You don’t have to have a lump to have breast cancer!
Women have been positively conditioned to the fact that when a woman discovers a lump in her breast she should go to the doctor immediately, BUT how many people know that you don’t have to have a lump to have breast cancer!
Obesity lowers survival rate of women with breast cancer
According to a new study by the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, obese women suffering from breast cancer have a lower survival rate, compared directly to women who are not obese.
The importance of breast awareness
Most cases of breast cancer are detected by women who report unusual breast changes to their GP. This highlights the importance of being breast aware.
Call for faster breast reconstruction surgery
Only one in ten women with breast cancer are getting access to reconstruction surgery at the time of their mastectomy a recent audit shows.
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Major study into the causes of breast cancer
If breast cancer is to be prevented, its causes must be found. The Breakthrough Generations Study is a major study into the causes of breast cancer.
Jerry Hall backs the Genesis Appeal with her pink pinkie
Supermodel Jerry Hall is showing her support for Manchester's second annual 'Pink Pinkie Week' in aid of breast cancer prevention charity, The Genesis Appeal.
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