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What to do after diagnosis

Steps to take after knowing you have breast cancer.

Treatment

Types of breast cancer treatment and their possible side effects.

Post-treatment care

Ways to maintain your total well-being and keep cancer at bay.

Palliative care

Benefits of palliative care for patients with advanced breast cancer.

Caregiving

How to cope with the stress of caring for a patient and find the support you need.

Breast cancer risk

Main risk factors and how to protect yourself with regular breast examinations.

Programmes to support breast cancer patients, caregivers, and anyone who wants to take charge of their breast health.

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BCF Support Groups

Share how you feel and what you are going through with other breast cancer patients or caregivers in a private and encouraging environment.

BCF Befriender

Wish to talk to someone who’s been through it all? Chat with our volunteer befrienders.


From articles to podcasts—everything to help you learn more about breast cancer.

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Little Pink Book

A basic guide on what you need to know about breast cancer.

Adventure Jar Book

A beautifully illustrated storybook that helps families navigate difficult conversations with their children when a parent is sick.

What you need to know about mammograms

In this video series, we discuss why mammograms are important, and dispel myths around them.

Fun activities and awareness campaigns for breast cancer warriors, supporters, and more.

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Pink Ribbon Walk 2026

Join us on 24 October at Punggol Digital District for Pink Ribbon Walk 2026. Take part in the physical walk, enjoy our roadshow, or show your support through the Virtual Walk.

Tee For Pink Charity Golf 2026

Join us for a day of friendly competition and camaraderie on the greens, followed by an evening of good food and shared purpose. More importantly, your participation helps strengthen a more connected and supported breast cancer community.

Pink Partners

Support breast cancer awareness via our Pink Partners, featuring ongoing offers & partners dedicated to the cause.

See the many ways in which you can join us in supporting our local breast cancer community. 

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Volunteer with BCF

From big events to day-to-day operations, volunteers are crucial in offering emotional support to our breast cancer warriors. Find out how you can be their pillar of strength.

Support Us as a Corporate Partner

Whether through sponsorship or employee-giving, there are many ways for corporates to contribute to BCF.


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Symptoms of breast cancer

Learn to recognise the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and when to consult a healthcare professional.

Early stages of breast cancer

In early stages of breast cancer, there is usually no pain and there may be no symptoms at all. As the cancer grows, the following symptoms could appear:

A persistent lump or thickening in the breast or armpit area
A newly retracted (pulled in) nipple
Changes in the colour or skin of the breast, areola or nipple (eg. dimpling, puckering or scaling)
Changes in the colour or skin of the breast, areola or nipple (eg. dimpling, puckering or scaling)
Blood or discharge from the nipple
A change in the size or shape of the breast
A change in the size or shape of the breast

Consult a doctor if you notice any of the above changes

There are other breast conditions that might mimic the symptoms of breast cancer and so require further tests to diagnose. These include:

  • Cysts: Fluid-filled sacs more common in women aged 35 – 50
  • Fibroadenomas: Benign tumours made of glandular and fibrous tissue, common in younger women
  • Hyperplasia: A proliferation of cells in the lobes or ducts
  • Calcifications: Bits of calcium in the breast
  • Papillomas: Small growths that arise from the lining of the breast ducts and are often not more than 0.5-1.0cm in size
  • Phyllodes tumours: Tumours which tend to grow rapidly to a large size, sometimes up to 8-10cm in size
  • Infections of the breast: Lumps due to an infection are usually very painful and there will be skin changes such as redness and swelling over the lump

Of these, hyperplasia is believed to increase risk for breast cancer while clusters of tiny calcifications (microcalcifications) can be indications of pre-cancer or cancer.

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All the information provided on this website is correct at the time of edition and subject to revision without prior notice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material provided here is meant purely for educational purposes and may not be used as substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional if you have any questions related to your health or medical conditions.

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