Improvements in early detection and treatment contributed to a 43 % decline in the breast cancer death rate from 1989 to 2020. This year, more than 297,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women and 2,000 cases in men.

NBCF's mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services.

According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Australia's leading national body funding game-changing breast cancer research with money raised entirely by the Australian public. Our mission is simple: stop deaths from breast cancer.

Cancer that's diagnosed at an early stage, when it isn't too large and hasn't spread, is more likely to be treated successfully. Spotting cancer at an early stage saves lives, so it is important to tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice anything that isn't normal for you.

Detecting cancer early can effectively reduce the mortality associated with cancer.

Screening can help to find breast cancers early when they are too small to see or feel. These cancers are usually easier to treat than larger ones. It is important to remember that screening will not prevent you from getting breast cancer but aims to find early breast cancers.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation funding world-class breast cancer research towards our vision of Zero Deaths from breast cancer. Since our inception in 1994, NBCF has invested over $200M into more than 600 world-class research projects across Australia.

Early diagnosis of cancer focuses on detecting symptomatic patients as early as possible so they have the best chance for successful treatment. When cancer care is delayed or inaccessible there is a lower chance of survival, greater problems associated with treatment and higher costs of care.

Cancer screening helps find cancer early before you have symptoms when it is easier to treat. Cancer screening helps find cancer before it spreads when it is easier to treat. Early detection may mean less treatment and less time spent recovering. The earlier a cancer is detected, the better your chance of survival.

We act responsibly, openly and honestly. And we're committed to maximising the impact of every dollar raised. We do what's right, what's fair, and what's best for the cause. So that we can bring better outcomes for those affected by breast cancer, sooner.

Janelle Hail In 1991, Janelle Hail founded the National Breast Cancer Foundation with the help of her husband and family. A breast cancer survivor herself, Janelle has made it her mission to educate other women about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.