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Drug
Capecitabine (Xeloda)
Learn about capecitabine (Xeloda), a chemotherapy drug used to treat breast cancer, including what it is, when it’s given, how it’s taken, and possible side effects.
Article
Do breast cancer treatments lower your immune system?
Some people worry that breast cancer treatments might lower their immune system, putting them more at risk from Covid-19. But not all cancer treatments affect the immune system.
Personal Story
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 reconstruction. Thankfully, her friends have helped her through it.
Personal Story
The COVID crisis has affected my access to fertility services
After being diagnosed with primary breast cancer, 37-year-old Sarah was warned her fertility may be affected by treatment. Now, she has also had to deal with coronavirus interrupting access to fertility services.
Event
Peak District Ultra Challenge
You’ll be among 2,000 other adventurers, all enjoying the Peak District National Park and Derbyshire's finest scenery. From the Bakewell basecamp the full 100km challenge heads out past Chatsworth House, and on through varied terrain on a figure of 8 route with a few testing climbs, and some stunning views.
Article
We respond to the announcement of more than £25m being invested in diagnostic equipment for NHS Wales
Mia Rosenblatt, Associate Director of Evidence, Policy and Influencing at Breast Cancer Now, said:
Personal Story
When my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer, I kept my lump secret
Rosemarie found a lump just before her sister was diagnosed. Black Women Rising helped her accept her diagnosis.
Younger Women Together online
Over 4 weeks, you'll meet other women like you who understand the challenges you’re facing, in a confidential online space.
Personal Story
When I got coronavirus, I didn’t think I was going to make it
Grandmother-of-six, Ruth, has been diagnosed with primary breast cancer three times. Recently, she also got coronavirus.
Personal Story
Seeing our ideas come to life was fantastic!
After Linda was diagnosed and successfully treated for breast cancer, she felt like she needed to give something back.
Article
If you have a pre-existing condition, it doesn't go away when you get a cancer diagnosis
Fiona was already seeking help for her mental health when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but found the support for this was sidelined when she began treatment.
Article
Breast Cancer Now responds to 'life-saving’ decision to approve olaparib for use on the NHS in Scotland
Baroness Delyth Morgan, chief executive at Breast Cancer Now, said: