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We’re the UK’s leading breast cancer charity. And we’re combining the power of science and support to change breast cancer. Now.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialAlmost 1 million people are living with or beyond breast cancer in the UK. Together, they could fill London's O2 Arena 50 times. That's 50 times too many... That’s why we’re researching right now, to get to the day where no one dies. Help fund the research that will make it happen.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialWhat is metastatic breast cancer? How does it spread? What happens after diagnosis?
Laura and Breast Cancer Now nurse Catherine talk about how breast cancer spreads, possible signs and symptoms, scanxiety, clinical trials and emotional support.
Listen or watch now. https://youtu.be/4nq9dJ788GY
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialBut this discovery reveals a promising new weakness we could target with future treatments.
Find out more: breastcancernow.org/about-us/res...
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialScientists at the Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre at @icr.ac.uk have uncovered how breast cancer cells use a protein called GPR89 to cope with this stress and keep surviving.
It’s still early-stage research.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialCancer cells grow fast. But that comes at a cost. Rapid growth puts huge stress on systems inside cancer cells. And if that pressure builds too much, the cancer cells can become damaged or die.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialWhen was diagnosed with stage 1 ER+ breast cancer, her motivation to stay strong came from her 2-year-old daughter.
Like Mel, you can help change the future of breast cancer.
Join us and Wear It Pink on 23 October.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialOur partnership will support women across the country to spot the signs and know where to turn to for help at every stage of their breast cancer journey.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialWe’re delighted to announce that we’ve been chosen as the first charity partner to help deliver the Renewed Women’s Health Strategy, working with the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialMarilyn and Paul said: "We decided to leave a gift in our wills to Breast Cancer Now to help them continue supporting people looking for guidance and support after a breast cancer diagnosis." If you're thinking about writing your will, Free Wills Month could be a great place to start.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialAs Marilyn went through treatment, we were there to help her navigate appointments and find support when she needed it. After treatment, she attended our Moving Forward course and is still in touch with people she met through the programme.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialOur supporters Marilyn and Paul chose to leave a gift in their wills to Breast Cancer Now after seeing first-hand the impact breast cancer can have. They’d supported us for years after friends and family were diagnosed. Then, in 2022, Marilyn received her own breast cancer diagnosis.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialThere’s no obligation to leave a gift to Breast Cancer Now but if you choose to after your loved ones are taken care of, your generosity could help change the future of breast cancer.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialOctober is Free Wills Month, which means if you’re aged 55 or over and live in a participating area*, you can have your will written for free.
*Participating areas apply. Breast Cancer Now can't provide legal advice, and independent solicitors act in the testator's interests.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialToday marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Whether you're living with breast cancer, adjusting to life after treatment, supporting someone you love, or remembering someone you've lost, we're here for you.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialIn this week’s podcast episode, Laura speaks to Dani Binnington about the impact of a cancer-induced menopause and how significantly the menopause, especially after cancer, can affect so many aspects of life.
Listen or watch now.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialWalk it. Wear it. Shop it. Do it pink. With October quickly approaching, this Breast Cancer Awareness Month we’re bringing together the power of science, support and action to help change the future of breast cancer. Together, we can make a difference for people affected by breast cancer.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialThis World Cancer Research Day, we’re celebrating the discoveries helping to change breast cancer. Now. 🔬 Breast cancer is far from a done deal. But research is how we’ll change that. Swipe to see how we’re making change happen.
@breastcancernow.bsky.social“I never needed an excuse to wear pink, but this might be the best one yet!”
Wear It Pink is one of the biggest fundraising events in the UK.
Sign up today and on 23 October, wear pink, raise money and help us change the future of breast cancer.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialTogether with @metupuk.bsky.social and @make2ndscount.bsky.social, we’ve written to government representatives in Wales and Northern Ireland to urge them to act quickly to make Enhertu available for use for those with HER2-low metastatic breast cancer on the NHS across these nations.
@breastcancernow.bsky.socialEnhertu is being talked about everywhere thanks to you... in newspapers... on the radio... and on TV. 📰📻📺
