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What does the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan mean for breast cancer
Last month, the long-awaited NHS Long Term Workforce Plan for England was published. In this blog we discuss what the plan says and what it could mean for people affected by breast cancer.
Recipe
Anna’s gluten free pistachio cookies
The lovely Anna, who works here at Breast Cancer Now, shares one of her favourite gluten free bakes – these delicious pistachio cookies.
From awareness to action in the South Asian community: a conversation on breast cancer
In July 2024, Breast Cancer Now held its first ever panel event for South Asian women, by South Asian women.
Drug
Atezolizumab (Tecentriq)
Read more about atezolizumab (Tecentriq), including what it is, how it’s given and whether it may be suitable for you.
Personal Story
I was excited to become a nanny, but then I found out I had breast cancer
After facing breast cancer when her daughter was 36 weeks pregnant, Kathrine decided to host an Afternoon Tea.
Personal Story
I put off seeing a doctor because I believed that breast cancer was incurable
When Lorraine found a lump, she thought nothing could be done to help her. After her treatment and recovery, she turned her attention to helping and educating others on breast cancer.
Article
Breast Cancer Now responds to the sad news of Jacqueline Gold's death
Reacting to the sad news of Jacqueline Gold’s death today, Baroness Delyth Morgan, Chief Executive at Breast Cancer Now said:
Personal Story
I wanted immediate reconstruction because I couldn’t imagine having part of me missing
When Suzanne was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, the news came as a huge shock. After coming to terms with her diagnosis, she opted for immediate breast reconstruction after her mastectomy. She tells us about her recovery process, how happy she is with the results, and how she’s drawing on her experience as a Breast Cancer Voice.
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We respond to the Scottish Health Technologies Group’s recommendation on tumour profiling tests for certain patients with primary breast cancer
Melanie Sturtevant, associate director of policy, evidence and influencing, at Breast Cancer Now, said:
Younger Women Together in person
We hold in person events across the UK, so you can meet women like you who understand the challenges you’re facing.
Research Study
Understanding how immune cells promote DCIS invasiveness
Dr Takanori Kitamura
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Breast Cancer Now responds to Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) reports demonstrating scale of workforce shortages across the country and impacts on cancer patients
Baroness Delyth Morgan, chief executive of Breast Cancer Now, said:
