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Surgery for primary breast cancer

Find out about the different types of surgery for primary breast cancer, including breast-conserving surgery or lumpectomy, mastectomy and breast reconstruction.

Radiotherapy for primary breast cancer

Learn about radiotherapy for primary breast cancer, including what it is, when you might have it and what to expect.

Work and breast cancer

Learn about how you are protected at work under the Equality Act, how to ask for reasonable adjustments and how you can get more support around returning to work.

Wear It Pink

Wear pink. Raise money. Change lives.

HER2

Some breast cancer cells have a higher-than-normal level of a protein called HER2 on their surface, which stimulates them to grow. This is known as HER2-positive breast cancer.

Stress and anxiety after a breast cancer diagnosis

Stress and anxiety are common after a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn about the symptoms of stress and anxiety, how to reduce them, and how you can get support.

After breast cancer surgery

Find out what happens after surgery for breast cancer, including information about recovery.

Breast lumps and benign breast conditions

Although most breast lumps are not cancer, it’s important to get them checked. Learn about breast lumps and benign (not cancer) conditions.

Menopausal symptoms and breast cancer

Some breast cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and hormone therapy, can cause menopausal symptoms. Find out more, including ways to cope.

Afternoon Tea

This August, we’re baking to change the future. So everyone with breast cancer lives and lives well.

Coping emotionally

There's no right or wrong way to feel after a breast cancer diagnosis. Find tips and resources for dealing with your emotions.

We respond to the NICE decision to approve capivasertib (Truqap) in combination with fulvestrant for certain types of secondary breast cancer

Claire Rowney, chief executive at Breast Cancer Now, said: