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The Original 5:2 Diet – Part 6
Hello everyone, and welcome back to my musings on the 2-Day Diet. I’ve decided to take a different slant this week, and by that I mean I’m going to try and be more positive. My...
Read MoreThe 2-Day Diet Could Cut Breast Cancer Risk
Diet and lifestyle is a key area of research at Prevent Breast Cancer and this week saw one of our latest research studies within that field capture the attention of the media. The study,...
Read MoreRhino blood and dieting – Part 5
As a rule, I don’t swim. I’m actually a very good swimmer, but since my weight struggles, I don’t do water in public. The thought of being in a costume is completely anathema to...
Read MoreResearch Findings Revealed at World Cancer Conference
Each year, leading scientists from across the globe gather at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) Annual Meeting in Chicago – the world’s largest cancer research conference, which sees key findings and ground-breaking...
Read MoreDanny’s Four Marathons for Morag
Danny Whitby is taking on the incredible challenge of running four marathons in 12 months in Memory of Morag Siller a dear friend and patron of Prevent Breast Cancer. This is his story: “My...
Read MorePlease can we have a balanced discussion about a balanced diet?
Dr Michelle Harvie is an award-winning research dietitian funded by Prevent Breast Cancer. For the last 17 years she has specialised in optimum diet and exercise strategies for weight loss and preventing breast cancer...
Read MoreMilestone Step Towards Personalised Care
Medical researchers are constantly making advances in the study of breast cancer but, from time to time, certain studies are considered breakthroughs – and one such breakthrough in relation to gene research was publicised...
Read MoreBeing in love and on a diet – Part Four
A funny thing happened this morning. I hadn’t weighed myself for a bit, so I thought I’d hop on the scales, and see how I was getting on. Anyway, it showed that I was...
Read MoreIn Memory of Morag Siller
We are devastated at the loss of our inspirational Patron, actress Morag Siller. Morag was a passionate supporter of Prevent Breast Cancer, who worked tirelessly and selflessly to raise funds and awareness of our...
Read MoreDiet number 18,000 – Part Three
My love hate relationship with food has always been hanging around my neck, pulling me either towards the fridge, or paradoxically towards the gym, depending on my will power. My will power is quite...
Read MoreSurgeon and Scientist Cliona’s Marathon Challenge
Breast cancer reconstructive surgeon and one of our lead clinical researchers, Cliona Kirwan, is taking on the incredible challenge of running this year’s Lakeland Marathon. The Lakeland Marathon takes place in the heart of...
Read MoreThe Genesis FUNKraiser Ball 2016
Soap stars and scientists were among those who turned out to support Genesis as we marked our 20th anniversary this weekend at the Hilton in Manchester. As you know, we are the UK’s only...
Read MoreTrouble in France when not on a diet – Part Deux
Just wanted to start today’s blog with a massive thank you for the wonderful comments I received after the publication of my first piece. It was so nice to be met with such positivity...
Read MoreWhat’s your favourite running song?
We’ve compiled our favourite running a songs to pull us through the doldrums of winter training and to get us pumped up for this year’s Great Manchester Run. We’d love to hear what your...
Read More3D Mammography & Breast Density
You may have seen in the news this week that the European Breast Cancer Conference is being held in Amsterdam and many of the topics being discussed are already making waves in the UK...
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