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.
Nottingham Breast Institute
Access to patient information leaflets covering screening, diagnosis and treatments.
NHS
An information resource on breast cancer including information about the disease, diagnosis, treatment and links to support services.
Maggies
A drop-in centre where cancer support specialists offer practical, emotional and social support for those affected by cancer.
Cancer Research UK
Comprehensive information resource plus infomation on research and clinical trials.
Breast Cancer Now
Comprehensive information resource, including an online discussion and support forum.
Macmillan
Derby Breast Cancer Suport Group
Newark Breast Cancer Support Group
Southwell Pink Ladies
Coppafeel's 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 #changeandcheck campaign is posting stickers in changing rooms up and down the country to remind everyone to check their boobs. Download your sticker.
Younger Breast Cancer Network (YBCN)Peer support network for younger women under 45. A good resource for breast cancer related issues that affect younger women.
Black Women Rising UKBlack 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.
Mummy's star
Supports women affected by cancer during pregnancy or within 12 months of giving birth.
Building Resilience in Breast Cancer Centre
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
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.
University of Nottingham Biodiscovery Institute (Room C214) University Park Science Road Nottingham, NG7 2RD
email: nbcrc@nottingham.ac.uk