UK trial tests five-day breast cancer radiotherapy
More than 1,000 people have joined a government-funded study at 39 UK hospitals, the government says.
Original report: Oct 30, 2026
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- The FAST-Forward Boost trial will test whether treatment can be shortened from three weeks to five days with an additional targeted dose.
The study is testing whether a shorter course can reduce hospital visits while helping prevent breast cancer from returning, according to the government.
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UK trial tests five-day breast cancer radiotherapy
- UK GovernmentGovernment steps up action on breast cancerSource: UK Government 2026 · Oct 30, 2026 (UTC)
More than 1,000 people have joined a government-funded study at 39 UK hospitals, the government says.
- UK GovernmentGovernment steps up action on breast cancerSource: UK Government 2026 · Oct 30, 2026 (UTC)
The FAST-Forward Boost trial will test whether treatment can be shortened from three weeks to five days with an additional targeted dose.
- UK GovernmentGovernment steps up action on breast cancerSource: UK Government 2026 · Oct 30, 2026 (UTC)
The study is testing whether a shorter course can reduce hospital visits while helping prevent breast cancer from returning, according to the government.
- UK GovernmentGovernment steps up action on breast cancerSource: UK Government 2026 · Oct 30, 2026 (UTC)
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