"Addressing Inequities in Breast Cancer Care: A Call to Action"

A major report concludes that one in four cases of breast cancer in the UK are preventable through lifestyle changes, with alcohol consumption and low breastfeeding rates being significant factors. The report urges bold policy actions to promote better lifestyles and highlights the need for supportive work environments for breastfeeding. It also suggests implementing smoking-style warnings on alcohol and minimum pricing. Additionally, obesity, hormone replacement therapy, and hormonal contraceptives are identified as contributing factors, emphasizing the importance of awareness and preventive measures in reducing the risk of breast cancer.