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Today’s latest Breast Screening Performance data for 2021-22 reveals that the percentage of women taking up their invitation to breast screening in England is still worryingly below pre-COVID levels, and over one million women missed out on vital breast cancer screening last year.*

A year ago, along with some of the incredible women involved in our secondary breast cancer campaign, we went to parliament to deliver a petition with more than 70,000 signatures to the Cancer Minister, Jo Churchill.

Learn all about genetic testing for breast cancer, which is used to find out whether an altered gene, such as BRCA1 or BRCA2, runs in the family.

If you feel unwell or need support, the Christmas and New Year season can be difficult. We offer some tips and places where you can get help.

Michael's wife, sister and sister-in-law all heard the news they had breast cancer. Find out more about his story and why he's taking part in our Pink Ribbon Walk.

Nick’s wife, Dawn, died just a month after being diagnosed with secondary breast cancer. He tells us about the life they shared, and how supporting Breast Cancer Now can help prevent other families from going through the same.

In response to a new trial using AI software within breast cancer screening at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust*, Dr Kotryna Temcinaite, head of research communications at Breast Cancer Now, said:

For 15 years, Breast Cancer Now has been campaigning for better information on those living with secondary breast cancer. We still don't have the statistics we need, but we are determined to see improvements.

Alex wears it pink in support of her mum – the original dance mum. She shares how she got a class of children involved.

Casting for Recovery offers unique weekend retreats for people with breast cancer. Clare Foulkes found it brought fun, relaxation and friendship.

Learn more about breast cancer stages, from stage 1 to 4. The stage describes the size of the cancer and how far it has spread.

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