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We respond to new research that suggests women who use a contraceptive coil may have a slightly higher risk of developing breast cancer
Dr Simon Vincent, director of research, services and influencing at Breast Cancer Now, said:
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APPG: Family History of Breast Cancer
Read about our meeting at the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Breast Cancer
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HER2
Some breast cancer cells have a higher-than-normal level of a protein called HER2 on their surface, which stimulates them to grow. This is known as HER2-positive breast cancer.
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Personal Story
Training for an ultra marathon after my diagnosis kept me sane
In July 2018, Emma was diagnosed with breast cancer. Almost exactly a year later, she took part in the Peak District Ultra Challenge.
Personal Story
Even in her final days with breast cancer, Emma was thinking of others
As Philippa and Wilma reflect on their friend Emma and her gregarious way of life, they are grateful to be able to remember her in a way that might one day find a cure for secondary breast cancer.
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I felt guilty for feeling fatigued after treatment
Sarah felt flat after treatment, but found ways to manage her fatigue. She shares her top 5 tips.
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We respond to a new study into the use of ErSO to shrink oestrogen receptor positive breast cancer in mice
Dr Kotryna Temcinaite, Senior Research Communications Manager at Breast Cancer Now, said:
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Know your breasts - quick guide, Portuguese (BCN245)
A quick guide to being breast aware, in Portuguese. Whatever your age, size or shape it’s important to look after your breasts by being breast aware. Our illustrated quick guide in Portuguese and English shows you what breast changes to look and feel for.
This is an ideal pocket-sized (A7) leaflet to promote breast awareness in the community. Includes the Breast Cancer Now checklist.
Personal Story
I planned my wedding while going through chemotherapy
Cliona was 24 and newly engaged when she found out she had breast cancer. She shares why she kept her spirits up and how her loved ones helped her to the altar.
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Facing breast cancer together
Breast Cancer Care is here so that no one has to face breast cancer alone. We are the only UK-wide charity providing specialist support and tailored information for anyone affected by breast cancer.
