Did you know we can provide packs of our patient booklet and flyers to BC units across the UK free of charge? We also have a digital copy on our website. For more info pls follow the link 👇 https://t.co/jM0dp08UYc #mastectomy #patientinformation #livingwithoutreconstruction

Excited to be back at #ABSConference2025 Come and say hello and find out how we can support your patients

Why I’m not pretending I haven’t lost my breasts to cancer | Monica Dux

Some people opt for reconstruction after a mastectomy. Some don’t. Both are valid for the patient. @FlatFriends_UK @mastectomynet @abcdiagnosis @bccww @METUPUKorg @Make2ndsCount @BreastCancerNow @macmillancancer @monicadux @cahn_uk @SAHealthAction @ChineseWT @RomTravellerSW

Some opt to be flat after a mastectomy (single or double) or have a nipple tattoo, the option is entirely yours and what’s best for you. @FlatFriends_UK can also help along with @BreastCancerNow

This is the trouble with titularisation, pardon the pun, the seriousness of #BreastCancer. It’s not fluffy. You don’t really see the likes of #PenileCancer treated this way @abcdiagnosis @bccww @METUPUKorg @Make2ndsCount @FlatFriends_UK @BRCAUmbrella @BreastCancerNow

Ever felt like you’re the only one living flat? Or, ever wondered why a woman wouldn’t have breast reconstruction? Here’s a glimpse… https://t.co/lyMnY8AMjy #livingflat #flatclosure #mastectomy #ABSConference2024 @ABSGBI @NICEComms @NHSuk @BreastCancerNow @JuliaBradbury

We’re excited to announce the release of our short documentary, All Woman. Celebrating those who have undergone single or double mastectomy and are living flat, embracing their bodies as they are. https://t.co/lyMnY8AMjy #livingflat #flatclosure #mastectomy #ABSConference2024

The theme for International Women's Day 2024 is Inspire Inclusion. To find out what we’re doing to ensure informed choice, validate living flat, and establish equitable access to mastectomy, visit the R&D section of our website. #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion

When women are discriminated against, we must challenge it. When the treatment of women is not equitable, we must take action. When women are not enabled to make informed decisions about their health, we must call out poor practice.

Research from @drshelleypotter shows that women with #BreastCancer in one breast who opt to have both removed to give them a symmetrical, flat chest report satisfaction with their decision. https://t.co/uGHHq0BJSl @FlatFriends_UK #cancer #WomensHealth

We are open to welcoming trustees who are either part of Flat Friends, or who can relate to our purpose and mission. The role of Trustee can be as big or small as the time you have available. For more information please visit https://t.co/XUJBG4FyXI

We are seeking more trustees to help us achieve our ambitious goals. We are looking for trustees to take responsibility for social media/marketing, fundraising, and governance. These responsibilities could be overseen separately by three individuals, or combined…

Our board of trustees thank Gilly for her determination and all that she has achieved. Whilst Gilly leaves her role as a trustee, she will be taking on a new role for the charity doing what she does best: representing women living flat, promoting our aims, and inspiring others.

…our patient information booklet is handed out to women facing mastectomy in hundreds of breast care units and hospitals, and we are involved in the development of guidelines for double mastectomy being available as an alternative to reconstruction to achieve symmetry...

…Gilly was the founding Chair of Trustees when ‘Flat Friends’ became a registered charity. Our private Facebook group now supports around 3,000 women at any one time, regional face-to-face groups meet up across the UK and British Isles…

After 7 years as a trustee of Flat Friends, Gilly Cant is stepping down from this role with the charity. On 24th August 2014, Gilly set up a Facebook group for women living without breast reconstruction after mastectomy. Two years later …

Please remember, our Facebook page and group are open over the holidays if you need to reach out. Our incredible volunteers will be picking up your Facebook messages to join our private group over the festive period.

May your Christmas be Merry and Bright, and filled with friendship and your favourite things. Thank you to all of our members, volunteers, supporters and followers for a fabulous 2023. See you in 2024 for our 10th Anniversary! 📷Margaret L featuring a piece by @christinecherry_

The lovely people at @wewearboost are offering an amazing 20% off and 10% donation to Flat Friends when you use code: flatfriendsuk Offer ends 31st October 2023 #wewearboost #boost #breastcancerawareness #BCAM2023 #livingflat #breastforms #mastectomy #breastprosthesis

This is Anne, #AllWoman is about spreading positive body images and highlighting the amazing women living flat and well after mastectomy without reconstruction. #flatfortnight #livingflat #mastectomy #BCAM2023 #breastcancerawareness