
We're here to support you!
We understand that facing reconstruction surgery due to breast cancer can be overwhelming, emotional and deeply personal. Whether you're newly diagnosed, at an increased hereditary risk or exploring options post diagnosis, years later - we're here to support you!
Whatever stage you're at, we're here to help you make informed decisions, find clarity and know you're not in this alone.

What is Breast Reconstruction?
Breast Reconstruction is surgery to recreate the shape of a natural breast after mastectomy.
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Keeping Abreast offers a network of dedicated support groups and online support across the UK.
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What Keeping Abreast does and how we do it. Find out more about us, our team and our resources.
Check out our "I have, I am, I will" video which captures the essence of what we do. In addition please watch our new Reconstruction Support Video which we were able to produce with thanks to Production Bureau, Norfolk Community Foundation and HM Government in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund.
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About Us
Keeping Abreast was established in September 2007 by patients Anna Beckingham and Beverley Birritteri and Breast Reconstruction nurse specialist Ruth Harcourt. They recognised a great need for women, both newly diagnosed with breast cancer and facing the possibility of mastectomy, and also women further down the line who are also considering reconstructive surgery, to be able to meet and talk to other women who have been through similar experiences. This allows women make an informed choice about whether or not to proceed with breast reconstruction.
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