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We respond to House of Commons library analysis revealing record numbers of women facing delays to see an NHS cancer specialist
Baroness Delyth Morgan, Chief Executive at Breast Cancer Now, said:
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Highlights from the NCRI 2017 – part one
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Dr Georgette Oni
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Types of breast cancer
There are several different types of breast cancer, which can be diagnosed at different stages and can grow at different rates.
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Kayla - on dealing with a recurrence and raising awareness - Breast Cancer Now Podcast
Kayla was first diagnosed with breast cancer at 20 and experienced a recurrence in her early 30s. She tells us about the long-term impact cancer had and how she’s worked to move forward and help others.
See the day everyone with breast cancer lives
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Eimer on what it’s like to be a breast cancer nurse specialist
This National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Day, we’re sharing and celebrating the story of Eimer McGeown. Eimer is a clinical nurse specialist who has been working on our Service Pledge since 2023.
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For International Nurses Day, Catherine gives the low-down on our nurse helpline and why it is so valuable
We asked Catherine what she enjoys most about being one of our nurses and why the helpline is so important.
Catherine offers a listening ear, information and support, as part of our specialist nurses and trained staff team. From answering calls on our helpline, to hosting Facebook lives, the team does it all.
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New trial aims to reduce treatment side effects for women with secondary breast cancer
Researchers are investigating how body composition affects the severity of side effects from chemotherapy experienced by women with secondary breast cancer, thanks to new funding from Breast Cancer Now.
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Help Joanna say 'goodbye breasts!'
After getting her second breast cancer diagnosis in 2020, Joanna produced a documentary and art installation about her breast cancer experience.
She tells us about her two-time diagnosis, the discovery of a hereditary altered gene, and everything she wants to achieve with her project, Goodbye Breasts!
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Mummy's Lump (BCC164)
This booklet is for familes needing to talk to children about breast cancer. It covers diagnosis, going into hospital, treatments and hair loss. Mummy’s Lump follows Elly and Jack as they learn of their mother’s diagnosis and treatment for breast cancer. It has the look and feel of a classic children's story book, with illustrations by Sarah Garson.
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Louise Hudson
Louise is an accomplished ballet dancer who's living with secondary breast cancer. She wants to live to celebrate her 60th birthday with a solo ballet rendition.