Breast Cancer Now Scotland

Scotland’s political leaders proved they’re pretty in pink as they took part in Breast Cancer Now’s annual wear it pink event in the Scottish Parliament!
Politicians united to encourage Scots to dig out their pink glad rags in support of Breast Cancer Now’s national wear it pink fundraiser, coming up on Friday 19 October.
wear it pink is back for its 17th year and has so far raised over £31 million for Breast Cancer Now’s vital breast cancer research.
... Hundreds of Scottish supporters have already signed-up to hold events in their communities, schools and workplaces, will you join them?
To take part in wear it pink this October, visit wearitpink.org/signup-msp for further details, fundraising ideas and to register for your free fundraising pack.
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If you love to dance then join Dance Ranch Fife’s Pink Party on Friday 5th October, from 7:30pm at Overton Mains Community Centre in Kirkcaldy!
Dance Ranch Fife is raising funds for Breast Cancer Now with a fun-filled evening that includes a raffle, Irish bingo and of course lots of dancing!
Tickets are priced at £5 for dancers and £2 for non dancers.
... For more information visit; https://www.facebook.com/events/217587775 5986273/
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Huge thanks to four of our fantastic supporters – Tracy MacInnes, Angela Roxburgh, Rachel Campbell and Brenda Milne – who have raised an amazing £2,030 for Breast Cancer Now!
The four friends from Pitmedden raised the money through hosting a race night and disco, and they also took part in a Half Full Monty.
You can read all about their brilliant fundraiser in the Ellon Times: https://www.ellontimes.co.uk/…/pitmedde n-mums-raise-2k-for-…
... Thank you very much from everyone at Breast Cancer Now.
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Have you taken the drug Perjeta as a neoadjuvant (before surgery) treatment? Your experience could help shape our response to the assessment of this treatment in Scotland.
The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) is currently appraising the drug Perjeta, also known as pertuzumab in combination with trastuzumab (Herceptin) and chemotherapy for treatment before surgery. This is for patients with HER2 positive, locally advanced, inflammatory or early stage breast cancer at high... risk of recurrence.
We want to hear from people who have received Perjeta for neoadjuvant treatment, to help shape what we say to the SMC about this drug.
If you can help, please get in touch with us and tell us your story ▸ http://bit.ly/2D1Ze2n
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📰 The Scottish Government has released a statement today about a failure to send final breast screening invitations to 1,761 women. Here's what to do if you think you’ve been affected ▸ http://bit.ly/2xeIqz3

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, we're holding a national bucket collection at 50 Asda stores, in partnership with Tickled Pink. Can you spare a few hours on Saturday 6 or Sunday 7 October to help us make life-saving breast cancer research happen? ▸ http://bit.ly/2MvckJN

📰 PERJETA NOW UPDATE!
Today marks a big milestone for our Perjeta Now campaign. Drug manufacturer Roche has resubmitted now Perjeta to the Scottish Medicines Consortium for use on Scotland's NHS.
Fiona Hazell, Director of Policy and Engagement at Breast Cancer Now, said: “The resubmission of Perjeta is a promising step forward for patients and a really significant milestone for our Perjeta Now campaign. But the campaign is far from finished. It is totally unacceptable that S...cottish women with HER 2-positive incurable breast cancer still cannot routinely access this drug, despite it being available in other parts of the UK."
We're nearly there but we still need your help. We must now convince the SMC that Perjeta should be available to women in Scotland on the NHS - as it is in England and Wales.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already signed our petition - please do continue to help us and share this post! If you haven't already done so then please sign our petition today. Your signature will make a big difference to women who need this life-changing drug.
➡️ Join the campaign - http://action.breastcancernow.org/page/23 980/petition/1…
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We're still looking for media and social media case studies to help us make life-changing drug Perjeta available in Scotland.
Can you help us? Tell us your story at: http://breastcancernow.org/about-us/tell- us-your-story

Will you join Jen?
Over 8,800 people have signed our Perjeta Now petition and we’ve convinced drug company Roche to make a fresh application to the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC). But we now need to make sure that all sides reach a deal quickly.
... Real-life stories are so powerful and it’s what our campaign needs to end this injustice once and for all.
We’re looking for women, and their families, to talk about what gaining access to perjeta would mean to them or a loved one. Like campaigner Jen, your story might be shared on social media, or it could be in the media.
There’s no obligation, if you would like to find out more please comment below or complete this short form: http://breastcancernow.org/about-us/tell- us-your-story
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Thank you to everyone who applied for the role of #ActWELL Volunteer Telephone Lifestyle Coach.
Recruitment for this post is now closed and applications are being processed. If you have applied, then we will be in contact with you shortly.

CLOSING DATE:
Don't miss out on the opportunity to join Breast Cancer Now in Scotland!
Applications for the role of Policy and Campaigns Manager, based in Edinburgh, will close tomorrow (11.59pm on Sunday 22 July)
... This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering our UK influencing programme, working to achieve our vision that by 2050 everyone who develops breast cancer will live – and live well.
We're looking for someone with solid experience of developing and delivering policy and influencing strategies; project and event management experience; good political instinct and excellent communication skills.
If this sounds like you then apply today at https://recruitment.breastcancernow.org/V acancyDetails.aspx…
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 1 August 2018.
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Last chance to apply to volunteer as an ActWELL telephone lifestyle coach!
Applications will close at 1pm TODAY (Friday 20 July). To volunteer for this exciting new role visit https://bit.ly/2zWePig

VOLUNTEERING DEADLINE
Applications for ActWELL volunteer telephone lifestyle coaches will close this week (Friday 20 July).
Don't miss out on the exciting opportunity to be a part of this £1 million scheme which has the potential to significantly reduce breast cancer risk in Scotland.
... To find out more or to apply visit: http://breastcancernow.org/…/actwell-vo lunteer-lifestyle-co…
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We have some stunning new artwork on our office wall, featuring two of our amazing and courageous supporters - Elizabeth and Fiona.
Thank you to Mhairi Bell-Moodie Photography for giving Breast Cancer Now the opportunity to be involved in such a powerful project. #NeverthelessShePersisted.

We’re recruiting for a dynamic and experienced Policy and Campaigns Manager to join Breast Cancer Now, working from our Edinburgh office.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering our UK influencing programme, working to achieve our vision that by 2050 everyone who develops breast cancer will live – and live well.
The successful candidate will lead our policy and campaigns work in Scotland, engaging people affected by breast cancer to ensure our... work represents those affected by the disease.
So, if you have solid experience of developing and delivering policy and influencing strategies; project and event management experience; good political instinct and excellent communication skills then we’d love to hear from you!
For more information or to apply visit: https://recruitment.breastcancernow.org/V acancyDetails.aspx…
Applications will close at 11.59pm on Sunday 22 July 2018 and interviews will take place on Wednesday 1 August 2018.
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The Oldmeldrum Breast Cancer Now fundraising group has been very busy supporting our vital research!
The group held a fundraising event at Meldrum Sports and Highland Games. They decorated a large marquee for a dinner dance. The event included an auction, with the chance to win lots of brilliant prizes, including GHD straighteners.
The event raised over £3,220 for Breast Cancer Now.
... We would like to say a big thank you to the Oldmeldrum Breast Cancer Now fundraising group and to everyone who supported us on the night.
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We're recruiting volunteers to train as telephone lifestyle coaches for one of the most important public health trials currently underway in Scotland.
ActWELL is a lifestyle trial seeking to reduce a woman's risk of developing breast cancer by making sustainable lifestyle changes. The trial is focused on providing support and advice on physical activity, diet and body weight to women aged over 50.
Women participating in the study have already received two face-to-face sessi...ons with an ActWELL lifestyle coach. Telephone lifestyle coaches will build on this progress and provide ongoing support to help women sustain their goals.
The role is open to people from all over Scotland however applicants must be able to travel to Dundee for a training day.
If you have experience in counselling or coaching and an interest in health and lifestyle then we would love to hear from you!
To volunteer as an ActWELL telephone lifestyle coach visit http://breastcancernow.org/…/actwell-vo lunteer-lifestyle-co….
Applications will close on 20 July 2018 and training will take place in Dundee on 31 July 2018.
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A big thank you to the Oldmeldrum Breast Cancer Now fundraising group who have raised over £2,500 for the charity from their royal wedding after party in May.
Party goers enjoyed an afternoon tea in Oldmeldrum Legion in celebration of the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
There was also a selection of 'wedding cakes' to enjoy while watching the newly-weds on a large screen at the front of the hall. The group also organised a prize for the best headpiece and a raf...fle too.
Thank you to everyone who organised or attended this fabulous event in support of Breast Cancer Now!
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