Breast cancer
Knowledge is power
We are committed to transforming breast cancer care through innovative therapies and supporting patients in their journey with this disease.
Breast cancer rates are on the rise, but innovations hold promise
Cases of breast cancer, including metastatic breast cancer (mBC), continue to go up, due in part to a growing and aging population and more effective screening. But, thanks to advances in early screening and innovative therapies, people with breast cancer are living longer.
- 40
is the age when women should start breast cancer screening - 30+
new breast cancer treatments approved for use since 2010 - Approximately
517,900
breast cancer deaths averted since 1989 thanks to advances in treatment and earlier detection - More than
4 million
breast cancer survivors in the U.S. today
Importance of early detection
Breast cancer screening saves lives
If breast cancer is found early, when it’s small and has not spread, it may be easier to treat successfully. Learn about screening.
Biomarkers are key to targeted treatment
Biomarkers are specific genes or proteins that help doctors diagnose and may help more accurately treat cancer.
The future of cancer research starts here
We're advancing research in breast cancer every day—because our vision for tomorrow can’t wait.
A call for change to improve health equity
We are working to overcome health inequities
Factors such as race, income, and location amplify breast cancer disparities.
Source: NIH
Black women are 41% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women.
Source: American Cancer Society
Hispanic women face higher risks of early onset and aggressive breast cancer.
Source: Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Expanding access, empowering lives
Uniting to improve cancer outcomes
We are working with the American Cancer Society to increase access to cancer screenings and care in medically underserved areas across the U.S.
Join the fight against Black Breast Cancer
Pfizer collaborates with Touch to educate, encourage, and empower Black women to take action against breast cancer.
Serving the needs of young women
Pfizer is a national sponsor of Tigerlily Foundation and its mission to serve young women with breast cancer.
Sharing stories and perspectives
SHARE is a 47-year-old survivor-led organization that provides support, information, and resources nationwide.
Promoting a better tomorrow
Día de la Mujer Latina is on a mission to promote healthy behaviors within underserved Latino communities.
Sharing strength & support
Katrina Johnson, Director of Advocacy & Professional Relations at Pfizer, is a mom, daughter, sister, yogi, colleague, and three-time breast cancer survivor and advocate. She shares how her cancer care was powered by everyone around her.
Resources & community
Susan G. Komen
Funding research, education, screening, and treatment to help eradicate breast cancer.
Project Life MBC
An online home for metastatic breast cancer patients and their loved ones designed to support wellness.
BreastCancer.Org
A resource for clear, reliable, accurate, and up-to-date breast cancer information and community support.
Triage Cancer
We partner with Triage Cancer to provide free education on legal and practical issues after a cancer diagnosis.