Consensus Report Urges Increased Support for the Metastatic Breast Cancer Community

The Metastatic Breast Cancer Advocacy Working Group, a cooperative of patient advocates from seven countries, released a consensus report urging other advocacy groups, health-care corporations and professionals, government, academia, community/religious organizations, and all other relevant breast cancer stakeholders worldwide to take action on three priority areas for women living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC):

• Improve access to tailored information, resources and support for women with MBC
• Heighten attention to the MBC community-create a unified voice and platform that speaks to their unique needs
• Increase understanding of and access to clinical trials.

“While there is no cure for MBC, women are living longer with metastatic disease than ever before, due in part to recent advances in treatment and supportive care,” said Dr. Marisa Weiss, Founder and President of Breastcancer.org, leading breast cancer oncologist and member of the MBC Advocacy Working Group. “It is now more critical than ever to address the complex emotional and medical needs of women dealing with metastatic disease through tailored resources and personalized support.”