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Further breast cancer-related research

Identification of metabolic signatures related to stress and breast cancer risk and survival

Identification of metabolic signatures related to stress and breast cancer risk and survival

This study examines the associations between self-reported stress and breast cancer risk and survival, and then identify novel blood markers of stress

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Body composition and breast cancer risk

Body composition and breast cancer risk

Laure Dossus’s research study looks at whether the association between body composition and breast cancer risk is mediated by immune function and chronic inflammation

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Plasma carotenoids, vitamin C and risk of breast cancer

Plasma carotenoids, vitamin C and risk of breast cancer

This research found that women with higher levels of certain antioxidants appeared to have lower breast cancer risk

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Latest news and blogs

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa
A group of people wearing bright orange shirts stand together outdoors, smiling at the camera. One person holds a sign that reads CANCER IS JUST A WORD, raising awareness about breast cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Trees and a billboard are visible in the background.

Building research where it matters: lessons from studying breast cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa

Prof Reginald Annan makes the case for African-led research – and shares what building it from the ground up actually looks like.

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Thank you for Every Step
A group of people wearing blue World Cancer Research Fund T-shirts smile and pose together outdoors, holding blue clackers. Blue banners and trees are visible in the background.

Thank you for Every Step

Rachael Hutson, CEO at World Cancer Research Fund, reflects on the London Marathon 2026 and shares other ways to support our life-saving research.

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Ultra-processed foods: reflections on what we know and what is coming
An assortment of fresh vegetables sits beside ultra-processed foods (UPFs) like crisps and biscuits, highlighting the contrast between wholesome choices and items increasingly linked to health concerns such as cancer.

Ultra-processed foods: reflections on what we know and what is coming

As consumption of ultra-processed foods rises globally, so do concerns about their health impacts. We unpack what UPFs are, examine emerging evidence on cancer risk, and highlight why further research is critical.

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