosis, her mother and friends took on the Pink Ribbon Walk in her honour. Because she was in active treatment, Aimee could...
I want to make sure that future generations have a better experience of breast cancer
As a Breast Cancer Voice, Almona focuses on making sure equality, diversity and inclusion are a priority in everything we do as a charity. S...
Joining the Pink Ribbon Walk gave me such a lift
Still undergoing breast cancer treatment, Becky signed up for the Pink Ribbon Walk. She told us about herself, her fundraising and her highl...
Swimming after breast cancer is so freeing
There are plenty of benefits to physical activity after breast cancer treatment, both physically and mentally. For Darlaine, swimming helped...
15 years later, we’ve reached our £100,000 fundraising goal
A tireless fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now, Robert shares how he got started, what keeps him motivated, and how his team pushed towards an ...
As a Breast Cancer Voice, I’m helping to shape the future of breast cancer support and care
Emily was recently a member of the steering group for our Big Breast Cancer Survey. The survey was created to understand people’s experience...
The younger women with secondaries event helped me feel less alone
Alex was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer at 41. As a young woman, going through a serious illness felt isolating. Looking to connect ...
We all have our own stories but we’re walking for the same goal
After her sisters’ breast cancer diagnoses and her own mastectomy, Nikki took part in the Pink Ribbon Walk. She tells us about her amazing, ...
Getting fit helped me power through my treatment, and now I’m a weightlifting champion
When Dawn was diagnosed with breast cancer, she decided to increase her physical activity to get the best treatment outcome she could. She t...
The Pink Ribbon Walk was the highlight of my year
Inspired by her friend’s diagnosis, Charlotte has been involved in all sorts of fundraising. She recently entered the Pink Ribbon Walk and h...
I had no idea men could get breast cancer
Before his diagnosis, Tony had no idea men could get breast cancer. Now, he wants to make sure people understand that anyone could get the d...
I love spreading awareness in local communities
Hedwig started volunteering with us in 2014. For the past 10 years, she’s been delivering talks to groups across the UK as a public health v...
Volunteering at the Pink Ribbon Walk was wonderful
After her treatment for primary breast cancer, Priya wanted to give something back. She told us what it was like to volunteer at the Pink Ri...
As a Breast Cancer Voice, I’ve regained a sense of purpose
After her breast cancer diagnosis, Fiona found support through Breast Cancer Now. Speaking to people who understood helped her cope througho...
My favourite thing about running karaoke marathons is the look on people’s faces
Graham has been singing karaoke while running marathons for 10 years. In recognition of his hard work, Graham has recently won the Fundraise...
My advice to anyone considering breast reconstruction
Helen shares her experience with breast reconstruction, including her difficulties with the expander implant. Since having a DIEP flap recon...
I wanted immediate reconstruction because I couldn’t imagine having part of me missing
When Suzanne was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, the news came as a huge shock. After coming to terms with her diagnosis, she opted fo...
It's important that we keep banging the drum for breast cancer in men
When Richard was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, he had no idea that men could get breast cancer too. Now, he volunteers with Breast C...
One day, I hope secondary breast cancer won’t cut anyone’s life short
In 2013, Vivien was diagnosed with primary breast cancer. She eventually got the all-clear, but several years later, she got the news that t...
This award is for all the inspirational people I’ve met while volunteering
After her breast cancer diagnosis at age 28, Lauren was determined to help others like her. She became one of our patient advocates and went...
People acted like I was getting a ‘free boob job’
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Carlie-Ann had breast reconstruction in her early 30s. She talks about the ups and downs of her ex...
Yoga was my lifeline after treatment for breast cancer
Marcia was diagnosed with breast cancer at 32. After going through treatment, she decided to try yoga to help with her mental and physical r...
As Breast Cancer Voices, our experiences and our stories make a difference
Sarah has always wanted to improve things for people diagnosed with secondary breast cancer. She has thrown herself into being a Breast Canc...
My secondary breast cancer diagnosis has made me appreciate life so much more
Sarah’s life went back to normal after she finished treatment for primary breast cancer. But just 19 months later, she received a secondary ...
I love using my experiences to help improve support in the future
As a Breast Cancer Voice, Julie uses her experiences to advocate for others and improve researchers’ understanding of breast cancer.
Being an Indian girl, I didn't know anyone who had gone through breast cancer
Watch a video of Kreena talking about overcoming taboos and why she wants to share her story of hope.
As a Breast Cancer Voice, it’s great to see our ideas being implemented
Coral is a part of our Here for You project group. She talks to us about what she’s achieved with the group so far and why she’s one of our ...
As a Voice, I get to contribute my whole self to improving things for others
Anjli uses her experience and skills to make sure that younger women of South Asian descent are represented in our work.
I want to help other young women feel less lonely
Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 29. She tells us what it’s like to have breast cancer as a young woman and what she’s d...
Sharing my story helps me make sense of it all
After recovering from cancer as a teenager, Claire was diagnosed with breast cancer. With the help of Breast Cancer Now’s services, she rega...
Connecting with people my age gave me hope
Charlie was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 33. She took part in our course for younger women with breast cancer and co-created a...
Fiona raises her voice to help others with breast cancer
After treatment for lobular breast cancer, Fiona wanted to challenge herself. She got involved with Breast Cancer Voices and is now using he...
Michael is walking for his loved ones
Michael's wife, sister and sister-in-law all heard the news they had breast cancer. Find out more about his story and why he's taking part i...
Fenjal ambassador, Marie, on her breast cancer story, and our partnership with Fenjal
Marie reached out to us for support after her breast cancer diagnosis, and she’s now one of our incredible supporters. Being a Fenjal ambsas...
Emma’s story
"When I was first diagnosed with secondary breast cancer, I didn't expect to live to the end of the year."
I was treated for secondary breast cancer for a year before doctors realised they’d misdiagnosed me
After being diagnosed with invasive ductal breast cancer, and undergoing a mastectomy, lymph node surgery and chemotherapy, Donna wasn’t pre...
My therapy after treatment? A 1,000-mile cycle to celebrate my 60th
Nancy, who received a primary breast cancer diagnosis, cycled from Land’s End to John O’Groats for the £1000 Challenge.
Our wedding was perfect, then my world came crashing down
The sound of wedding bells had barely stopped ringing in Charlotte’s ears when she received the shocking news of her breast cancer diagnosis...