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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

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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

The Independent UK

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 ...

The National (Scotland)

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.

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‘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.

The Independent UK

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.

Evening Standard

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.

The Independent UK

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...

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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

The Guardian - UK

Women in England and Wales denied ‘exciting’ drug that can stop breast cancer spreading

Latest study shows Enhertu, rejected by Nice, can stall growth of tumours by a year, longer than standard chemotherapy

The Guardian - UK

Predictive blood test hailed as ‘incredibly exciting’ breast cancer breakthrough

New ‘liquid biopsy’ will act as an early warning sign to anticipate risk of tumours returning

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The Independent UK

Urgent call for breast cancer drug to stop women’s lives being cut short

Women with HER2-low incurable secondary disease in Scotland currently have access, while others across the UK do not

International Business Times UK

AI Art Project Honors Strength of Women with Secondary Breast Cancer

This art exhibit showcases the fight against breast cancer. One piece reflects hope for the future, while others highlight dangers and potential solutions.

International Business Times UK

UK Scientists Develop Bra-Integrated Breast Cancer Monitoring System

Researchers are developing a bra-insert device that uses electric currents to monitor breast tumours in real-time and detect growth as small as 2mm.

The Guardian - UK

UK scientists working on breast cancer monitor fitted in bra

Researchers at Nottingham Trent University hope device used at home will improve tracking of tumours

International Business Times UK

Scientists Name Everyday Products That Are Putting Women At Risk Of Breast Cancer

A team of researchers have named almost 1000 chemicals, found in food and beauty products, that increase the risk of breast cancer.

The Guardian - UK

Cost of breast cancer to UK economy could reach £3.6bn by 2034, study shows

Figure represents cost to NHS, productivity lost by society, and losses and expenses for patients

International Business Times UK

NHS Medicine Shortage Raises Concerns Over Patient Safety

There is a notable 100 per cent surge in medicine shortages compared to January 2022 as seen in the deteriorating health of patients across the UK.

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