The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

In a recent @TIME article, @oliviamunn opened up about her breast cancer journey, highlighting how early detection played a crucial role. She credited the Tyrer-Cuzick risk model, co-developed by BCRF investigator Dr. Jack Cuzick. Read more here:

This year’s @SABCSSanAntonio featured several notable developments from ongoing breast cancer clinical trials—including many that BCRF supports or that involve BCRF investigators. #SABCS24 Find the full recap here:

This month, BCRF reflects on the progress still needed to eliminate the devastating disparities faced by Black women diagnosed with this disease. Learn more here:

This Valentine's Day, the BCRF family extends a thank you to the donors and researchers who make breast cancer breakthroughs possible.

Interested in participating in the 2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour with Team BCRF? The 40-mile ride will take place on May 4, 2025. Applications are now open here: We’re honored to have #TeamBCRF cyclists participate in this monumental race.

This International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the BCRF family thanks the female researchers working tirelessly to save lives and improve outcomes for those impacted by breast cancer. Without them, many breakthroughs and lifesaving treatments would not be possible.

More progress needs to be made to improve outcomes for Black women with breast cancer. That's why many BCRF investigators are specifically addressing this challenge through their research projects. Learn more:

Today is #WorldCancerDay, which recognizes the power of collaboration to reduce the global impact of cancer. At BCRF, we support international research all year. Our 260+ researchers working across 16 countries are tackling every aspect of the disease.

Cardio and strength training aren’t just good for boosting your mood. Regular exercise helps reduce the risk of obesity-associated diseases and many types of cancer, including breast cancer. Learn more about the link between exercise and breast cancer.

RT @ASTRO_org: Applications are open for the ASTRO-@BCRFcure Radiation Oncology Visiting Away Rotations. This provides financial support to talented medical students from communities underrepresented in medicine to participate in four-week clinical or research rotations.

There’s a lot of information (and misinformation) out there about how diet impacts breast cancer risk. Arm yourself with the latest science-backed information and learn more about breast cancer risk factors and the role that diet plays:

A new @AmericanCancer report reveals rising cancer rates in younger women, highlighting the need for research and early detection. BCRF is dedicated to funding efforts to address these trends.

BCRF investigator Dr. Olivera Finn has been on a groundbreaking mission: to develop a vaccine that could prevent breast cancer. Now, with critical support from BCRF, she’s testing a promising MUC1 vaccine to prevent ductal carcinoma in situ.

Dr. Sarat Chandarlapaty is making promising strides in understanding CDK4/6 inhibitor resistance—a challenge faced by many with ER-positive metastatic breast cancer. His study could pave the way for more effective treatments and improved outcomes.

This February, BCRF will host the 28-Mile Run for Research, a free fitness challenge on Facebook that raises funds for lifesaving research. Sign up and learn more here:

Breast cancer thriver and BCRF supporter Kannie Yu Lapack was recently featured on @CBSMornings, sharing her own breast cancer journey and highlighting the fact that AAPI women have experienced the sharpest increase in incidence rates since 2000.

#ResearchIsTheReason BCRF employee Sadia Zapp was able to receive lifesaving treatments and continue working to support research. In a recent @healthcentral article, Sadia highlights what she wants every woman to know about breast cancer screening.

Many people start January thinking about ways to live healthier—but when it comes to diet and breast cancer, what does the research actually say? We’ve broken down what science says about the link between diet and breast cancer.

The U.S. Surgeon General has proposed adding cancer warnings to alcohol labels to raise awareness of its health risks, including its connection to breast cancer. Research shows that even moderate alcohol consumption can raise one's risk of breast cancer.

Thanks to YOU, our researchers are driving discoveries that bring us closer to ending breast cancer. Your generosity fuels lifesaving research, delivering hope and progress for millions. 💕