Welcome to the 16th Reach to Recovery International Breast Cancer Support Conference- the worldwide forum across Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa as well as North, Central and South America for breast cancer survivors, support organizations and health professionals to meet and address common goals.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, comprising 16% of all female cancers. The World Health Organization reports that, more than 500,000 women lost their lives in 2004 to breast cancer. Although breast cancer is thought to be a disease of the developed world, nearly 70% of all breast cancer deaths occur in developing countries. How to raise awareness among developing countries has become a global concern.

We are proud to announce that after 32 years, we finally have the opportunity to invite everyone to come to Asia. The 16th Reach to Recovery International Breast Cancer Support Conference will be convened in Taipei, Taiwan by the Formosa Cancer Foundation  and the Taiwan Breast Cancer Alliance and the Foundation of Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment. We warmly invite you, your fellow survivors, and colleagues to visit the beautiful island and to blend our Eastern/ Western experiences of breast cancer support together!