More breast cancer research

Using mindfulness to reduce stress in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy

This study assesses the effect of a 6-week online mindfulness program on stress reduction and related symptoms in women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer

How do persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in diet affect endometrial and breast cancer risk?

Wearable technology and breast cancer survivors

This study, funded by WCRF International, suggests wearable fitness trackers may improve the quality of life of breast cancer survivors

More breast cancer research

Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Konstantinos Tsilidis’s research uses nutrient-wide association studies to look at lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers

Can a diet rich in polyphenols improve the health of breast cancer survivors?

We’re funding a new research project into whether a diet rich in polyphenols is related to better health among breast cancer survivors

Isoflavones and lignans in breast cancer among Chinese women

This Hong Kong study will add to the data on the effects of dietary phytoestrogen on breast cancer outcomes

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Charity responds to latest UK government spending review

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Charity responds to latest UK government spending review

We respond to the UK government’s first multi-year spending review, where the Chancellor set out departmental budgets for the next 3 years

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

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Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Latest research news and blogs

Body size in children and young people hikes bowel cancer risk

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Body size in children and young people hikes bowel cancer risk

Greater birthweight or body size during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood linked with higher risk of bowel cancer in later life

Newcastle MP discovers the cancer prevention research taking place in her constituency

Newcastle MP discovers the cancer prevention research taking place in her constituency

World Cancer Research Fund grant holder Assoc Prof Jill McKay shares her groundbreaking cancer prevention research with local MP, Chi Onwurah

Are seed oils good or bad for our health?

A selection of oils including sunflower seed oil, olive oil and walnut oil

Are seed oils good or bad for our health?

Seed oils such as sunflower, rapeseed and sesame oil are found in everything from salad dressings to stir fries. But with mixed messages in the media, people can be left wondering: are these oils helpful or harmful to our health?

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Latest research news and blogs

Body size in children and young people hikes bowel cancer risk

Greater birthweight or body size during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood linked with higher risk of bowel cancer in later life

Newcastle MP discovers the cancer prevention research taking place in her constituency

World Cancer Research Fund grant holder Assoc Prof Jill McKay shares her groundbreaking cancer prevention research with local MP, Chi Onwurah

Are seed oils good or bad for our health?

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Further research into breast cancer

Mapping the impact of obesity on the normal breast

This study examines how postmenopausal obesity affects breast cancer risk by analyzing breast tissue changes and testing anti-obesity drugs

How short-term fasting can improve chemotherapy in breast cancer patients

We’re funding a new research project to enhance our understanding of how short-term fasting-mimicking diets enhance the effects of chemotherapy

How does exercise improve cancer-related fatigue in patients with advanced breast cancer?

This study investigates how tailored exercise reduces fatigue and improves quality of life in patients with advanced breast cancer.

Further breast cancer-related research

Breast cancer and exercise: improving quality of life in cancer survivors

This study will investigate if exercise can prevent functional disability in breast cancer survivors

How short-term fasting can improve chemotherapy in breast cancer patients

We’re funding a new research project to enhance our understanding of how short-term fasting-mimicking diets enhance the effects of chemotherapy

Adherence to Mediterranean diet and risk of esophageal, gastric, pancreas, lung and breast cancer

Piet van den Brandt’s research concluded that eating a Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of lung, postmenopausal breast, oesophagus (squamous cell carcinoma in men), and stomach cancers

Further breast cancer research

Can a diet rich in polyphenols improve the health of breast cancer survivors?

We’re funding a new research project into whether a diet rich in polyphenols is related to better health among breast cancer survivors

Comprehensive assessment, validation and causal identification of dietary exposures and cancer risk

Konstantinos Tsilidis’s research uses nutrient-wide association studies to look at lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancers

How does physical activity lower the risk of cancer?

This research, funded by WCRF International, looks at how our genetics affect immunity, hormones and metabolism, and how these affect activity

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites

Latest research-related news and blogs

Were you part of the Women’s Cohort Study?

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the UK Women’s Cohort Study, the initial funding for which came from us

Planet-friendly diet reduces risk of dying after cancer diagnosis

Eating diet that combines nutrition and sustainability shown to reduce risk of dying from cancer and other diseases among UK cancer survivors

Brisk walking lowers the risk of 5 cancers

We’ve funded novel research into the links between walking pace and previously unexamined cancer sites