Bröstcancerförbundet

Founded in 1982, Bröstcancerförbundet is a non-profit association based in Stockholm, Sweden working on health, medical research, mental health.

Bröstcancerförbundet is Sweden's only patient organisation focused solely on breast cancer. Founded in 1982 to coordinate and support local breast cancer associations, it works across the country through 34 local associations and over 13,000 members. The organisation offers advice, support, community and knowledge to people with breast cancer, their relatives and supporters. It funds breast cancer research, provides support and rehabilitation to those affected, and campaigns for improved breast cancer care and rehabilitation. It also runs fundraising initiatives such as the pink ribbon campaign and cooperates with sister organisations in the Nordic countries.