How can cancer trials better report quality-of-life data so results matter to patients? NBCC’s Michelle Tregear and Common Sense Oncology colleagues outline a new approach in @thelancet.com. See our summary and read the article here. www.stopbreastcancer.org/in-lancet-on...

For Dr. David Laurance, fighting cancer is personal. As he gears up for his 47th New York City Marathon, read how he is running to support NBCC’s mission to end breast cancer and be inspired to join the movement nbcc.info/DavidsStory

Throwback read: NBCC President Fran Visco and other experts spoke about why we need to be prioritizing evidence-based drugs that significantly extend the lives of patients, not harm them. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/in-the-lever-if-a-drug-doesnt-work-it-doesnt-work/

With recent cuts, community clinics are closing, clinical trials are on hold or terminated and federal grants are otherwise unavailable in the health research space. Are you experiencing problems with accessing care or funding? We want to hear from you: http://nbcc.info/FundingSurvey

The ACA's enhanced premium tax credits have helped more than 20 million people afford health insurance. Breast cancer patients' lives depend on access to quality care. Tell Congress to extend these credits https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/policy/find-tools-to-take-action/#/13

HAPPENING SOON: Register for our September 19 NBCC member webinar featuring Dr. Jonathan Kimmelman, who will explore the balance of risks and benefits for patients in clinical trials. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/events/upcoming-webinars/

NBCC's President Fran Visco sent a letter thanking @schumer.senate.gov and @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social for centering people’s needs in their demands for a bipartisan agreement on a continuing resolution to protect healthcare www.stopbreastcancer.org/centering-he...

NBCC prioritizes protecting the advancement of federally funded scientific knowledge and research programs and will oppose policies and legislation that undermine the process and infrastructure that result in credible, high-quality science https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/science-saved-our-lives/

During the summer Congressional recess, NBCC advocates secured new cosponsors for the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act. Join NBCC advocates and keep up the momentum: contact your members of Congress and ask them to support the bill! nbcc.info/TakeAction

ICYMI: Can we personalize care so that women receive only the treatments they truly need? NBCC's Michelle Tregear explores that in a WebMD must-read: https://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/features/cm/early-bc-hr-positive-her2-negative-opt-out-therapy-asco

Everyone has a right to lifesaving healthcare. Breast cancer patients' lives depend on access to quality care. Urge your members of Congress to extend the ACA's enhanced premium tax credits now! https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/policy/find-tools-to-take-action/#/13

Join the many organizations on our growing list of Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act supporters, representing thousands of breast cancer and health advocates. Sign up here! http://nbcc.info/SupportMETSBill

Breast cancer is a complex disease. That’s why NBCC breaks down the most complicated topics so you don’t have to. From subjects ranging to screening, drug approval, treatments, and more: We have you covered. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/information-center/understand-the-issues/

NBCC member webinar: Do patients gain more than they risk in cancer trials? Join us for this insightful webinar on September 19 to learn more! https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/events/upcoming-webinars/

Despite lower incidence rates, Black women are 41% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women. Learn more and read NBCC’s breast cancer facts and figures. http://nbcc.info/FactsAndFigures

Write your member of Congress and tell them: do not cut medical research funding. Any cuts will cost lives & erase decades of progress in improving patient health and saving lives of women & men impacted by breast cancer https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/policy/find-tools-to-take-action/#/

Our 2025 Breast Cancer Facts & Figures makes it clear: As the second leading cause of cancer deaths for women in the United States, breast cancer remains a deadly disease. Our fight to end breast cancer must continue through our bold action and advocacy. https://t.co/MWIcscD0tM

Congress may be in recess this month, but we must urge them now to support the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act. Let’s take action today! #NBCContheHill nbcc.info/TakeAction

This administration has shown no qualms about terminating already approved and funded grants. So what will Congress do to protect science? Join us in demanding members of Congress take action— contact your reps today. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/policy/find-tools-to-take-action/#/

Are you passionate about working to #StopBreastCancerNow? Become a member of the National Breast Cancer Coalition. https://t.co/S4306fda6X

Done. Nobody who is metastatic should have to wait months for disability benefits they’ve paid into or years to be eligible for Medicare coverage.

Join us for an NBCC member webinar on September 19 for a timely discussion with Dr. Jonathan Kimmelman to explore the complex ethical and practical considerations of clinical trial participation. Register today! https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/events/upcoming-webinars/

Take action during the congressional recess and ask your US representative to cosponsor the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act. Nbcc.info/TakeAction

NBCC President Fran Visco: Saving science requires more than appropriating funds. We need to act. Will you join us? Learn more here: https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/saving-science-requires-more-than-appropriating-funds/

Living longer. Living better. That’s what breast cancer patients deserve—and what NBCC has championed from the start. The Common Sense Oncology movement echoes this same call. Hear more from Dr. Brooke Wilson and NBCC’s Michelle Tregear: www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8CY...

This month, our CEO, Claire Turner, was in San Diego attending the @nbccstopbc.bsky.social's Project Lead - the world leading 6-day patient advocacy science training programme.

“The attacks on vaccine research are devastating to the future of breast cancer research." NBCC President Fran Visco spoke with @themeteor.bsky.social‬ about how recent cuts to vaccine development and research hurts the breast cancer community. wearethemeteor.com/mrna-defundi...

Holly (@hollyrider.bsky.social), an advocate living with metastatic breast cancer, shares why we must pass the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act, which would remove waiting periods for METS patients. This August congressional recess, urge your reps to support this bill Nbcc.info/TakeAction

A week ago, we hosted NBCC’s #ProjectLEAD – where advocates learn to help ensure that the educated and trained patient voice is heard everywhere that decisions about breast cancer are made. It was wonderful to see all these empowered NBCC advocates!

Congress has adjourned for August recess. While they are home in their districts, we need you to urge them to support the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act! Learn more and take action today. #NBCContheHill nbcc.info/TakeAction

Day 5 of #ProjectLead2025 with @nbccstopbc.bsky.social The preso I’ve been waiting for! TY Sara Hurvitz from @fredhutch.bsky.social for laying out the good/bad/ugly of clinical trial design. Sh*tty Surrogate Endpoints, I’m coming for you! #metastaticbc #breastcancer

Brief bsky pause to tie up loose ends in life! Today, a new chapter. Starting this AM with cell bio review next to open air fire and awaiting g start of #ProjectLEAD with @nbccstopbc.bsky.social 5 days of INTENSE science edu & advocacy. My idea of a good time! #mbc #breastcancer #OOTD deets in 🧵

Yesterday, NBCC participated in a Day of Action to #ProtectScience. Watch a recap of NBCC's Marylinn Minor emphasizing that when you save science, you save lives. #NBCContheHill stopbreastcancer.org/nbccs-marylinn

NBCC advocate Marylinn Minor joined Sen. Mark Kelly and other speakers at a press conference on the Hill today urging their elected officials to #ProtectScience. #NBCContheHill

Science keeps many people alive, like Rayna, an NBCC advocate living with metastatic breast cancer. Contact your elected officials today and demand they #ProtectScience and protect people living with breast cancer. nbcc.info/TakeAction www.youtube.com/watch?v=kw7f...

"I, and many other women, are alive today because of NBCC." NBCC advocates know firsthand that science saves lives. Upcoming cuts to current research funding would impede future progress to end breast cancer. Take action today to #ProtectScience nbcc.info/TakeAction www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysm1...

Nearly every person in the US who has been treated for breast cancer in the past few decades has benefitted from federal investment in medical research. Read and watch some of their stories here. #ProtectScience www.stopbreastcancer.org/science-save...

“What I want to leave behind or what I want others to remember me for is being able to work with organizations like NBCC and advocates who are making change." Read Jo Lynn's story and be inspired to fuel our fire to end breast cancer. nbcc.info/JoLynnStory

I had a lovely time speaking with breast cancer advocates at the National Breast Cancer Coalition about the impact of redlining on breast cancer today

Event Spotlight: At a recent NBCC webinar, Dr. @smlima-mph.bsky.social made a compelling case that breast cancer outcomes cannot be fully understood—or addressed—without grappling with the legacy of structural racism and disinvestment. Read our recap: www.stopbreastcancer.org/event-spotli...

On July 23rd, join us for an NBCC member webinar featuring critical analysis of several key breast cancer trials presented at @ascocancer.bsky.social 2025. Learn more and register today! nbcc.info/Webinars

NBCC advocates are using their voices because lives are on the line. Now more than ever, we need your support! Fuel our fight. nbcc.info/FuelOurFight

Our work is under threat like never before. That's why NBCC is launching a bold, urgent campaign to FUEL OUR FIGHT: to train more informed advocates, expand our network & defend the policies and programs that save lives. Donate & DOUBLE your impact today! nbcc.info/FuelOurFight

🚨BREAKING NEWS ⬇️

1/ 🧵The US Senate has voted to pass a massive budget reconciliation bill that would result in 17 million people losing healthcare coverage, while raising costs for 20 million more. The updated legislation now goes back to the US House before going to the president for signing.

Research saves lives. That's why we are fighting to protect research funding and urging our elected leaders to do everything in their power to prevent damaging cuts to health care access. Join us — Take action today! nbcc.info/TakeAction

We’re leading the way in research through the Artemis Project, which is an advocate led, innovative, mission-driven approach of strategic summits, catalytic workshops, research action plans, and collaborative efforts of various stakeholders. stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/r...

"We need to band together to... make sure we have a federal government that can address our needs." -- @gregggonsalves.bsky.social Take action and tell your senators that they must do everything in their power to prevent damaging cuts to healthcare. nbcc.info/TakeAction

Join us for a July 10th webinar that will cover how redlining is associated with breast cancer risk factors and survival disparities today and potential paths forward. nbcc.info/Webinars