Anyone can be diagnosed with MBC, including young people. Most research considers a “young person” to be someone who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45 or younger. Compared to older women, young women with MBC may have unique tumor features, career considerations, and fertility and family concerns.
Visit the links below to learn about research efforts for young women with MBC.
Tumor Differences and Predicting Response to Treatment for Young Women with MBC
- Susan G. Komen: Dr. Kristen Brantley is investigating differences in MBC tumors in young vs. older women
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: The EMBRACE program, which is for people with MBC, has produced research results about differences between young and older people with MBC (see page 2)
Unique Concerns of Young Women with MBC
- Young Survival Coalition: A survey of young women living with MBC in 2013 identified concerns such as family issues, body image, and the importance of connecting with other young women with MBC
- Our MBC Life (podcast): This podcast discusses a research project to prevent breast cancer that occurs within 10 years of having a baby
MBC Clinical Trials
- Metastatic Trial Search: Trials for Young Women
Last Modified on April 1, 2025