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Family history of breast cancer – managing your risk

Learn about options to help you manage your risk of developing breast cancer if your risk is increased, such as risk-reducing medication and surgery.

Writing helped me face my demons

Fran, from Dorset, tells us how writing helped her move forward after treatment, and gives her top tips for starting to write.

Suppliers: bras, prostheses, clothes and swimwear

Browse our list for suppliers of mastectomy bras, breast prostheses, clothes and swimwear. Find out about recycling and donating bras and prostheses.

Tubular breast cancer

Learn about tubular breast, including what it is, how it’s diagnosed and how it may be treated.

I want people to see the true picture of cancer

In 2013, Esther had a mastectomy to treat primary breast cancer. Following a secondary (metastatic) breast cancer diagnosis earlier this year, she is sharing her pictures to raise awareness and encourage self-checking.

Breast prostheses, bras and clothes after surgery (BCC123)

This booklet gives practical information about breast prostheses, bras and clothing for women who have had breast surgery. Most of the information is aimed at people who have had surgery for breast cancer and have not had reconstruction (the creation of a new breast shape using surgery). However, it may also be useful for women whose breasts are naturally different from each other in size or shape, who have had part of their breast removed, or who have had breast reconstruction that has not given an even match.

Why are so many unreconstructed women like me hidden?

When Claire discovered that about 2/3 of women choose not to have reconstruction after mastectomy, she wanted to find a way to share and understand their experiences through her Intimate Tour of Breasts.

Your guide to a well-fitting bra

Find out more about bra sizing, how your bra should fit, and what type of bra might be best for you.

I feel guilty for having a baby when I have a faulty BRCA gene

Aimi’s mother and grandmother both died by the age of 36 from breast and ovarian cancers. Aimi tells us what it’s like to have inherited the faulty BRCA1 gene.

I wanted to create a magazine to empower women of colour with cancer

Rachel, our senior clinical nurse specialist, chats to Leanne Pero, founder of Black Women Rising, about the magazine she hopes will help BAME women diagnosed with cancer.

I regret my breast reconstruction decision, and I want other women to know their options

Gina was offered a single mastectomy with reconstruction after her breast cancer diagnosis in May last year but has regrets about the outcome. Here is what she wishes she knew before getting her surgery.