2019 SPARC Metastatic Breast Cancer Challenge – One-pager

Over half a million people died from breast cancer worldwide in 2018, making it the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. When left too late or left undiagnosed or untreated altogether, breast cancer can become metastatic, spreading to other parts of the body such as the lungs, brain, liver and bones. Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) represents the most advanced stage of breast cancer, with no current cure. However, in many cases, treatment can provide an opportunity to potentially prolong survival and preserve the quality of a patient’s life.