Breast Cancer Advocacy | National Breast Cancer Coalition

The Latest from NBCC:

Public Policy

11/12/25

NBCC Statement on FDA Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Black Box Warning Removal

Advocacy

10/15/25

New Data Tool: How Will Your Community Be Affected If Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire?

Public Policy

11/07/25

In The Lever: “We’re Interested in Drugs that Work.”

Education

10/16/24

2026 Advocate Leadership Summit

Advocacy

Research

Education & Training

Public Policy

Did You Know?

3.8 Million

More than 3.8 million people in the US have a history of breast cancer.

$4 Billion

NBCC’s advocacy has resulted in more than $4 billion federal dollars for breast cancer research.

Nearly 25%

Breast cancer accounts for nearly a quarter of all cancers in women worldwide.

$300 Million More

The DOD BCRP was created as a result of NBCC’s “$300 Million More” campaign to increase federal funding for breast cancer research.

13 Minutes

Every 13 minutes, a woman dies of breast cancer.

40% Higher

Mortality from breast cancer among Black women is 40 percent higher compared with white women.

5-10%

Only 5-10 percent of breast cancers are hereditary.

From the lab to the clinic to the halls of congress, we are the voice of change focused on real world results.

We Challenge You To:

Become educated, speak up on behalf of women and men everywhere, and take action to end this disease.

Take Action:

Learn more about NBCC’s 2025 Legislative and Public Policy Priorities and how you can end breast cancer by messaging candidates and elected officials.