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Healthcare professionals

Secondary breast cancer support for healthcare professionals

Spot the signs and symptoms of secondary breast cancer earlier.

We're here for you and your patients

In 2019, we surveyed 2,000 people in the UK living with incurable secondary (metastatic) breast cancer about their experiences. 

We found that 1 in 4 respondents who had previously been treated for breast cancer, visited their GP 3 or more times with symptoms of secondary breast cancer, before being diagnosed.

That’s why we're helping people like you, healthcare professionals across the UK, to learn the signs and symptoms of secondary breast cancer.

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Free breast cancer recurrence course by GatewayC

Gateway is a free early diagnosis resource for primary care professionals across England and Wales. Designed for the NHS, by the NHS. The course is a valuable tool to increase awareness of secondary breast cancer symptoms. We've supported the development of their 1-hour CPD-accredited breast cancer recurrence course. This course is also accessible on every GP desktop in Wales.

Learn more about the course

Support for you

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If I’d had the right scan at the time, I still would have had secondary breast cancer, but the tumour would have been significantly smaller and I would have started treatment 9 months sooner. It concerns me that other patients could slip through the cracks in the same way.

Laura, living with secondary breast cancer

Support for your patients

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    Ask our nurses on our forum

    You can ask our nurses anonymous questions about breast cancer and breast health. We aim to respond within 24 hours.

    Go to the nurses board
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    Explore ways to talk to our nurses

    It can be difficult to talk to someone in person about breast cancer concerns. Explore other ways you can ask a question.

    See options
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Support services

Living with Secondary Breast Cancer

You can count on Living with Secondary Breast Cancer to be there for you, no matter what.

Find out more
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Support services

Younger Women with Secondaries Together

If you're a younger woman with secondary breast cancer, we're here for you. Meet other women who understand and get tailored support.

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The forum

Through our online forum, we’re with you every step of the way – alongside thousands of people with real experience of breast cancer.

Visit the forum