My mother died of metastatic breast cancer in 2006, so I was made aware of monthly breast examinations, and it was important for me to know my breasts, just in case.

During your breast self-observation, you may find a lump. Although it is very important to consult a doctor and always assess the changes observed, benign (non-cancerous) conditions can also cause lumps to appear in the breast tissue.

I was diagnosed stage 1b hormone-dependent in situ breast cancer at the age of 27. I am now 32 years old.

Following a breast cancer diagnosis, it is not only the person with breast cancer who may be experiencing many emotions. Here are some tips to do your best to support the person with the disease, but also to help you better manage and…

If you are feeling emotions such as anxiety, sadness or even embarrassment, you may be experiencing “survivor’s guilt”.