Our news pages include items about our research, media appearances, updates on our fundraising and Splash of Pink events, blogs and an archive.
On a cloudy July morning, with nerves running high, Charlotte and Danielle took on the challenge of a lifetime: a skydive in memory of their cousin Leonie Botten, who passed away from secondary spread breast cancer at the age of 29. “Leonie was a big personality and a much-loved member of the family, leaving a …
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In May 2024, just two weeks after Isla’s 31st birthday, she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but little more than a year later, she was running the Saucony 10k in London for Against Breast Cancer. Even with a family history of the disease, the diagnosis came as a massive shock. Isla was young, otherwise healthy, …
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At Against Breast Cancer, we know that real change starts with real people, and right now, Your Charity Needs You! This October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are inviting you, as a valued supporter, to submit your most creative and impactful fundraising idea. The winning concept will be brought to life with our full …
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On 23rd July 2025, three of our dedicated supporters took on the unforgettable Global Adventure Challenges London to Paris Cycle, riding over 300 miles in just four days to raise vital funds for breast cancer research. Their incredible efforts raised a total of £6,717, helping to fund pioneering research into secondary spread, the main cause …
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Researchers at the University of Southampton, with funding from Against Breast Cancer and Cancer Research UK, have developed a pioneering lab model that mimics breast cancer in people with obesity, shedding light on why treatment can be less effective in these patients. Previously, a major challenge for studies aiming to unravel links between obesity and …
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