Read the latest blogs from across our work within the secondary breast cancer community. From blogs on fundraising, research findings, information sharing, corporate achievements, community support and stories, celebrate with us as we work together to Make 2nds Count.

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8th November 2023

‘Staying Alive: A Book Of Hope’

‘Staying Alive: A Book Of Hope’ is a poetry book which was created by Seren Haf, Rachel Woods, Jill Davies and Lorraine Burroughs. This book has been created by women living with a secondary cancer diagnosis and shares their experiences through creative writing to offer strength and wisdom to anyone else affected by secondary cancer.

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4th November 2023

Ben Nevis Climb by McCann Health London

McCann Health London have been great supporters of Make 2nds Count and on 16th September 2023 they took a team of 30 employees to climb Ben Nevis. Louise Hewitt, Copy Director at McCann Health London has shared her fundraising story with us.

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25th October 2023

Trodelvy for Secondary Breast Cancer: Science and Stories

Sacituzumab govitecan (Trodelvy®) is a targeted therapy used to treat certain types of secondary (metastatic, advanced) breast cancer. So, let’s delve into the science of Trodelvy and take a look at a secondary breast cancer patient’s experience on this drug.

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23rd October 2023

New Funding for Secondary Breast Cancer Clinical Trials Advocacy awarded by Breast Cancer Now

We are delighted to announce a £20,000 grant to support our information and support service dedicated to secondary breast cancer clinical trials, the Patient Trials Advocate service, awarded by Breast Cancer Now. Secondary (metastatic) breast cancer is breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

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20th October 2023

Anne Blacklock's Fundraiser for Make 2nds Count

Anne Blacklock from Cheshire is one of Make 2nds Count Ambassadors and is the host of our Tea and a Chat group in Manchester. Anne decided to organise a Cabaret Show in aid of Make 2nds Count in the hope of raising £3,000.00.

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22nd September 2023

Miranda Ashby-Wood's Summer of Fundraising Challenges

Miranda took part in three charity fundraising events to raise money for Make 2nds Count in memory of her mum, Barbara. On 1 July Miranda took part in her very first sprint triathlon.

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10th September 2023

Meet Our Ambassadors: Joanna

When/How were you first diagnosed?I was initially diagnosed with primary breast cancer in May 2020, one day after my 35th birthday. I’d noticed an inverted nipple/dimpling in my breast and arranged a GP appointment.

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3rd September 2023

Enhertu® for Secondary Breast Cancer: Science and Stories

What is trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu®)?Trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu®) is an innovative targeted therapy used to treat certain secondary (metastatic, advanced) breast cancer patients. In this blog we will delve into the science of trastuzumab deruxtecan while looking at a patient’s experience on this drug.

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29th August 2023

Golden Valley Half Marathon Charity Walk

'Golden Valley Half Marathon Charity Walk' also known as 'Carols Walk'. On Saturday 10th June 2023 Carol Goring and a very capable band of friends and family organised a walk to celebrate life, raise awareness about secondary breast cancer and raise funds for Make 2nds Count and other local cancer charities.

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20th August 2023

Meet Our Ambassadors: Kate

When/How were you first diagnosed? I was diagnosed in June 2020, de novo.

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14th August 2023

Make 2nds Count statement

Make 2nds Count and its Board of Trustees have been made aware of the negative representation of the charity on social media by Lisa Fleming, following the action requested by Lisa and Euan Fleming to remove any references to their connection to Make 2nds Count as a result of their personal decision to step away from the charity last year. We understand these have been difficult decisions on their part, and Lisa and Euan’s role as founders will always be part of the charity’s history.

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5th August 2023

The Emotional Impact of Secondary Breast Cancer - Community Stories Part 7

Living with secondary (metastatic) cancer is challenging. You will deal with a variety of emotions, such as fear, sadness, anxiety, anger, or hopelessness.

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29th July 2023

The Emotional Impact of Secondary Breast Cancer - Community Stories Part 6

Living with secondary (metastatic) cancer is challenging. You will deal with a variety of emotions, such as fear, sadness, anxiety, anger, or hopelessness.

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23rd July 2023

The Emotional Impact of Secondary Breast Cancer - Community Stories Part 5

Living with secondary (metastatic) cancer is challenging. You will deal with a variety of emotions, such as fear, sadness, anxiety, anger, or hopelessness.

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