Breast Cancer resources
NBCRC actively works to raise the awareness of breast cancer as well as conduct research to better understand and treat the disease. For general information about the disease, different treatment options and for all aspects of support following diagnosis please explore some of the links below.
Access to patient information leaflets covering screening, diagnosis and treatments.
An information resource on breast cancer including information about the disease, diagnosis, treatment and links to support services.
A drop-in centre where cancer support specialists offer practical, emotional and social support for those affected by cancer.
Comprehensive information resource plus infomation on research and clinical trials.
Comprehensive information resource, including an online discussion and support forum.
Comprehensive information resource, including an online discussion and support forum.
Local Support Groups
Self examination
aim is to educate everyone on the importance of regularly checking your boobs. They have materials you can order to help with fundraising, raising awareness in schools and healthcare settings.
The is posting stickers in changing rooms up and down the country to remind everyone to check their boobs. .
Additional sources of support
Peer support network for younger women under 45. A good resource for breast cancer related issues that affect younger women.
Black Women Rising is the award winning programme from UK registered charity The Leanne Pero Foundation.
They support Black Heritage women through every step of their cancer diagnosis and support efforts to educate, raise awareness, and influence policy that aims to provide equitable and accessible cancer care.
Supports women affected by cancer during pregnancy or within 12 months of giving birth.
Promote new research to understand emotional vulnerability in women affected by breast cancer and interventions to build resilience and well-being.
Sista's Against Cancer (SAC) is a cancer support group based in Nottingham. We engage with women affected by cancer and other long-term conditions who are less likely to identify with or access existing support groups due to specific unmet needs or lack of awareness about culturally appropriate support services.
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