Just published! ABC8 global consensus guidelines for treating advanced breast cancer in The Breast Journal. What makes them different - and so important? "Consensus" means guidelines were voted by a multidisciplinary panel: ~50 experts, incl ABC patients. thebreastonline.com/article/…

Dr Fatima Cardoso spent the weekend "in Peru" as a virtual speaker at the Best of ABC LATAM meeting. "Best of ABC" is how we support other countries to tailor the global consensus guidelines for treatment of advanced breast cancer to their local setting. Congratulations, LATAM!

Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) is largely unmeasured, and those living with it therefore unseen. Great to see a new policy brief (our Dr Fatima Cardoso was an adviser) outlining practical actions to strengthen MBC data collection. #PolicyThatCounts #BCAM healthpolicypartnership.com/…

Most people with ABC are not counted in national cancer registries! MBC causes nearly all breast cancer deaths, yet we don't know how many people it affects. Today, Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, we support our global partners as they work for better data on ABC/MBC

Last year we lost our friend Shirley Mertz, who would have been 80 on 16/9. US President Barack Obama named her a “Champion of Change in Breast Cancer” for her work in ABC, and she received our ABC6 Award. Shirley's legacy of work for people with ABC lives on-we are so grateful.

Should you exercise with advanced breast cancer (ABC)? Which activities are safe? Check out the resources in our new physical activity hub to help you get moving! Regular exercise is recommended in ABC to reduce fatigue and improve physical functioning abcglobalalliance.org/physic…

It is with great sadness that we heard that our dear Eva Schumacher-Wulf passed last night. Our hearts are broken! Eva was a bright star in the ABC world. Her relentless fight for better lives for ABC patients was remarkable and unforgettable. Rest in peace, dear friend 🤍💔🤍

Only 24 hours until "Faster and fairer: tools to improve access to ABC medicines in high-income countries", 16:00 CET June 23. Our expert speakers: Fatima Cardoso, Christel Jansen (Access Embassy), Mihai Rotaru (EFPIA), and patient advocate Kirstin Spencer promeditec.zoom.us/webinar/r…

Why are so many new ABC medicines out of reach even after they’re approved? What can you do about it? In our 2nd toolkit webinar, "Faster and fairer: tools to improve access to ABC medicines in high-income countries", our experts share their tools + tips. ow.ly/Peu550ZcGI3

Why does it take so long for approved ABC medicines to get to patients? What can we all do to ensure faster, fairer access? Our expert webinar panel shares tools and tips that to make a difference in countries where access to ABC medicines isn't working promeditec.zoom.us/webinar/r…

Apply by May 31 for an ABC Global Alliance / EONS nurse fellowship! Nurses lacking opportunities in-country to improve their breast cancer nursing skills could spend 1-3 months in an international cancer centre: abcglobalalliance.org/nurse-… Questions? [email protected]

📍 Only 1/2 of cancer drugs approved by EMA in 2020–2023 are available in EU countries (on average) 📍 Average time from EMA approval to patient access: 586 days We call on policymakers to improve timely and equitable access to breast cancer treatments across Europe.

xitter.cf/devex/status/205714799… Dealing with cancer is about so much more than the treatment. At #DevexImpactHouse @ WHA, Dr Fatima Cardoso highlighted the difficult decisions facing women with advanced breast cancer, with their many-faceted roles in family and society.

On International Clinical Trials Day we call for better use of patients' tissue samples in cancer clinical trials. We need maximum gain / minimum wastage, with ethical data-sharing to support future research. The goal? Better cancer treatments sooner! jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…

Cancer needs more funding – not less! Today, ABC Global Alliance co-signed an open letter, “Cancer Cannot Wait: Safeguard Health as a Standalone Priority in the EU Budget” wecanadvocate.eu/featured/op…. For your group to co-sign, email your logo to [email protected]

Do you have 2+ years' experience in cancer nursing, and limited opportunities for professional development? Apply for an ABC Global Alliance & EONS Nurse Fellowship, to spend 1-3 months in a centre of excellence for advanced breast cancer. Apply by May 31 ow.ly/5snZ50YQui5

FREE online breast cancer patient education live-streamed from S. Korea GBCC conference Sat 25/4. Subtitles: 20 languages. Watch ABC GA president Dr Fatima Cardoso + session on evolving treatment strategies for metastatic BC. gbcc.kr/Contents.asp?LoadPag…. REGISTER BY 17/4 via QR code

This #InternationalWomen’sDay we reflect on the growing inequalities for women with advanced breast cancer. While survival has improved in some regions, our new Decade Report showed that in others, women aren’t getting access to life-extending new treatments. We call on policymakers, regulators, industry and healthcare providers to work together towards the goals of the ABC Global Charter 2025-2035, improving access to best care for all women with ABC. Our mothers, sisters, daughters, wives, friends deserve better! abcglobalalliance.org/abc-gl…

It’s #WorldCancerDay. Each person with advanced breast cancer (ABC) will have their own unique cancer journey. But 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 with ABC needs equal access to the most effective treatment and support for their unique needs. The new #ABCGlobalCharter provides a roadmap towards people-centred care for ABC in 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 country #UnitedByUnique abcglobalalliance.org/abc-gl…