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New research suggests a protein, HIF-1a, could increase the chances of developing secondary breast cancer in the lung

A study funded by Breast Cancer Now has identified a protein that affects the blood vessels in the lungs.

Sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy)

Read more about sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy), including what it is, how it’s given, and if it might be suitable for you.

Access to breast cancer drugs: mid-year review

We recap which breast cancer drugs have been approved for use on the NHS so far this year and share an update on which breast cancer drugs are currently being assessed for use.

Breast Cancer Now expands its #NoTimeToWaste campaign as data reveals over one million women in England missed out on vital breast cancer screening last year

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.*

Secondary breast cancer campaign update: working to improve treatment and care

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.

Highlights from the 2016 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium: Part 1

Genetic testing for altered breast cancer genes

Learn about genetic testing for breast cancer, which is used to find out whether an altered gene, such as BRCA1, BRCA2 or PALB2, runs in your family.

Support with breast cancer over Christmas and the New Year

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 is walking for his loved ones

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.

When my wife died of secondary breast cancer, I felt robbed of a future we could have had

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.

Breast Cancer Now responds to new research about AI and breast cancer screening

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:

Despite years of campaigning, we still don't know how many people in the UK are living with secondary breast cancer

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.