Latest News & Blogs
From personal breast cancer experiences to research and partnership developments, here you can find Prevent Breast Cancer’s latest news, recent blogs and charity updates.
Cal: The hardest thing was telling my daughter
Cal joins BooBee’s Big Campaign 'The hardest thing was telling my daughter' Cal Ingram was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 53. Since her diagnosis, she has been a massive supporter of Prevent Breast Cancer by regularly donating the proceeds ...
Published On: October 21st, 2022Jennie: The hardest calls I have ever had to make
Jennie joins BooBee’s Big Campaign 'The hardest calls I have ever had to make' Jennie Sullivan was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016, when she was only 41. After her treatment, she was determined to spread awareness, including modelling for the cancer charity, ...
Published On: October 20th, 2022Wendy Jackson: my motto is “all will be well”
Wendy joins BooBee’s Big Campaign ‘I continue to live with my motto “all will be well”’ Our BooBee Ambassadors are 100 women who have been affected by breast cancer. They are joining together to fundraise and spread awareness for a future free from breast cancer. Our BooBees are ...
Published On: October 19th, 2022Kerry: I can remember silent tears falling whilst the nurse kept telling me that it might be ok
Kerry joins BooBee’s Big Campaign 'I can remember silent tears falling whilst the nurse kept telling me that it might be ok…’ Our BooBee Ambassadors are 100 women who have been affected by breast cancer. They are joining together to fundraise and spread awareness for a ...
Published On: October 17th, 2022Cathy: I’m thankful I caught the cancer early every day
Cathy joins BooBee’s Big Campaign 'I'm thankful I caught the cancer early every day' Our BooBee Ambassadors are 100 women who have been affected by breast cancer. They are joining together to fundraise and spread awareness for a future free from breast cancer. Our BooBees are raring ...
Published On: October 14th, 2022Diane: My world fell apart
Diane Williamson joins BooBee's Big Campaign Our BooBee Ambassadors are 100 women who have been affected by breast cancer. They are joining together to fundraise and spread awareness for a future free from breast cancer. Our BooBees are raring to go and would love for you to join ...
Published On: October 13th, 2022
Keisha: I was diagnosed with breast cancer when my baby was 7 weeks old
Keisha joins BooBee's Big Campaign Keisha Chadwick was only 28 years old when she received the devastating news that she had breast cancer. Not only did she receive this lifechanging news on her own due to Covid, but it was only seven ...
Published On: October 6th, 2022Autumn Update 2022
Thank you so much As like many charities, the last few years have been somewhat tumultuous, but we’re happy to say it’s not all been doom and gloom, and we couldn’t have got through it without you, our loyal supporters. We’re extremely ...
Published On: September 27th, 2022Mum and Son duos take to the Sky
In a Prevent Breast Cancer first, we have two amazing mum and son duos taking on incredible skydiving challenges within one month of each other! Our very own community fundraiser, Judi Hibbert and son Jamie took to the skies this August alongside ...
Published On: September 6th, 2022Jos McLaren – I would love for others to have a future not overshadowed by cancer
Here at Prevent Breast Cancer, we’re always looking for supporters to share their inspirational stories. Jos McLaren, from Leeds, tells us about how she has used her breast cancer diagnosis as a positive tool towards her passion for music and singing. Jos, could ...
Published On: August 25th, 2022Two new breast cancer drugs now available on NHS England after U-turn
On July 14th 2022, an article from The Guardian described the announcement that two new breast cancer drugs are now available. The two new drugs, Alpelisib (also known as Piqray) and Trodelvy (also called Sacituzumab Govitecan) are finally now available on NHS ...
Published On: July 21st, 2022Lisa Saveall: ‘There wasn’t anyone who didn’t love Kaz’
In June 2022, Lisa Saveall and a group of friends took on the tough challenge of Pretty Mudder 5k in memory of their dear friend, Kaz. In this blog Lisa discusses their motivation for taking on the challenge, and why they decided ...
Published On: July 19th, 2022
Abemaciclib: reduces risk of breast cancer recurrence, now available on NHS
On June 17th 2022, an article from The Guardian described the announcement that Abemaciclib, a drug proven to reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence in certain patients, has been given provisional approval by NICE for routine use by NHS England. Abemaciclib, ...
Published On: June 27th, 2022Siobhan Harrison: I thought it was just a pimple.
Here at Prevent Breast Cancer, we’re always looking for supporters to share their inspirational stories. Siobhan was only 23 when she discovered what she thought was a pimple but was in fact stage 2 triple negative breast cancer. In this blog, Siobhan ...
Published On: June 21st, 2022Arun Srivastava: “We don’t look back only forward”
On the 29th May 2022, Arun Srivastava took on RideLondon-Essex to raise vital funds for Prevent Breast Cancer. The 100-mile cycle is an iconic, but also extremely challenging ride. Arun was inspired to take on the feat following his wife's breast cancer ...
Published On: June 15th, 2022Tabby Duff: I’ve made it through – and I’m so proud of me.
Tabby Duff was only 26 when she was dealt the devastating blow of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Here she tells her breast cancer story in her own words. Could you share with us a summary of your experience with breast cancer? ...
Published On: May 24th, 2022Gemma Moran – BRCA1 and my breast cancer prevention journey
Gemma Moran and her sister, Laura Quigley, have been fabulous supporters of Prevent Breast Cancer for a number of years. Here, Gemma tells us about her breast cancer prevention journey, and why our charity is so important to her and her family. ...
Published On: April 26th, 2022Tatton Park Pop Up Festival Announces Prevent Breast Cancer As Charity Partner
The Outdoor Festival Event Of The Year Returns We’re thrilled to be chosen as charity partner for Tatton Park Pop Up Festival for the second year running. Whether you’re looking for a day out for the whole family, or want to mark ...
Published On: April 19th, 2022Tamsin Nelder: ‘A breast cancer free future would save so many lives’
Tamsin Nelder recently completed an incredible 10-mile walk to the iconic Blackpool Tower and back, whilst surrounded by her wonderful friends and family. Tamsin was motivated to take on this challenge and raise money for our vital research, after being diagnosed with ...
Published On: March 24th, 2022International Women’s Day: Dr Mayada Haydar
Meet Dr Mayada Haydar This year for International Women’s Day, Prevent Breast Cancer is focussing on the celebration of one particular woman’s achievements - Dr Mayada Haydar. A familiar face at The Nightingale Centre at Wythenshawe Hospital. Here, Mayada tells us about ...
Published On: March 8th, 2022Leony McPherson: “I do this as part of healing from the loss of my sisters”
After losing two of her sisters to breast cancer, Leony McPherson is determined to do what she can to fight the disease. To do so, Leony has taken on the incredible challenge of walking 750 miles before the end of the year ...
Published On: March 2nd, 2022Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) – The Forget-me-Not 2 Study
The Forget-me-Not 2 study is a recent study concerning women who have been diagnosed with Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). Here we talk to Dr. Anthony Maxwell, who until his recent retirement, was a Consultant Breast Radiologist, and Chair of The British ...
Published On: March 1st, 2022Sheelagh: “A breast cancer free future would protect my 2 daughters”
In 2021, one of our wonderful ambassadors, Sheelagh Davidson, decided to take on the incredible feat of walking and running 1083.3 miles to complete the virtual Land's End to John O' Groats Challenge. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018, Sheelagh ...
Published On: February 22nd, 2022Robert Philpott: 970 Miles, 9 Days
This coming September, Robert Philpott is taking on the enormous challenge of cycling from Land’s End to John O’ Groats. This will see him cycle 970 miles in 9 days, starting in Cornwall and travelling all the way to the top of ...
Published On: January 20th, 2022Rebecca Battersby: “As a mother of two small children, I want to be around to see them grow up”
Rebecca Battersby was inspired to run 100k in October for Prevent Breast Cancer following her own history with cancer. Rebecca was treated for Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of 22 which included radiotherapy to the chest, resulting in a higher than average risk of developing breast cancer. ...
Published On: December 16th, 2021Michelle: “Getting outdoors in the mountains makes me appreciate life”
Michelle Graham was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. This year, she set herself the incredible goal of hiking all 214 of the Wainwrights, a collection of peaks in the Lake District National Park, in aid of Prevent Breast Cancer. Michelle has always loved hiking and so decided ...
Published On: November 18th, 2021Audrey Hellen: “I am going to live my life and not be dictated to by cancer.”
Audrey Hellen has always loved long distance open water swimming, but after being diagnosed with highly invasive breast cancer in 2019, she had to put her swimming dreams on hold. However, Audrey has just completed an incredible achievement of an 11-mile one-way ...
Published On: November 12th, 2021Emma Riley: “Never did I ever imagine I would actually be diagnosed with breast cancer.”
Emma Riley undertook a huge challenge of running 100 miles in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. She recently completed this amazing achievement, whilst undergoing radiotherapy for breast cancer. In this blog, Emma discusses her motivations for taking on the challenge, and ...
Published On: October 28th, 2021Sarah Durkin: ‘A wonderful day that we will never forget.’
Finally, after months and months of delays due to the pandemic, Sarah Durkin and 5 close friends ran 26 gruelling but rewarding miles through the streets of Manchester. Raising almost £6000 between them, we couldn’t be more proud to have them on ...
Published On: October 22nd, 2021Breast Cancer Screening Services Under Strain
In the news today, it has been revealed the UK's breast cancer screening services are under strain. Breast Cancer Now highlighted that the number of women not being screened for breast cancer ‘rose by 50 per cent’. The ongoing effects of the ...
Published On: October 5th, 2021
About Prevent Breast Cancer
Prevent Breast Cancer is the only UK charity entirely dedicated to the prediction and prevention of breast cancer – we’re committed to freeing the world from the disease altogether. Unlike many cancer charities, we’re focused on preventing, rather than curing. Promoting early diagnosis, screening and lifestyle changes, we believe we can stop the problem before it starts. And being situated at the only breast cancer prevention centre in the UK, we’re right at the front-line in the fight against the disease. Join us today and help us create a future free from breast cancer. If you have any questions or concerns, email us today.
