The National Breast Cancer Coalition

Member Webinar: Highlights From 2025 SABCS - National Breast Cancer Coalition On February 18, join NBCC and Dr. Brooke Wilson for a discussion of key clinical trials and research updates presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

NBCC members! Register for our February 18 webinar to learn about important clinical trials and research updates from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. This includes key themes and critical context to help interpret the science beyond the headlines. https://nbcc.info/3ZFPdz9

Let’s unite to end breast cancer. Register today and join advocates in action to end breast cancer and support our work at the #NBCCSummit! Nbcc.info/26Summit

Medicaid Expansion Associated With Fewer Breast Cancer Deaths - National Breast Cancer Coalition Access to quality health care saves lives—and new research demonstrates how crucial that access is for women with breast cancer.

A @jama.com study shows that women diagnosed w/breast cancer living in Medicaid expansion states experienced lower overall mortality rates. These findings reinforce NBCC's advocacy to expand access to affordable, quality evidence-based health care. www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/r...

For advocates like Tanya, the science she learned at Project LEAD helped her become a more empowered breast cancer advocate. Learn more about Project LEAD and apply to attend: nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Today, Congress passed the Defense Appropriations Bill, which includes $145M funding for the Department of Defense (DoD) Breast Cancer Research Program. Read why this program is crucial for breast cancer research here! https://nbcc.info/4rm4qkI

Find Tools to Take Action - National Breast Cancer Coalition https://www.stopbreastcancer.org

Breast cancer patients' lives depend on access to quality care. Urge your Senators to extend the enhanced premium tax credits now! nbcc.info/TakeAction

At Project LEAD, the premier science training program for breast cancer advocates, you prepare to engage in a wide range of local and national forums where breast cancer decisions are made. Join advocates like Beth and apply today! nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Breast Cancer Advocacy | Positions & Policies | NBCC Learn about National Breast Cancer Coalition's legislative and public policy priorities.

NBCC’s 2026 legislative and public policy priorities are up! From protecting and funding scientific research to protecting access to care, find out where NBCC and our advocates will be focusing our energy as we work to end breast cancer. Nbcc.info/PolicyPriorities

Member Webinar: Highlights From 2025 SABCS - National Breast Cancer Coalition On February 18, join NBCC and Dr. Brooke Wilson for a discussion of key clinical trials and research updates presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

Join us on February 18 as Dr. Brooke Wilson guides advocates through the most important clinical trials and research updates from last month’s @sabcs.bsky.social https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/events/member-webinar-highlights-from-2025-sabcs/

Find Tools to Take Action - National Breast Cancer Coalition

Earlier this month, the US House voted to extend the ACA tax credits for three years. To protect affordable health care for millions, the Senate must do the same without delay. contact your senators and demand they extend the ACA tax credits! https://nbcc.info/3LEmW96

Are you passionate about ending breast cancer? As NBCC advocate Rayna says, that’s a reason to attend the #NBCCSummit. Register for the Summit today! nbcc.info/26Summit

Breast Cancer Education | Understanding the Issues | NBCC All breast cancers are not the same, so it makes sense that treatments can no longer be one-size-fits all. However, once a treatment regimen is in place and becomes standard, it can take a long time to remove it from practice, even when scientific evide...

Breast cancer is a complex disease. That’s why NBCC breaks down the most complicated topics so you don’t have to. From subjects ranging to screening, drug approval, treatments, and more: We have you covered. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/information-center/understand-the-issues/

Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Improve Care for Americans with Late-Stage Breast Cancer WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its continued endorsement of the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act (H.R.2048), bipartisan legislation to eliminate waiting peri...

"Forcing patients battling a terminal illness to wait months or even years to access benefits and coverage they deserve is cruel and inefficient."

We agree! That's why we must pass the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act. https://nbcc.info/458zWdE

NBCC’s Project LEAD Graduate Spotlight: Brittany Lee - National Breast Cancer Coalition "Before Project LEAD, I had passion and lived experience. After Project LEAD, I had the language and tools to turn that into impact."

"Before Project LEAD, I had passion and lived experience. After Project LEAD, I had the language and tools to turn that into impact."

Join powerful advocates like Brittany by becoming a Project LEAD graduate. https://nbcc.info/3LtqRFB

New Data Show Lobular Breast Cancer Cases Are on the Rise - National Breast Cancer Coalition In the US, cases of invasive lobular breast cancer are rising faster than other breast cancers, a new American Cancer Society report finds.

Science Spotlight: As new data show lobular breast cancer cases are on the rise, we break down what that means in the breast cancer landscape. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/research/nbcc-science-spotlights/new-data-show-lobular-breast-cancer-cases-are-on-the-rise/

2026 Advocate Leadership Summit - National Breast Cancer Coalition Register to attend the National Breast Cancer Coalition's Annual Leadership Summit in Washington, DC in May 2025.

The 2026 NBCC Summit is a great way to develop your breast cancer advocacy skills and keep up the fight to end breast cancer. Join us—register today. Nbcc.info/26Summit

Breast cancer won’t wait. Neither can we. We refuse to let cuts and setbacks define the future of breast cancer. Make a difference! Join BOLD and become a monthly NBCC donor. Together, we’ll make sure that advocacy never stops. https://nbcc.info/BOLD

Breast cancer in crisis: During moments like these, we need to act to protect science, health care, and the policies and programs that will end breast cancer. Visit our action center and become an advocate for change. http://nbcc.info/TakeAction

"Knowledge is power."

Join advocates like Joy in becoming an empowered advocate, engaging with other members of the community by registering for the #NBCCSummit today! nbcc.info/26Summit

Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Improve Care for Americans with Late-Stage Breast Cancer WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its continued endorsement of the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act (H.R.2048), bipartisan legislation to eliminate waiting peri...

Today, the US House Problem Solvers Caucus endorsed the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act – a bill that would eliminate waiting periods for individuals with metastatic breast cancer. We thank you for working with NBCC to pass this important legislation! https://nbcc.info/458zWdE

NBCC's Project LEAD - National Breast Cancer Coalition Learn more about and apply to attend NBCC's Project LEAD, the premier science training for breast cancer advocates.

Are you ready to take a seat at the table where #breastcancer decisions are made? Get trained in the science of breast cancer-- apply to attend the 2026 Project LEAD Institute! https://nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Find Tools to Take Action - National Breast Cancer Coalition

Last week, the US House voted to advance legislation to extend the ACA tax credits. Without these tax credits, health insurance costs are already increasing and many could lose coverage. Urge your Senators to extend the enhanced premium tax credits now! https://nbcc.info/3KtJuJ0

Weigh in on NBCC's 2026 Legislative and Public Policy Priorities - National Breast Cancer Coalition We want to hear from you: What issues do you believe NBCC should take on as priorities for our grassroots advocacy?

What issues do you believe NBCC should take on as priorities for our grassroots advocacy? NBCC focuses on those priorities that will significantly impact the systems affecting breast cancer. We want to hear from you! Deadline for input is January 16. https://nbcc.info/4aCzXtV

In response to NBCC advocacy, Congress established the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program and has invested billions of federal dollars in lifesaving & transformative discoveries in breast cancer research. https://nbcc.info/48kSlGv

2026 Advocate Leadership Summit - National Breast Cancer Coalition Register to attend the National Breast Cancer Coalition's Annual Leadership Summit in Washington, DC in May 2025.

Our 2026 #NBCCSummit offers:
- Discussion sessions with top breast cancer researchers and advocates
- Skill-building
- Networking with scientists and patient advocates
Register today! Nbcc.info/26Summit

Find Tools to Take Action - National Breast Cancer Coalition

2/ What's next in order for this to pass? The Senate must follow suit and stand up for Americans’ access to health care by approving a clean three-year extension. Keep taking action and urge your Senators to extend the ACA tax credits! www.stopbreastcancer.org/what-we-do/p...

NBCC Applauds House Vote to Extend ACA Tax Credits - National Breast Cancer Coalition "The Senate must follow suit and stand up for Americans’ access to health care by approving a clean three-year extension."

1/ NBCC applauds the bipartisan House vote today to advance legislation to extend the ACA tax credits. Extending these credits will prevent millions of Americans from experiencing dramatically increased premiums, copays, and deductibles. Read our statement www.stopbreastcancer.org/nbcc-applaud...

Find Tools to Take Action - National Breast Cancer Coalition

Congress could vote soon on a deal to extend the ACA tax credits that recently expired. Without these credits, many will no longer be able to afford health insurance. Keep taking action! Urge Congress to extend the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits. https://nbcc.info/3KtJuJ0

Congress is poised to vote as early as tomorrow on a deal to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits that expired in December. TAKE ACTION! Contact your representative and senators now and urge them to extend the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits! https://nbcc.info/3KtJuJ0

“Thanks to my NBCC training, I’ve seen the power of constituent voices— real people impacted by breast cancer— in moving the needle.”

Read Meridith's story and get inspired to apply for Project LEAD. https://nbcc.info/49lS3xL