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CLINICAL TRIALS TO PERSONALISE BREAST SCREENING PROGRAMME SET TO LAUNCH
As the UK’s only charity entirely dedicated to protecting future generations from breast cancer, we’re proud to be launching a series of clinical trials that could revolutionise the breast screening programme in the UK....
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Supporter Stories: Lucy Pavitt
Meet Lucy Pavitt, 10, one of our youngest and most inspiring supporters. Lucy decided she wanted to raise money for Prevent Breast Cancer after her Mum was diagnosed with the disease in 2016....
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Research highlights need for more investment in 3D screening
With one in nine women now developing breast cancer at some time in their life, detecting the disease early and protecting future generations, especially through research, is more important than ever. Of...
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Siobhan Gracey: Why I chose Prevent Breast Cancer
After being personally affected by breast cancer in her family, Siobhan decided to take on the Great Manchester Run and fundraise for Prevent Breast Cancer. Siobhan spoke to us about why she...
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Paint Cheadle Hulme Pink 2016
Cheadle Hulme was one of the first towns in the North West to hold its own Paint Your Town Pink campaign. A fun packed programme of pink themed fundraising events and activities took place...
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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 Wilson 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...
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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 options...
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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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