News Archive—Obituaries

Dr Mary Buchanan

15 September 2026

The Cancer community has lost a remarkable leader. Dr Mary Buchanan, co‑founder of Europa Donna, passed away on 18 June 2026. Dr Buchanan devoted over thirty years to advancing breast cancer prevention, education, screening, and patient advocacy.... Read more

15 Sep 2026

OBITUARY: Mr Brian Kelly

19 August 2024

The BASO and BASO Trainees Council is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr Brian Kelly on 9th August 2024. Brian was a dedicated member of the BASO and served as BASO Trainees Group President from 2017 to 2018, making invaluable... Read more

19 Aug 2024

Obituary: Professor Ian Burn

22 April 2024

BASO Council is saddened to announce that Professor Ian Burn passed away on 3rd April 2024. He was one of the founding members of BASO and a former President of BASO (1981-1983), President of ESSO from (1986-1989) and the inaugural President of... Read more

22 Apr 2024