Breast cancer type study 'critically under-funded'
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- Lobular Moon Shot Project is calling for a £20 m research programme into lobular breast cancer biology, a disease that makes up 15 % of UK breast cancers.
- Downing Street hosted three vigils of 22 women each, highlighting that 22 women are diagnosed daily with lobular breast cancer in the UK.
- Government spokesperson said they met the project last week and are determined to back research that could transform patient outcomes.
- Dr Susan Michaelis was honoured at the vigils with a sing‑along of 'You’ll Never Walk Alone'.
- Katie Swinburne was diagnosed in 2023 with stage‑three lobular cancer after a clear mammogram, illustrating the disease’s hidden nature.
- Melissa Robinson also received a 2023 diagnosis after feeling a lump, emphasizing the shock many patients experience.
Why it matters: Patients with lobular breast cancer gain a £20 m research boost, while underfunded scientists lose resources; faster breakthroughs will lower mortality and reduce costly late‑stage treatments.
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