Breast Cancer Campaign is the only charity that specialises in funding independent breast cancer research throughout the UK. It aims to find the cure for breast cancer by funding research which looks at improving diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, better understanding how it develops and ultimately either curing the disease or preventing it. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/ Tue, 16 Jun 2009 09:20:00 +0100 Greater support needed for charity-funded research The future of charity-funded research in the UK could be under threat, ultimately impacting those touched by breast cancer, according to a report published by Breast Cancer Campaign today (16 June). http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0178/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0178/ General Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:34:00 +0100 Comment on New Philanthropy Capital report ‘What place for mergers between charities’ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0177/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0177/ General Wed, 27 May 2009 13:35:00 +0100 National Volunteer’s Week, 1 – 7 June, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and to mark the occasion Breast Cancer Campaign is calling on all handy helpers to sign up and put their volunteering skills into action to help the charity continue funding vital breast cancer research. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0176/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0176/ General Wed, 13 May 2009 15:45:00 +0100 Breast Cancer Campaign held its third awards ceremony at the House of Lords last Thursday (7 May), an event intended to publicly recognise the charity’s supporters. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0175/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0175/ General Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:20:00 +0100 Arlene Wilkie, Director of Research and Policy, Breast Cancer Campaign, said: “It is very encouraging that mortality figures are decreasing. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0174/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0174/ Research Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:58:00 +0100 Following Team GB’s recent successes at the World Track Championships, Breast Cancer Campaign is calling on all cycling lovers to follow in our champs’ footsteps by signing up to its London to Paris bike ride. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0172/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0172/ General Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:03:00 +0000 Breast Cancer Campaign is calling on all clubs and groups across the UK to take on a new challenge in 2009 and help raise funds for breast cancer research by taking part in the charity’s £100 Club Challenge. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0173/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0173/ Press releases Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:14:00 +0000 Arlene Wilkie, Director of Research and Policy, Breast Cancer Campaign said, “Breast cancer survival rates have improved steadily over a number of years. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0171/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0171/ Research Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:29:00 +0000 Breast cancer research in Ireland has received a major boost with the announcement of more than £460,000 of funding by leading research charity Breast Cancer Campaign, forming part of £2.7 million awarded to 29 research projects throughout the UK and Ireland. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0170/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0170/ Research Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:24:00 +0000 Arlene Wilkie, Director of Research and Policy, Breast Cancer Campaign said, “It is disappointing that Tyverb has not been as effective as hoped for all those patients with this type of breast cancer and has been turned down by NICE. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0169/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0169/ Research Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0000 If you’re looking for the ultimate physical challenge, then what better way to put your stamina to the test than by conquering the world’s highest mountain! http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0168/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0168/ Press releases Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:20:00 +0000 Arlene Wilkie, Director of Research and Policy, Breast Cancer Campaign said, “There is growing evidence that leading a healthy lifestyle, including being physically active and maintaining a healthy body weight has never been more important. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0166/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0166/ Research Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:46:00 +0000 Pamela Goldberg, Chief Executive, Breast Cancer Campaign, said, “Screening is an important tool in the early detection of breast cancer. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0165/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0165/ Research Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:45:00 +0000 Arlene Wilkie, Director of Research and Policy, Breast Cancer Campaign, said, “This study clearly shows that Tibolone should not be taken by women with a history of breast cancer to ease menopausal symptoms. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0163/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0163/ General Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:05:00 +0000 Treat your Mum this year. Whether she wants to be cosy or pampered, glamorous or cute, we’ve got something to suit her. Plus, the money donated from the sale of each item will help fund vital research. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0162/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0162/ General Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:28:00 +0000 Breast Cancer Campaign is calling on all active fundraisers with a passion for the great outdoors to put on their walking boots and try something different in 2009 by signing up to its popular Three Peaks challenge. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0167/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0167/ Press releases Wed, 04 Feb 2009 14:05:00 +0000 If you are looking for an incentive to get fit in 2009, why not enter the first ever Pedal it Pink - a new cycle event organised by Breast Cancer Campaign, exclusively for women. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0161/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0161/ Press releases Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:55:00 +0000 This Valentine’s Day when you write to your loved one, why not scroll your personal message with a pink Pentel pen and help support Breast Cancer Campaign. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0160/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0160/ Press releases Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:06:00 +0000 With Valentine’s Day fast approaching Breast Cancer Campaign’s celebrity supporters have teamed up with Filofax to raise funds for breast cancer research through an auction of customised Filofax organisers, on www.buyoncegivetwice.co.uk http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0159/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0159/ Press releases Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:59:00 +0000 M&Co., whose head office is based at Inchinnan near Glasgow, have raised £334,758.59 for Breast Cancer Campaign. This money will help fund vital breast cancer research across the UK and Northern Ireland. http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0158/ http://www.breastcancercampaign.org/mediacentre/news/0158/ Press releases