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Scientists discover three new genetic changes linked to breast cancer in men

Scientists largely funded by Breast Cancer Now have discovered three new genetic changes that increase the risk of breast cancer in men, furthering our understanding of this form of the disease.

Clothing and swimwear

Read our tips on what clothes to wear after breast surgery, including post-surgery swimwear and sleepwear.

‘Dark day’ as life-extending drug blocked from NHS use in England

A vital treatment offering precious hope of more time to live for people with incurable secondary breast cancer, has been rejected for use on the NHS in England.

My tips for managing the festive season with breast cancer

As Lauren approaches her first Christmas after treatment, she explains why it’s important to be kind to yourself and shares her top self-care tips.

Metastatic breast cancer tests

If you have metastatic (secondary) breast cancer symptoms, you may be offered tests. Learn more about these tests, including CT scans, MRI scans and biopsies.

World Cancer Day 2019

Monday 4 February is international World Cancer Day. A day to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.

Family history of breast cancer: managing your risk (BCN244)

This booklet is for anyone who has an increased risk of developing breast cancer. This includes people who have inherited an altered gene that increases their risk. It’s also relevant for people who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and remain at higher risk because of their family history. The booklet explains the different options that might be available for managing their risk.

Researchers find that PARP inhibitors could help reduce recurrence and prevent progression to secondary breast cancer

New research has revealed that a one year course of a drug called a PARP inhibitor can help to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence, and progression to secondary breast cancer, in people with early breast cancer with a change in the BRCA gene.

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Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)

Learn about ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), an early form of breast cancer. Find out how DCIS is diagnosed, treated and how you can get support.

Immune system could be trained to spot some drug resistant cancers with changes in BRCA genes

Study has suggested that immunotherapy could be effective against some cancers with changes in BRCA genes that become resistant to treatment.

Powering research to better support informal carers of men with breast cancer

How our volunteers are helping to identify the needs and struggles of those supporting men with breast cancer.