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Living with and beyond breast cancer

Find information on coping with a breast cancer diagnosis, from diet and physical activity to emotional support.

Self-care and breast cancer

Having breast cancer affects your mind as well as your body. 

If you're not sure where to start with self-care, our toolkit may help.

Your self-care toolkit

Your body during and after treatment

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Breast prosthesis

Find out more about prosthesis fittings, different types, and getting one replaced.

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Physical activity

Read about exercise, including swimming, after surgery and treatment.

Your body

Your body

Find information on mastectomy tattoos, bras after surgery and how your body might be affected by breast cancer.

Wellbeing and mental health

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Stress and anxiety

Read about how you can manage stress and anxiety.

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Coping with breast cancer

Find out what to do if you're feeling overwhelmed and read tips on coping.

Your mental health toolkit

Mental health and breast cancer

Read tips and personal stories about mental health and breast cancer.

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Diet and breast cancer

You may have questions around what to eat during chemotherapy, or how diet may affect you during treatment. Our information may help.

Diet and breast cancer

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Life after breast cancer treatment

Find support for adapting to life after treatment, including information on the signs of breast cancer recurrence, mastectomy bras, and coping emotionally.

Life after treatment

Practical support

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Work and breast cancer

Read about your rights and where you can find support.

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Get tips on searching for an insurer and planning your trip.

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Financial support

Find out about the financial help you may be entitled to.

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