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NHS England to develop ‘world-first’ database for genes linked to cancer

The health service is developing a register of 120 genes known to increase the likelihood of getting cancer as part of a 10-year plan.

Evening Standard

The simple blood test that can ‘transform’ breast cancer treatment

Known as Breast Circulating Methylation Assay (BCMA), the new blood test looks for tumour DNA released into the bloodstream by cancer cells

The Independent UK

EastEnders’ character to be diagnosed with breast cancer upon return to Albert Square

BBC soap is working with a breast cancer charity to ensure the story is handled accurately and sensitively

The Independent UK

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EastEnders’ Sam Mitchell to be diagnosed with breast cancer

The character returns in December.

The Independent UK

New poll on breast cancer checks exposes ‘deeply concerning’ reality

The number of women in the UK who are still not regularly checking their breasts is at a four-year high

The Independent UK

Just under half of women ‘not regularly checking breasts for cancer’ – poll

One in 10 have never checked, the survey suggests.

The Independent UK

Warning issued to government over breast cancer care

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Cost of breast cancer to UK economy set to increase further

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, with around 56,000 new cases every year and around 11,000 deaths

The Independent UK

Breast cancer could cost UK economy £4.2bn by 2050, report suggests

The figures include the costs to the NHS of diagnosing and treating the disease, as well as the cost to the economy in lost productivity.

Evening Standard

Breast cancer charity slams NHS drug approval process

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The Independent UK

Thousands of cancer patients denied key drug due to ‘unfair’ NHS rulings, says charity

Charity Breast Cancer Now says the process for NHS drug approval is ‘unfair’

The Independent UK

Breast cancer patients ‘denied life-extending drugs because of unfair system’

Breast Cancer Now has demanded ‘immediate action’ from Health Secretary Wes Streeting.

The Independent UK

Pill that slashes risk of breast cancer recurring to be available on NHS

Ribociclib (known by the brand name Kisqali) targets specific proteins that contribute to cancer cell growth

The Independent UK

London grandmother may have to move to Scotland to access vital cancer drug unavailable on NHS in England

Breast cancer drug Enhertu costs about £8,000 per session and is only available privately in England, but is offered on the NHS in Scotland

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SNP minister who is undergoing cancer treatment to stand down in 2026

AN SNP minister has become the latest SNP MSP to confirm he will stand down next year ...

Evening Standard

Shirley Ballas and Julia Bradbury urge women to take up breast cancer checks

A new campaign – supported by Breast Cancer Now and Cancer Research UK – launches with a new advert across TV, radio and online.

The Independent UK

‘Be vigilant, ladies’: Shirley Ballas and Julia Bradbury urge women to check breasts

The TV stars are part of a new Breast Cancer Now and Cancer Research UK campaign

The Independent UK

Major trial launched to explore how AI could transform breast cancer screening

It comes as the Government launched a call for evidence to help shape a national cancer plan.

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Evening Standard

Linda Nolan’s sister Coleen ‘devastated’ by death of ‘beacon of kindness’

Tributes have been flooding in from her family, as well as fellow singers.

The Independent UK

New breast cancer drug given green light for NHS use

Breast Cancer Now said olaparib will be an ‘valuable alternative’ for patients with a certain type of secondary breast cancer.

The Independent UK

Early cancer diagnosis in England reaches highest level

The data shows nearly three in five patients are being diagnosed at stages one or two, when the cancer is easier to treat.

The Independent UK

Daily tablet for advanced breast cancer patients set for NHS rollout

Elacestrant is recommended for patients whose cancer has worsened after at least a year of treatment with hormone therapy and CDK4/6 inhibitor.

Woman & Home

Our beauty team selects 15 covetable buys for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

From chic La Mer lip balm to iconic Elemis Marine Cream, these are the prettiest-in-pink products supporting Breast Cancer charities this October...

The Independent UK

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How to talk to children about a parent’s diagnosis

Lisa Salmon asks cancer support experts how to approach this tricky topic.

The Independent UK

‘It killed my wife and then I got diagnosed – this deadly disease doesn’t discriminate’

Mark Thatcher wants to encourage other men to speak out and get any symptoms checked

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