(-)(*)astectomy Network

Private support group @ open 24/7, 365 days of the year. Tweets by @mastectomyjay

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is getting closer and once again our support group members will #BecomeVisible

Follow our awareness campaign on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @mastectomynetwork

#BCAM #support #community #breastcancer #mastectomy #awareness #empoweringwomenandmen

[Cambridge University @Cambridge_Uni]

A drug to treat hot flushes slows breast cancer when used with anti-oestrogen treatment, says a team @CRUKCamCentre.

3 in 4 breast cancers are ER-positive and these women are usually offered anti-oestrogens, which can bring on menopause-like symptoms.

This new Cambridge-led trial showed that a drug mimicking progesterone can help manage these symptoms and has anti-cancer properties.

Read more about the study 👇
https://t.co/dFkvq000bA

#ChangingTheStoryOfCancer

[BBC Morning Live @BBCMorningLive]

💗 1 in 2 of us will face a cancer diagnosis in our lifetime — and @DrPunamKrishan recently shared hers.

Today, she explains how spotting the early signs of her breast cancer saved her life and shares heartfelt advice to help others.

Watch 👉 https://t.co/wtHyyA4Rab

[Dr Liz O'Riordan @Liz_ORiordan]

Breaking news!
Scientists at
@ICR_London
have developed a blood test to see if metastatic breast cancer has changed receptor type without needing a biopsy!
- 1 in 5 cancers flip receptors
- This can have a massive impact on treatment options
Isn't science amazing?

[METUPUK @METUPUKorg]

Following the heartbreaking death of our founder Jo Taylor, in early November, METUPUK has faced one of its most difficult decisions, appointing a new Chair to lead us forward. This appointment has been made in consultation with Jo’s family, ensuring her legacy remains at the heart of everything we do.

We’re proud to share that Laura Ashurst, a dedicated volunteer since 2021 and Trustee since March 2025, has accepted the role of Chair. This moment carries deep emotion, but also hope for the future of our mission.

As we step into 2026, Jo’s voice and vision will continue to inspire us. Please join us in welcoming Laura to the helm.

We are METUPUK. We stand together.

#MetastaticBreastCancer #MBC #SecondaryBreastCancer #METUPUK #FriendsNotForgotten

[Breast Cancer Now @BreastCancerNow]

Why do people with secondary breast cancer face different experiences of care?

Dr Charlene McShane and Dr Damien Bennett at @QUBelfast are studying inequalities across Northern Ireland to understand where more support is needed, and how we get there.

https://t.co/5YauEDNrZ9

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@abcdiagnosis Thoughts and love with all of her family. What terribly shitty and tragic news 💔

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@clairehughesBA Sending you strength, and wishing you all the best in your treatment and recovery. There’s a lot of support out here should you need it x

[𝑫𝒓 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑨𝒓𝒊𝒇 @DrNighatArif]

Happy #worldmenopause day: Lifestyle ways to manage #menopausal symptoms - HRT is just one bit of the toolkit that helps manage your menopausal symptoms

Leave in the comments what works for you? ⤵️

Ref: The role of lifestyle medicine in menopausal
health: a review of non-pharmacologic
interventions

https://t.co/UE1XM7LvtF

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@MhairiHunter @Pete_British Interesting that I was blocked until I looked at his account and then it all made sense.

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@Pete_British @MhairiHunter Mhairi is right. I work in pharmacy and paracetamol is only ever prescribed in 100’s which isn’t available OTC, so price comparison is not the same at all.
Some GP’s will not prescribe for cost reasons, but that includes if it’s cheaper for patient to buy than pay script charge

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

Sharing for a signal boost!

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #mastectomynetwork #metacommunityguidelinessuck

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

Can anyone help us reach someone at @Facebook to get this overturned. After a review, they have doubled down and referred to it as ‘sexual content’ when all images are of post mastectomy surgery, to help raise awareness and share information.

Would @lorraine have contacts?

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

Facebook is restricting us again during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

So, unless you already know about the mastectomy support group, you’ll never know about it, as they don’t Recommend it anymore, because…it shows mastectomies…🤷🏼‍♀️

Help!? @facebook how do I get a review? 😭

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@DrNighatArif I think anyone who has undergone regular medical tests and/or treatment are used to male physicians treating them intimately but there is something to be said about those having a mammogram for the first time who have never undergone other tests etc possibly not being comfortable

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@DrNighatArif I can deal with the brain fog and aching joints if I could just stop the night sweats! They can vanish for weeks/months then BAM 😭

[(-)(*)astectomy Network @mastectomynet]

@DrNighatArif @Denisew81598090 Also wondering as I had preventative surgery due to eostrogen receptive family breast cancers.

Admittedly I’m not suffering too badly at the moment with perimenopause (which weirdly started after my mastectomy) but I worry about long term health issues re: bone density etc

[𝑫𝒓 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑨𝒓𝒊𝒇 @DrNighatArif]

How to advocate for your health

Loved this video 🎥by @robynholdaway on instagram that needs to be shared
Add any other phrases or tips below 👇🏽

#advocacy #health #NHSGP

[Breast Advocate @BreastAdvocate]

For women with a BRCA mutation, options like prophylactic mastectomy or oophorectomy can lower cancer risk, but these decisions are deeply personal. You’re not alone in this. ❤️ #BRCA #CancerPrevention #SurgeryChoices #BreastCancerAwareness

[Dana-Farber’s Breast Oncology Center @DFCI_BreastOnc]

Dr. Jennifer Ligibel, a @DanaFarber breast oncologist, who specializes in #ExerciseResearch, discusses how strength training can help prevent #lymphedema. @DanaFarberZakim #breastcancer