Latest News
The latest news, updates and statements from the Association of Breast Surgery.
ABS statement on the role of the physician’s associate (PA) within the breast team
The ABS issued a statement on the role of PAs within the breast team on the 9th September 2024
Introduction to Breast Care Nursing Course: Mentors Required
Imminent changes to the RCS elogbook for breast procedures
Important information about changes to the RCS elogbook.
ABS Statement on Surgical Care Practitioners
Association of Breast Surgery’s response to concerns to SCPs performing independent surgery.
Information from the UKBCG about the release of PREDICT V3
MHRA updates to the Yellow Card Form
The MHRA collects reports of adverse incidents associated with medicines and medical devices via the Yellow Card scheme.
NHS England update on delayed referrals into the NHS BSP for some women at very high risk
NHS England recently advised breast screening services about the delayed referrals of some women who are eligible to be screened within the very high risk (VHR) NHS Breast Screening Programme.
Licensing of anastrozole for primary prevention of breast cancer
NHS England have provided the following information about licensing of anastrozole for primary prevention of breast cancer.
Statement with regards the Cosmetic Surgery Certification Scheme
