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.

Breast 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, 2021NHS to begin world’s largest trial of blood test for more than 50 cancer types
In the news this week we’ve heard about a new trial that will look at developing a blood test to detect cancer. Consultant Breast Surgeon and Head of our Medical Advisory Board, James Harvey, shares his thoughts: ‘It is fantastically exciting that ...
Published On: September 14th, 2021Complete the survey: Greener Operations
Have you experienced surgery or know someone who has? Patients, carers and members of the public are invited to contribute to the “Greener Operations” James Lind Alliance priority setting partnership. ABOUT GREENER OPERATIONS The James Lind Alliance is a non-profit making initiative ...
Published On: July 19th, 2021Ian Bold: 10km every day
What started out as Ian’s personal new year’s resolution to keep fit, rapidly turned into a more serious athletic challenge and an opportunity to raise vital funds for Prevent Breast Cancer and Speed of Sight, two very worthy charities. In this blog, ...
Published On: July 15th, 2021Charlotte Rutter: Desert trek continues Vicki Thomas’ legacy
Charlotte Rutter, inspired by the incredible work of her close friend Vicki Thomas, will be trekking to Petra, Jordan to raise vital funds for Prevent Breast Cancer. Here are Charlotte's motivations, fears and hopes for the challenge ahead. CHARLOTTE'S STORY Breast cancer ...
Published On: July 2nd, 2021Caroline Barrett: ‘I won’t let cancer stand in my way after diagnosis at 36’
Every year, Paul Barrett organises ‘Round the Resers’, a 5-mile running trail around Glossop’s Valehouse Resevoir. This year is particularly significant because Paul’s wife, Caroline Barrett, was recently diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 36. The pair, alongside colleagues, family ...
Published On: July 1st, 2021June 2021: A critical message from Lester Barr MBE
A critical message from Lester Barr MBE, Breast Surgeon and Prevent Breast Cancer Founder. Your support by way of a monthly gift is vital if we are to protect future generations from breast cancer. Dear Valued Supporter, Over 55,100 people are diagnosed ...
Published On: June 16th, 2021Tina Smith: ‘Without an early diagnosis, it could have been very different for me’
Tina Smith’s breast cancer diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic is an important example of how breast cancer awareness is lifesaving. Tina has shared her experience of being diagnosed during lock-down, discovering the benefits of a healthier lifestyle and setting her sights on ...
Published On: June 7th, 2021Can being heavier in childhood protect you against breast cancer?
A recent study suggested having a higher BMI during childhood may lower your risk of developing breast cancer. We spoke to award-winning research dietitian, Professor Michelle Harvie, to explore this claim. It is a well-known fact that heavier women are at a ...
Published On: May 20th, 2021Hormones with Professor Annice Mukherjee
The topic of our most recent Update Hour was hormones and we were lucky to be joined by the renowned Endocrinologist and author of the best-selling book ‘The Complete Guide to the Menopause’, Professor Annice Mukherjee. As well as sharing insightful knowledge ...
Published On: May 14th, 2021Skarlette: Lingerie for flat women
What does ‘flat women’ mean? After breast cancer surgery, also known as a mastectomy, there is a choice to have either a breast reconstruction, or to go without and remain flat. It’s a personal choice. For those that decide to remain flat, ...
Published On: May 7th, 2021Help increase funding for breast cancer surgery research
Complete the Survey. Let us know your priorities. A survey has been launched to bring together organisations, individuals with breast cancer, carers and clinicians to identify their research priorities in the field of breast cancer surgery. We, as part of the Academic ...
Published On: April 9th, 2021Manchester University study shows early breast cancer care is largely safe and effective during pandemic
The head of our Scientific Advisory Board, Professor Cliona Kirwan, was the co-author of this recent UK wide research. The study showed that patients with early stage breast cancer underwent care that was no less safe or effective than before the coronavirus ...
Published On: April 6th, 2021Fun ways to fundraise: Community Curry Night
Back in 2019, Nova Mullin took on a mighty challenge and climbed Kilimanjaro in aid of Prevent Breast Cancer, raising over £4000 for our vital research. 2 years on, and Nova is back at it again, thinking of wonderful ways to fundraise ...
Published On: March 22nd, 2021Recent developments in the field of breast cancer research
An article from The Guardian published towards the end of February described the announcement from NICE that a life-extending drug for incurable breast cancer called ribociclib has been approved for NHS use. It is said that around 3,300 women a year may ...
Published On: March 19th, 2021Janet Higgins: ‘I am using this crisis in my life as an opportunity to inspire others’
Janet Higgins has faced more setbacks than most, but her attitude to life is inspiring. We can all learn something from the way she sees her obstacles as opportunities. Read Janet’s blog to hear her roller coaster journey from scoliosis at thirteen ...
Published On: March 5th, 2021Pink meets green: Autac supports PBC with new EV Cable
Autac Products Ltd has teamed up with Prevent Breast Cancer to raise funds in support of breast cancer awareness. Autac's Managing Director, David Lowe, has a personal connection to the charity, which is why they’ve specially developed a pink EV cable in ...
Published On: February 8th, 2021Can High Levels of Vitamin D Reduce your Risk of Breast Cancer? Our Researchers Have Their Say
We were intrigued to read a recent Daily Mail article that stated, 'Women who work outdoors in the sunshine are 17% LESS likely to get breast cancer 'due to high vitamin D levels''. This claim is based on a study conducted by ...
Published On: February 5th, 2021New Study Identifies Genes Associated with Breast Cancer Risk
On January 20th 2021, The New England Journal of Medicine published a very important paper titled “A Population-Based Study of Genes Previously Implicated in Breast Cancer”. This research, also known as the ‘CARRIERS’ study, is the result of the earlier European project, ...
Published On: January 29th, 2021Develop Her Game: Inspiring a new generation of female footballers
Prevent Breast Cancer would like to introduce our newest Corporate Partner of 2021 – Develop Her Game. The coaching organisation for all female football players was started in 2019 by Co-Founders and Directors Courtney Vacher (29) and Lauren Wilson (19). We caught ...
Published On: January 11th, 2021Our Christmas Appeal
Giving a little really means a lot this Christmas! As we all know and is widely publicised, the Covid-19 pandemic has had a crippling impact on cancer research projects, most recently highlighted by Cancer Research UK who have had to make further ...
Published On: December 17th, 2020The Blue Box: Home-testing kit to detect breast cancer
Earlier this week, we were interested to read that the winner of this year’s international James Dyson Award has invented a home-testing kit to detect breast cancer. The Blue Box, designed by 23-year-old Judit Giró Benet, is a “point-of-care biomedical device for ...
Published On: November 24th, 2020Francine Goldman: Fundraising was my distraction from cancer treatment.
Having been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, Francine Goldman, dedicated as much time as she possibly could to fundraising for Prevent Breast Cancer. Here’s how organising a sponsored 5K dog walk helped Francine through her treatment. ‘After being diagnosed with breast cancer, ...
Published On: November 20th, 2020Ian Burns: ‘I can’t create a breast cancer free past, but I will help to create that future’.
This October the London Marathon took place virtually. We spoke to one of our runners, Ian Burns, who shares an emotive account of persevering through this grueling challenge. Hear how the loss of his mother at a young age and his dedication ...
Published On: November 18th, 2020The Bucks Breast Unit: beating breast cancer one step at a time.
The #MagTeam100 Challenge attracted participants both internationally and across the UK. The Bucks Breast Unit in Buckinghamshire were one team who threw themselves headfirst into this challenge. Consultant Radiologist, Dr Chin Ng, having trained at The Nightingale Centre herself, rallied the team ...
Published On: November 4th, 2020Breast Cancer Research Trial
Second year PhD researcher, Sarah Bellhouse, is currently seeking women to be involved with her breast cancer research trial.
Published On: October 22nd, 2020She’s In A Pod: Let’s talk about Breast Cancer.
To celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Black History Month, She's In A Pod have collaborated with Prevent Breast Cancer to make the disease a topic of conversation in their community and raise awareness of the fact anyone, of any race, can develop the disease.
Published On: October 22nd, 2020Boobee Bus: It’s back on the road!
The BooBee Bus is Back! To mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October), Prevent Breast Cancer’s ‘BooBee’ bus campaign, is hitting the streets of Manchester from 13th-23rd Oct. In partnership with Stagecoach, Alexander Dennis & Answer Cancer, will be touring the city this ...
Published On: October 14th, 2020An Interview with our Patron, Gordon Burns
On Thursday 8th October, our patron Gordon Burns will be hosting Prevent Breast Cancer’s Update Hour. In advance of the event, we asked Gordon to answer some questions about his experiences of working with the charity over the years. How did you ...
Published On: October 6th, 2020Lester’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month Update
Welcome to our Breast Cancer Awareness Month update! First of all – the good news. The financial year 2019/2020 has been our best year ever! With the help of our fantastic fundraising team and your generous support we have managed to raise ...
Published On: September 30th, 2020
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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.