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Breast Cancer Now

Breast Cancer Now

If you’re looking for authentic stories about life with and beyond breast cancer, we’re here. Welcome to the Breast Cancer Now podcast. Join host Laura for open, supportive and honest conversations with guests who have personal or professional experience of breast cancer. Laura Price is a writer, podcaster and author of the novel Single Bald Female. She’s living with secondary, incurable breast cancer. We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. If you’ve got questions about

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S7 Ep13: Exploring menopause and breast cancer with...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/09/25

In this episode Laura speaks to Dani Binnington about the often overlooked impact of a cancer-induced menopause. They are also joined by Breast Cancer Now nurse Louise Grimsdell. They discuss their experiences of the menopause, and many symptoms such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, low libido, fatigue, joint pain, anxiety, depression, and weight gain, and the profound impact these symptoms can have on quality of life. They talk about practical ways to manage the symptoms and the importance of

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40:44

S7 Ep12: Just diagnosed? Your breast cancer questions...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/09/11

Being diagnosed with breast cancer might leave you with so many questions. Why has this happened to me? How do I tell my children? What treatment will I have? Will I lose my hair? Where can I find support?In this episode, Breast Cancer Now nurse Jane Murphy answers your questions about primary breast cancer. She explains what to expect after a diagnosis, tips for surgery, genetic testing, diet, exercise, telling people about your diagnosis, and dealing with work.Jane also discusses how Breast

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63:10

S7 Ep11: A daughter's diagnosis (Laura's mum -...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/08/28

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Laura speaks to her mum Christine. She joins us to talk about being the parent of an adult child with cancer, and their family’s long history with breast cancer. They talk about Christine’s mother Hetty, who died from breast cancer age 43, and her sister Heather, who also had breast cancer. Laura reflects on her personal experiences of breast cancer, being first diagnosed when she was 29, and then again in 2022 with metastatic breast cancer, and

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56:56

S7 Ep10: Ashley Dalton MP: What the National Cancer...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/08/14

Ashley Dalton, Labour MP and former Health Minister, joins Laura on the Breast Cancer Now podcast this week.In this episode, Ashley reflects on her breast cancer diagnoses, and what working with incurable metastatic disease is like. She also talks about leading the development of the National Cancer Plan for England and why patient's experiences are essential for creating cancer policy.Ashley discusses the importance of counting people with metastatic cancers, having a single patient file in the

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59:54

S7 Ep9: Understanding cancer in Black communities...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/07/31

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, we speak to Tamara about her diagnosis of triple negative breast cancer, cancer in Black communities, and the impact of discovering she carries the BRCA2 gene mutation.Tamara opens up about the emotional weight of having to explain her cancer and her behaviour to the people around her. She also explores the stigma and mistrust that surrounds cancer in Black communities, and why culturally sensitive education is the key to improving outcomes.The

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57:05

S7 Ep8: Navigating cultural taboos with breast cancer...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/07/17

In this episode Laura speaks to Pretti who was prompted to self-check by a friend, and was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 47.Pretti reflects on some of the misconceptions and taboos around breast cancer in the South Asian community. She speaks about the importance of encouraging open and honest conversations about breast cancer awareness and early detection.They discuss the physical effects of treatment such as hair loss during chemotherapy and how she coped with body image changes. Pretti also

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54:03

S7 Ep7: Understanding BRCA: Naomi’s 80% cancer risk

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/07/03

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, we explore the role of genetics in cancer risk, including BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations, specifically in Jewish populations.Naomi shares her powerful story after discovering she carries the BRCA2 gene mutation following the loss of her mum to ovarian cancer. With an 80% lifetime risk of breast cancer, She faced life-changing decisions, and opted for risk-reducing surgery.Naomi speaks about what it’s like to live with that knowledge, how it shaped

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57:30

S7 Ep6: Understanding a triple negative breast cancer...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/06/19

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Nikki Wheatley talks to Laura about her experience being diagnosed with triple negative, and later metastatic breast cancer. Nikki shares how she both finds and spreads hope, five years on from her metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. She discusses her work with the change and check campaign. They discuss what triple negative breast cancer means, and why it can be harder to treat. Nikki discusses how she manages living with metastatic breast cancer

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57:46

S7 Ep5: You know your body – why speaking up matters...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/06/05

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Jay shares her journey working in cancer research to receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer herself. Jay opens up about discovering a lump in 2018 at age 47, navigating a stage 3 diagnosis, and dealing with chemotherapy, surgery and radiotherapy. Drawing on her science background, she also explains how understanding the system helped her advocate for herself and regain some sense of control. She reflects on the emotional realities of cancer, and the

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50:55

S7 Ep4: Sir Chris Hoy on hope, living for today, and...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/05/22

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, six-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Chris Hoy shares his experience of being diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. Chris discusses the shock of diagnosis, adapting to life with incurable cancer, and how his mindset as an elite athlete has helped him navigate uncertainty. He also introduces the Tour de 4, a community cycling event raising funds and awareness for metastatic cancers. Together with Laura Price—who is also living with metastatic

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59:29

S7 Ep3: Living with hope and metastatic breast cancer

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/05/08

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, returning guest Laura Ashurst shares her experience of living nearly 20 years with metastatic breast cancer.Laura speaks about why she thinks she has survived so long with a metastatic diagnosis, about the importance of holistic care and the importance of mental wellbeing. Laura talks about her advocacy for improved treatment access, the need for more consistent support, and improved data collection for those with metastatic breast cancer. Find out

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S7 Ep2: Parenting doesn't stop when cancer starts...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/04/24

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, documentary filmmaker Victoria Mapplebeck shares her experience of raising her son as a solo parent while documenting the journey over 20 years.She talks to Laura about her film Motherboard, which captures the humour and heartbreak of parenting, and how her unexpected breast cancer diagnosis affected her teenage son Jim.Victoria opens up about navigating breast cancer treatment without a partner, and how she uses creativity as a way to cope with and

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55:03

S7 Ep1: A bold new chapter (Claire Rowney)

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2026/03/27

Laura speaks to Breast Cancer Now’s chief executive, Claire Rowney, about our long-term vision, and her own recent experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Claire talks about the importance of attending mammogram screenings, and how her diagnosis was discovered through a routine screening. She reflects on the emotional impact of diagnosis, the lack of control she felt, and how the experience has given her a deeper understanding of what patient empowerment really means. They also talk

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S6 Ep23: What does it mean to you to live well?

Breast Cancer Now ·

2026/01/03

Breast Cancer Now's mission is that by 2050, everyone with breast cancer will live, and be supported to live well. What does it mean to you to live well?That's the question Laura asked each of our guests this season, and the answers were diverse, enlightening, and hinted at hope for the future. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you for listening to this season of the Breast Cancer Now podcast! We'll be back with more episodes soon. We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and

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S6 Ep22: Travel insurance with breast cancer might be...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/12/19

Planning a holiday when you’re living with or beyond breast cancer can feel daunting, especially when it comes to getting travel insurance. In this episode, Laura speaks with Fiona Macrae, founder of the travel insurance brand Insurancewith. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 and living with metastatic (secondary) breast cancer since 2020, Fiona shares her personal journey and why freedom to travel is so important to her.In a conversation full of hope and practical tips from their own

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S6 Ep21: Lucy on being diagnosed as a younger woman

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/12/05

Lucy Dawson was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 25. In this episode she talks to Laura about her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer as a younger woman, and having fertility preservation treatment as a result of her breast cancer diagnosis. They talk about the importance of sharing positive stories, pregnancy, and starting a family after breast cancer. They also talk about the importance of spreading awareness of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and having the confidence

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43:47

S6 Ep20: Caroline on talking with children about...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/11/21

Caroline Leek is the founder of Fruitfly Collective, which empowers people with a cancer diagnosis to navigate family life and to support their children. Caroline set up Fruitfly Collective to give the kind of support she wished she’d had when her own father died when she was 12 years old.In this episode, Caroline focuses on talking to children and teenagers about death and grief, and how to communicate with children about being diagnosed with incurable cancer. She talks about strategies for

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55:59

S6 Ep19: Rosamund and Alice on writing through the...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/11/07

In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Laura speaks to fellow authors and previous podcast guests, Rosamund Dean and Alice May Purkiss. They talk about writing, specifically how to put your own breast cancer experience into words. Laura talks to Rosamund and Alice about how they started writing and why they wanted to share their experience with others. They each discuss topics such as how writing affects their mental health, imposter syndrome and how anyone can be a writer. Both

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59:31

S6 Ep18: Dr Hajra on being newly diagnosed with...

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/10/24

Dr Hajra is a GP and aesthetic doctor who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2025, aged 37. In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Hajra talks to Laura about the shock of her recent diagnosis, the effects of the chemotherapy treatment she’s undergoing, and the treatment plan coming up, including a double mastectomy.Hajra also shares the differences in experiencing cancer as a doctor, compared with as a patient, and the surprising ways it’s affected her. She tells Laura about her BRCA

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59:33

S6 Ep17: Laura on founding Secondary Sisters

Breast Cancer Now ·

2025/10/10

Laura was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2016, aged 28. In this episode of the Breast Cancer Now podcast, Laura shares how she felt when she first received that diagnosis 9 years ago, and how it impacted her life. She goes on to talk about living her life to the full, and adjusting to an uncertain future.Later in the conversation, Laura talks about founding Secondary Sisters, an online community supporting people with secondary cancer. She also shares how it feels, after almost a

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