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Come walk with us: Manchester hotspots for a Sunday stroll
Hi my name is Vicki and I’m a personal trainer and fitness blogger based in Manchester. The majority of my fitness is done in a gym but sometimes it’s nice to get outside and...
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Marcus Wilson: Why I chose Prevent Breast Cancer
Marcus has been a regular supporter of Prevent Breast Cancer for many years, and recently took on the Great Manchester Run. We asked Marcus what motivated him to take on this challenge,...
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Can fasting diets help you to lose weight?
Recent headlines reported that “fasting diets” are no more effective for long term weight loss than standard daily dieting. These headlines were reporting on a US study that used alternate-day fasting to help people...
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Cancer, Wigs and You
This week, we have another guest blog from Suburban Turban. Check out their first blog on hair loss during cancer treatment if you missed it! In this new blog, they explore the different...
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Hair Loss During Cancer Treatment
This week, we have a guest blog from Suburban Turban, which provides beautiful hats, scarves and turbans for women who are looking for something fashionable to wear while going through hair loss as a...
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Exercise & Cognitive Function – how to keep your brain fit
Our Research Dietitian, Dr Michelle Harvie, updates us on the latest research into exercise and cognitive function. We know that regular physical activity is important for reducing breast cancer risk. Doing 150 minutes of...
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Obesity – how prejudiced is the National Health Service?
Our Research Dietitian, Dr Michelle Harvie, has shared with us her thoughts on a recent TV programme ‘Obesity – how prejudiced is the NHS?’ . The programme has sparked a lot of debate about how...
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AIR POLLUTION AND BREAST DENSITY LINK PROVIDES IMPORTANT RESEARCH LANDMARK
When looking at the various causes of breast cancer, we know that a combination of age, family history, diet and lifestyle and environment all have a role to play. We’ve also known for...
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TOP 5 PLACES TO EAT AFTERNOON TEA IN MANCHESTER
It’s a pleasure to be invited to write for the Prevent Breast Cancer website about one of my favourite things, afternoon tea! I’m Donna, a Manchester girl at heart who writes about fashion and lifestyle over at Polkadot Pink. Working...
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Rebecca Newey: Why I chose Prevent Breast Cancer
Rebecca recently took on the Coventry Half Marathon, to raise money for Prevent Breast Cancer. We asked Rebecca how she found the experience of taking on a sporting challenge… What made you...
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Confessions Of A Sinner and The 2-Day Diet
Forgive me Father for I have sinned, and these are my confessions. It has been 6 days since all hell broke loose, and I sought comfort in 1am fish and chips after spending half...
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INSPIRATIONAL STORIES: IAN BENTLEY
Helping to raise awareness for male breast cancer is very important to this week’s inspiration, Ian Bentley. Ian knew that his family was at risk of developing breast cancer. His mum, grandma, aunt, and...
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INSPIRATIONAL STORIES: SARAH SAPHIER
This week’s inspirational breast cancer story comes from Sarah Saphier, whose experience with breast cancer is an extremely rare one. Sarah is a huge supporter of Prevent Breast Cancer and, having children herself, is...
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The 2-Day Diet, burgers and back fat
I start today’s blog on Valentine’s Day, and for me today is a day associated with sumptuous romantic meals for two paired with heart shaped chocolates galore, all washed down with red wine or...
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INSPIRATIONAL STORIES: PETER FLEMING
When Peter, 83, found a lump in his breast in late 2004 when he was 71, he recalls no mention of breast cancer being made when he visited his GP. After delays, Peter was...
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