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I didn’t want to hide my diagnosis

Kiren worried what people would think when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She shares why she wants to spread awareness of breast cancer in Asian communities.

Despite a family history of breast cancer, I never properly checked myself

Jo was diagnosed with breast cancer after finding a lump by chance. She tells us about her treatment, the help she received from Breast Cancer Now, and how she now hopes to help others.

National Three Peaks Challenge

If your boots are made for walking 23 miles, then the National Three Peaks Challenge is for you. This fast-paced, tough trek includes the 3 highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales - Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Will you rise to the challenge?

Pink Ribbon Walk

Steps for science. Steps for support. Join a Pink Ribbon Walk and help change the future of breast cancer.

A-Z of Afternoon Tea

Year 1 of Scotland's Cancer Action Plan

Read how we plan to progress the actions of the Scottish Cancer Action Plan 2023-2026 and our concerns around the commitment to collect secondary breast cancer data.

Angela and Mary, mum and daughter, are taking on The Show after taking on breast cancer together

Mary was diagnosed just 3 weeks after her mum, Angela. Supporting each other whilst trying to look after themselves was tricky to navigate. But going through it together was a big comfort. To celebrate their journeys, they applied for our diverse catwalk, The Show. Find out more about their stories, why they're taking part, and how to watch.

Our researchers show special blood tests could help tailor treatment for metastatic breast cancer

New results from the PLASMAMATCH trial suggest that a blood test known as a ‘liquid biopsy’ could reveal much earlier whether treatment for metastatic breast cancer is effective.

Tips for managing lymphoedema

Tamsin developed lymphoedema after finishing chemotherapy for a breast cancer recurrence. She shares her top tips for managing the condition.

Getting fit helped me power through my treatment, and now I’m a weightlifting champion

When Dawn was diagnosed with breast cancer, she decided to increase her physical activity to get the best treatment outcome she could. She tells us about her journey, and her weightlifting triumphs along the way.

I was diagnosed 15 months after losing my husband to cancer

When Judi found out she had breast cancer in January 2021, she worried about navigating treatment alone. More than anything, she needed to find people who understood what she was going through.

Bami - on educating others on breast awareness - Breast Cancer Now Podcast

After losing her mum and sister to breast cancer, Bami was hypervigilant about her own risk. Now, she volunteers her time and efforts to educating others on what to look out for.