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Breast cancer

What is breast cancer? Find out how common it is, the causes, and expert advice on how to reduce your risk.

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About breast cancer
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About breast cancer

Find out more about what breast cancer is and who is affects

Learn more about breast cancer
Signs and symptoms of breast cancer
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Signs and symptoms of breast cancer

Early detection of breast cancer saves lives. Learn about the signs and symptoms

Know the signs and symptoms
Breast cancer causes
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Breast cancer causes

Find out what can increase your risk of breast cancer

Explore breast cancer risk factors
Preventing breast cancer
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Preventing breast cancer

Learn more about how to reduce your risk of breast cancer

Take steps to reduce your risk
Living with and beyond breast cancer
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Living with and beyond breast cancer

Find out how diet and lifestyle can support your health and wellbeing if you’re living with and beyond breast cancer

Get support for living well
Global breast cancer statistics
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Global breast cancer statistics

Breast cancer is the 2nd most common cancer worldwide

Explore breast cancer statistics