Wear it pink this October At work. At school. At home. Wherever you do it, wear pink and raise money to fund life-changing research and support
Home About us Personal stories 500 results I’m raising funds to help people like me 2 months after her primary breast cancer diagnosis, Paula got the news she had secondary breast cancer. Keeping a positive mindset, Paula’s ... Jemma took on the Pink Ribbon Walk in memory of her mum, Angela Mason Jemma signed up to our May 2022 Pink Ribbon Walk around Blenheim Palace, in memory of her ‘beautiful mum, Angela.’ She shares her mum’s stor... You see incredible parts of London - stunning locks, boats and residences Jacqui joined us for the 2022 Thames Path Challenge – an exciting, stunning trek around London. She told us why she signed up, how she fundr... Jumping to the challenge - Eve took a leap of faith with a sponsored skydive This year, why not do something different, while raising money for a cause you care about? If you’re an adrenaline junkie, want to face a fe... Linda took on Trek Nepal - a chance to visit her dream destination, while fundraising too If you’d like to take on a new challenge, visit a dream location, and support a charity close to your heart, overseas events are a great way... I cannot wait for the walk this year. Walking through the beautiful countryside, alongside my friends, is one of my favourite things to do. Our Pink Ribbon Walks are a great way to get out into the beautiful countryside while fundraising for our world-class research and support. ... When I felt scared and confused, Breast Cancer Now was my lifeline Bonita was left in the dark about a lump that turned out to be breast cancer. Later on, she turned to us for the reassurance and information... Helping others is a massive part of my healing process A married mum of 2, Donna is a Public Health volunteer for Breast Cancer Now. Here she tells us why helping others is a crucial step on her ... Sukhy's story "If I had more time, I’d finish my tattoo." Adobea's story "If I had more time, I’d love to see my son get married." If something in your body changes and doesn’t go back to normal, you must get it checked out Dave’s mother was always vigilant about possible signs of cancer, which is why he went straight to the GP when he found a lump. After comple... I was lucky to notice the lump when I did – otherwise it could have been a different story Shortly after New Year, Rashmi received a triple negative breast cancer diagnosis. Almost a year on, she has finished treatment and is urgin... Marcia’s 5 yoga poses to support you through treatment After her breast cancer diagnosis, Marcia began to practise yoga. She felt empowered and in charge of her recovery and well-being. Now a qua... My marathon training was interrupted by breast cancer treatment, but that won’t stop me from running Despite unpleasant treatment side effects and surgery recovery time, Danielle persevered with her training. Now, 18 months after her diagnos... Feeling alone and a little lost after breast cancer, Jo signed up to our Moving Forward course After breast cancer treatment, Jo was worried about leaving her hospital team, who had been her ‘security blanket.’ To get the support she n... Grandad was full of love and laughter - we cherish our Christmas memories of him Holly, who lost her grandad Roy this year, set up a fund in his memory on behalf of this charity, and raised over £600 by completing the Thr... Jessica understands more than ever the importance of checking your breasts. She shares her story and passion for spreading awareness. After finding a lump by chance, Jessica realised ‘more than ever how important it is to check your breasts regularly.’ For a long time, I didn’t want to acknowledge my breast cancer diagnosis. I just wanted to be ‘normal’ When Natasha was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer at the age of 43, she tried to keep it at arm’s length. Now, she sees the value of c... Losing a loved one to cancer is brutal, but I focus on the happiness we had Les’s wife, Fiona, died of secondary breast cancer in 2019. He shares some powerful and moving thoughts about her passing, how he is celebra... I was told I had secondary breast cancer, but nobody explained what that meant When Anne found a lump in her neck, she had no idea it could be linked to the breast cancer she had years earlier. She tells us how she got ... I sought medical help for years before finally being diagnosed with breast cancer Despite multiple visits to GPs, Nicky was told for more than a year that the change in her breast was nothing to worry about. She tells us a... Having breast cancer has given me a new zest for life When she was diagnosed 5 years ago, Fran decided to approach her treatment with positivity. Now she looks back at the things that helped her... My secondary breast cancer was misdiagnosed as a chest infection When Joy initially started experiencing symptoms of secondary breast cancer, her doctors thought it was asthma-related. A decade later, she ... Some days I can talk about Iris and be fine, but on other days I’m a mess Barry’s wife, Iris, died at the start of 2020. He tells us about their relationship, her treatment for secondary breast cancer and the amazi... Waiting for reconstruction has been hard, but I’ve got through it with humour Carole was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 37. After a tough experience with chemotherapy, she’s also had to wait a long time for ... Using the nurse helpline made me feel like someone cared and understood, I cried with relief When she felt worried and alone, Cath reached out to our nurse helpline for the advice and reassurance she needed. Our helpline is here for... Volunteering helps the people I work with, but it's also been invaluable to me Amanda, a retired radiographer who sadly lost her daughter to breast cancer, has been volunteering with university students to share her kno... 2 months after being told I was cancer-free, I discovered I had secondary breast cancer When Pam was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in October 2020, she was overwhelmed physically and emotionally. She tells us what she’... It is heart-breaking to sit your children down and tell them you’re going to die Anita’s husband has been living with a life-limiting illness for a long time, which meant it was especially devastating for her to learn she... After cancer, I was so numb, I didn’t think I’d ever get better Jacqui’s breast cancer diagnosis coincided with a number of other traumatic events, and she found herself experiencing a deep depression. Th... I’ve always dealt with bad times by using humour, but cancer pushed me to my limit Jacqui was diagnosed with cancer in June 2019. Within the space of a year, she lost 2 friends and her dog to cancer, had to close her busine... It took 6 months for doctors to diagnose me with secondary breast cancer Aliya experienced a long delay when seeking help for her secondary (metastatic) breast cancer symptoms. By speaking about her experience, sh... There was so much about breast cancer that I didn’t know When Jane’s husband had prostate cancer, she learnt a lot about the condition. Through Breast Cancer Now’s public health talks, she ensured ... We turn our golf green into a sea of pink once a year for Breast Cancer Now Every year, Turnhouse Golf Club hosts a special event to raise money for Breast Cancer Now - and it's always a smashing success! Having cancer 4 times over 17 years has given me a greater awareness of life Angela was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1989. Since then, she has done what she can to help others by volunteering and raising mone... Having secondary breast cancer does not make me brave, but I have been able to live well with my diagnosis Jane was initially diagnosed with breast cancer 14 years ago, then found out she had secondary breast cancer in 2012. She tells us about wha... Our golf day for Breast Cancer Now is always our most popular fundraising event Every year, Gourock golf club hosts a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now – and it's always a huge success! Fiona tells us what she loves so mu... People with secondary breast cancer can still live a relatively normal life When Sue was initially diagnosed with secondary (metastatic) breast cancer, she was told she may only have a year to live. Five years on, sh... Losing a dear friend to breast cancer has motivated me to help however I can Yuki is hosting cooking classes in memory of Irene, who passed away from secondary breast cancer. Getting breast cancer at 26 has turned my life upside down When Tabby found a lump in her breast, she immediately feared the worst. Since starting treatment, she feels positive about the future. I was always the caregiver in my family. When I got breast cancer, I had to learn how to be cared for Julia had several unexpected hospital treatments when she had breast cancer. She learned how to let herself be cared for, and how to better ... After my cancer diagnosis, I started a care package charity for people in treatment Oa set up littlelifts as a way of supporting people in active cancer treatment. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, she is still making sure p... During the pandemic, Breast Cancer Now did so much to help me get through treatment Julia Wilkin, who is 52 and a mother of two grown-up children, was diagnosed with breast cancer just as the coronavirus pandemic hit. Her tr... I was compelled to fundraise after going through some difficult breast cancer experiences Jane began fundraising after her primary breast cancer diagnosis, and has been spurred on to continue after she lost a family member to seco... I lost my sister to secondary breast cancer, but I am continuing what we started together In 2018, Frances held an Afternoon Tea with her sister, Ange. Sadly, Ange passed away just two months later - but Frances continues to host ... When I saw the impact COVID was having on breast cancer patients, I wanted to do something Ruth took up running during lockdown, and wanted to use her new hobby to do something good. So, she ran her own personal marathon for Breast... Raising money for Breast Cancer Now helps keep my mum’s memory alive Rich is running and cycling incredible distances to raise money for people like his mum, and he’s got some excellent tips for others who wan... Tips for managing lymphoedema Tamsin developed lymphoedema after finishing chemotherapy for a breast cancer recurrence. She shares her top tips for managing the condition... Listen to Tasmin's experience managing lymphoedema Shortly after finishing chemotherapy for a recurrence of breast cancer, Tamsin developed lymphoedema in various parts of her body. She share... I’m still living life to the full despite incurable breast cancer Laura, first diagnosed with breast cancer at 25, is the face of Fairfax & Favor’s new campaign to raise money for Breast Cancer Now. She dis... Previous 1 2 ... 10 Next
I’m raising funds to help people like me 2 months after her primary breast cancer diagnosis, Paula got the news she had secondary breast cancer. Keeping a positive mindset, Paula’s ...
Jemma took on the Pink Ribbon Walk in memory of her mum, Angela Mason Jemma signed up to our May 2022 Pink Ribbon Walk around Blenheim Palace, in memory of her ‘beautiful mum, Angela.’ She shares her mum’s stor...
You see incredible parts of London - stunning locks, boats and residences Jacqui joined us for the 2022 Thames Path Challenge – an exciting, stunning trek around London. She told us why she signed up, how she fundr...
Jumping to the challenge - Eve took a leap of faith with a sponsored skydive This year, why not do something different, while raising money for a cause you care about? If you’re an adrenaline junkie, want to face a fe...
Linda took on Trek Nepal - a chance to visit her dream destination, while fundraising too If you’d like to take on a new challenge, visit a dream location, and support a charity close to your heart, overseas events are a great way...
I cannot wait for the walk this year. Walking through the beautiful countryside, alongside my friends, is one of my favourite things to do. Our Pink Ribbon Walks are a great way to get out into the beautiful countryside while fundraising for our world-class research and support. ...
When I felt scared and confused, Breast Cancer Now was my lifeline Bonita was left in the dark about a lump that turned out to be breast cancer. Later on, she turned to us for the reassurance and information...
Helping others is a massive part of my healing process A married mum of 2, Donna is a Public Health volunteer for Breast Cancer Now. Here she tells us why helping others is a crucial step on her ...
If something in your body changes and doesn’t go back to normal, you must get it checked out Dave’s mother was always vigilant about possible signs of cancer, which is why he went straight to the GP when he found a lump. After comple...
I was lucky to notice the lump when I did – otherwise it could have been a different story Shortly after New Year, Rashmi received a triple negative breast cancer diagnosis. Almost a year on, she has finished treatment and is urgin...
Marcia’s 5 yoga poses to support you through treatment After her breast cancer diagnosis, Marcia began to practise yoga. She felt empowered and in charge of her recovery and well-being. Now a qua...
My marathon training was interrupted by breast cancer treatment, but that won’t stop me from running Despite unpleasant treatment side effects and surgery recovery time, Danielle persevered with her training. Now, 18 months after her diagnos...
Feeling alone and a little lost after breast cancer, Jo signed up to our Moving Forward course After breast cancer treatment, Jo was worried about leaving her hospital team, who had been her ‘security blanket.’ To get the support she n...
Grandad was full of love and laughter - we cherish our Christmas memories of him Holly, who lost her grandad Roy this year, set up a fund in his memory on behalf of this charity, and raised over £600 by completing the Thr...
Jessica understands more than ever the importance of checking your breasts. She shares her story and passion for spreading awareness. After finding a lump by chance, Jessica realised ‘more than ever how important it is to check your breasts regularly.’
For a long time, I didn’t want to acknowledge my breast cancer diagnosis. I just wanted to be ‘normal’ When Natasha was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer at the age of 43, she tried to keep it at arm’s length. Now, she sees the value of c...
Losing a loved one to cancer is brutal, but I focus on the happiness we had Les’s wife, Fiona, died of secondary breast cancer in 2019. He shares some powerful and moving thoughts about her passing, how he is celebra...
I was told I had secondary breast cancer, but nobody explained what that meant When Anne found a lump in her neck, she had no idea it could be linked to the breast cancer she had years earlier. She tells us how she got ...
I sought medical help for years before finally being diagnosed with breast cancer Despite multiple visits to GPs, Nicky was told for more than a year that the change in her breast was nothing to worry about. She tells us a...
Having breast cancer has given me a new zest for life When she was diagnosed 5 years ago, Fran decided to approach her treatment with positivity. Now she looks back at the things that helped her...
My secondary breast cancer was misdiagnosed as a chest infection When Joy initially started experiencing symptoms of secondary breast cancer, her doctors thought it was asthma-related. A decade later, she ...
Some days I can talk about Iris and be fine, but on other days I’m a mess Barry’s wife, Iris, died at the start of 2020. He tells us about their relationship, her treatment for secondary breast cancer and the amazi...
Waiting for reconstruction has been hard, but I’ve got through it with humour Carole was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 37. After a tough experience with chemotherapy, she’s also had to wait a long time for ...
Using the nurse helpline made me feel like someone cared and understood, I cried with relief When she felt worried and alone, Cath reached out to our nurse helpline for the advice and reassurance she needed. Our helpline is here for...
Volunteering helps the people I work with, but it's also been invaluable to me Amanda, a retired radiographer who sadly lost her daughter to breast cancer, has been volunteering with university students to share her kno...
2 months after being told I was cancer-free, I discovered I had secondary breast cancer When Pam was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in October 2020, she was overwhelmed physically and emotionally. She tells us what she’...
It is heart-breaking to sit your children down and tell them you’re going to die Anita’s husband has been living with a life-limiting illness for a long time, which meant it was especially devastating for her to learn she...
After cancer, I was so numb, I didn’t think I’d ever get better Jacqui’s breast cancer diagnosis coincided with a number of other traumatic events, and she found herself experiencing a deep depression. Th...
I’ve always dealt with bad times by using humour, but cancer pushed me to my limit Jacqui was diagnosed with cancer in June 2019. Within the space of a year, she lost 2 friends and her dog to cancer, had to close her busine...
It took 6 months for doctors to diagnose me with secondary breast cancer Aliya experienced a long delay when seeking help for her secondary (metastatic) breast cancer symptoms. By speaking about her experience, sh...
There was so much about breast cancer that I didn’t know When Jane’s husband had prostate cancer, she learnt a lot about the condition. Through Breast Cancer Now’s public health talks, she ensured ...
We turn our golf green into a sea of pink once a year for Breast Cancer Now Every year, Turnhouse Golf Club hosts a special event to raise money for Breast Cancer Now - and it's always a smashing success!
Having cancer 4 times over 17 years has given me a greater awareness of life Angela was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1989. Since then, she has done what she can to help others by volunteering and raising mone...
Having secondary breast cancer does not make me brave, but I have been able to live well with my diagnosis Jane was initially diagnosed with breast cancer 14 years ago, then found out she had secondary breast cancer in 2012. She tells us about wha...
Our golf day for Breast Cancer Now is always our most popular fundraising event Every year, Gourock golf club hosts a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now – and it's always a huge success! Fiona tells us what she loves so mu...
People with secondary breast cancer can still live a relatively normal life When Sue was initially diagnosed with secondary (metastatic) breast cancer, she was told she may only have a year to live. Five years on, sh...
Losing a dear friend to breast cancer has motivated me to help however I can Yuki is hosting cooking classes in memory of Irene, who passed away from secondary breast cancer.
Getting breast cancer at 26 has turned my life upside down When Tabby found a lump in her breast, she immediately feared the worst. Since starting treatment, she feels positive about the future.
I was always the caregiver in my family. When I got breast cancer, I had to learn how to be cared for Julia had several unexpected hospital treatments when she had breast cancer. She learned how to let herself be cared for, and how to better ...
After my cancer diagnosis, I started a care package charity for people in treatment Oa set up littlelifts as a way of supporting people in active cancer treatment. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, she is still making sure p...
During the pandemic, Breast Cancer Now did so much to help me get through treatment Julia Wilkin, who is 52 and a mother of two grown-up children, was diagnosed with breast cancer just as the coronavirus pandemic hit. Her tr...
I was compelled to fundraise after going through some difficult breast cancer experiences Jane began fundraising after her primary breast cancer diagnosis, and has been spurred on to continue after she lost a family member to seco...
I lost my sister to secondary breast cancer, but I am continuing what we started together In 2018, Frances held an Afternoon Tea with her sister, Ange. Sadly, Ange passed away just two months later - but Frances continues to host ...
When I saw the impact COVID was having on breast cancer patients, I wanted to do something Ruth took up running during lockdown, and wanted to use her new hobby to do something good. So, she ran her own personal marathon for Breast...
Raising money for Breast Cancer Now helps keep my mum’s memory alive Rich is running and cycling incredible distances to raise money for people like his mum, and he’s got some excellent tips for others who wan...
Tips for managing lymphoedema Tamsin developed lymphoedema after finishing chemotherapy for a breast cancer recurrence. She shares her top tips for managing the condition...
Listen to Tasmin's experience managing lymphoedema Shortly after finishing chemotherapy for a recurrence of breast cancer, Tamsin developed lymphoedema in various parts of her body. She share...
I’m still living life to the full despite incurable breast cancer Laura, first diagnosed with breast cancer at 25, is the face of Fairfax & Favor’s new campaign to raise money for Breast Cancer Now. She dis...
