Guernsey’s Breast Cancer Charity since 2001
Est. 2001, we are Guernsey’s Breast Cancer Charity, raising awareness for the early detection of breast cancer, and offering support to anyone affected in the Bailiwick.
Checking yourself is easy and could make all the difference. Early detection saves lives.
Founded in 2001 by a group of women supporting each other through their breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, the Pink Ladies Charity is dedicated to raising awareness, encouraging self-checks, and offering a variety of support options to anyone affected by breast cancer in the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
Awareness
Education
Early detection
Support
“My breast cancer had been growing for 18 months when I was diagnosed. If I had checked regularly, my outcome would have been far better”
~ Gemma, 42, diagnosed July 2024 with Advance Breast Cancer, stage 3. Read her story here
Supporting you
Since being founded in 2001, the incredible generosity of the Bailiwick community has raised nearly a million pounds, a clear testament to the compassion that exists among us. This vital support enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer. By driving awareness for early detection, and supporting those affected.
In the Community
Playing an active role in our island community is really important to us. Whether it’s events, support groups, or suggesting all kinds of resources to navigate a breast cancer diagnosis, we want to be there for anyone affected. Feeling isolated and alone is really common, our aim is to create a safe space for people to connect.
Raising Awareness
We want to help as many people as we can to recognise anything unusual as early as possible and do something about it. Early detection is fundamental to increasing the number of successful outcomes. Educating on the signs and symptoms and encouraging regular self checks is our goal. Breast cancer is most treatable in its initial stages so being confident in knowing what to look for and how to do it, empowers us all to get medical advice promptly.
How well do you know your body?
Try to do self-checks every month; it’s a great way to get to know your body so you can pick up any changes fast.
Breast Cancer doesn’t have an age…
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Gemma's story
Age 42, stage 3 Invasive Ductal Cancer
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Krista's story
Age 36, stage 2/3, Triple Positive Breast Cancer
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Jenna's story
Age 36, stage 2, hormone positive Breast Cancer
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Deirdre's story
Age 56, stage 2 Breast Cancer
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Vikki's story
Age 32, BRCA gene, Tripple Negative Breast Cancer
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Rosie's story
Age 23, hormone negative and HER2 positive breast cancer
FAQs
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Item descriptionBreast cancer is one of the most common female cancer types in the Bailiwick of Guemrsye and the UK. The risk of developing it is increases as you get older but with Guernsey and the UK, there are an alarming number of under 45’s being diagnosed. When was the last time you checked your chest? If in doubt, check it out.
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Your breast screening appointment will usually be within 1-2 weeks of your GP referral. GPs should put a rush on it if they have an serious concerns.
Results will be posted to you and your GP within 3-4 weeks unless and urgent call is needed.
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The Breast Clinic will store your mammograms for at least 8 years. Your data may be shared with other teams of the service and may be used for service improvement, research and education and training. Your information will be processed fairly and lawfully and in line with the Data Protection (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2017.
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Check with your provider to make sure cancer is covered. If it is, going private will speed up everything. Less waiting and worrying, and faster action on anything that does need treating.
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Financial support will depend on your situation but there are lots of resources available to you, including:
SOG off island travel team
Cancer relief Guernsey
Pink Ladies
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Chatting to friends and family is really important but it is a different relationship chatting to people going through breast cancer now or recently have. Register your interest here in joining a private WhatsApp group or to meeting for a coffee now and then. Don’t worry if you change your mind, we understand its a difficult time and you need to do what’s right for you.
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Children are very resilient and respond much better to hearing the truth. There are a few amazing support routes that we would highly recommend…
Speak to their school. It’s likely they will have measures in place to support your child emotionally and practically whilst at school.
The Youth Commission run a group called the Navigators. These events bring families together to understand the resources available for their children and for them.
If your child is having trouble managing their emotions, there is a 8 week programme called Indigo available to 8-11 year olds.
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We are dedicated to providing not just financial assistance, but also emotional support and essential resources. From funding state-of-the-art equipment for the breast unit to offering thoughtful gifts and direct financial aid for patients, our initiatives are designed to uplift and support individuals during their journey. Together, we strive to create a warm and supportive environment where no one has to face breast cancer alone.
A note on terms we use:
Breast cancer can affect anybody, which is why we may alternate the term to be actively inclusive in our language. The word ‘chest’ is inclusive of all bodies and genders, when we need to be clinically accurate we will use the word ‘breast’, and you may also see ‘boobs’ used in our communications.