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This is a space for us to get real about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) with honest stories, information and resources. By exposing the unique realities of life with MBC, we can become stronger in the face of it.

The truth about MBC

The reality of life with MBC is made up of many different experiences for each person, from pain and love, to gains and loss, family and friendship. By sharing these experiences, we can find comfort and community.

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about MBC

If you’re here, you may have MBC, are caring for someone with MBC or simply know someone with MBC. By understanding the diagnosis, you can empower yourself and your loved ones.

Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC)

MBC is not a single disease or a single experience. Find information about topics such as subtypes and what makes it different from early-stage breast cancer.

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Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC)

TNBC is different from other breast cancers. Find information specific to TNBC.

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Have the conversation

Whether you are talking to a doctor or a loved one, the realities of life with MBC are often sensitive and always personal. It can be difficult to find the right words to bring up a topic that is important to you. Here are some resources that might help.

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New Resource for Families!

Support for families with MBC

We’ve created a book for our youngest family members to explore the challenging emotions that come with MBC and discover the magic – even when things aren’t perfect.

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Questions for your care team

Not sure where to start the conversation with your doctor? These questions might help.

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Talk about your experience

Starting conversations about MBC – especially the tough topics – with the people in your life is often daunting. These questions may help make communicating about life with MBC easier.

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