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Researchers unmask how changes in a ‘hidden’ network in human lymph nodes affect breast cancer survival

New research funded by Breast Cancer Now* has uncovered changes in the structure of lymph nodes that could one day help identify people who are at higher or lower risk of breast cancer spreading. This could guide treatment decisions and help more people avoid unnecessary treatment.

Latest afternoon tea trends revealed, with Brits taking to their air fryers for Breast Cancer Now

2024 afternoon tea trends revealed as Breast Cancer Now calls on the UK to sign up and host an Afternoon Tea to raise vital funds for its research and support.

We respond to research about a potential new treatment for advanced breast cancer patients

Dr Kotryna Temcinaite, senior research communications manager at Breast Cancer Now, said:

Understanding how hidden breast cancer cells survive treatment

Professor Luca Magnani

Breast cysts

Learn more about breast cysts, including what they are, what causes them and how they can be treated.

Rhona

"I would like my twin sister and I to be part of The Show - what we’ve experienced is extremely unique, and we love that we get the chance to share this together."

Working together to support people affected by breast cancer (BCN410)

This handy booklet is for healthcare professionals, and is filled with everything you need to know about the benefits of our services for your patients and how to refer them, as well as how we can support you in your work. 

I was always the caregiver in my family. When I got breast cancer, I had to learn how to be cared for

Julia had several unexpected hospital treatments when she had breast cancer. She learned how to let herself be cared for, and how to better care for others.

New research into breast cancer dormancy aims to prevent recurrence

Most breast cancers don’t return after treatment. But in some cases, cancer cells can remain inactive in the body for years before reawakening. Thanks to the generosity of supporters of the Patricia Swannell Appeal, we’re now funding 2 pioneering research projects to understand how these ‘dormant’ cells survive and reawaken.

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 prepared for another medical shock.

Melanie's story

Melanie was diagnosed with stage 1 ER+ breast cancer in 2024.

We respond to NHS England breast cancer waiting times: January 2021

NHS England cancer waiting times data from January 2021, published on Thursday 11 March 2021, shows: