How close are the researchers, who are researching into different types of cancer, to finding a cure for breast cancer?

Question: How close are the researchers, who are researching into different types of cancer, to finding a cure for breast cancer?
- Keywords:
  breast cancer,
  cancer,
  close,
  cure
Asked by spongebob to Deborah, Euan, Maheen, Rob, Stu on 13 Jun 2016. This question was also asked by squidward.
- Maheen Siddiqui answered on 13 Jun 2016:
  
  That’s a tough question! Cancer research is a really active field and they are always making new discoveries and new therapies are coming out. There are newer therapies that are now available that can get rid of breast cancer but it depends on a lot of things! For example, what stage was the cancer in when it was detected, if its too far along it may have spread to other organs, if its early theres a better chance of getting rid of it! Different peoples bodies also respond differently!
- Deborah Prunty answered on 14 Jun 2016:
  
  That’s a tricky question. Lots of people are working hard to find a cure. The breakthrough discovery could happen any day. Once it is discovered it will have to be tested to make sure that it isn’t dangerous or have any unexpected side effects. This process can take many years.

Question: How close are the researchers, who are researching into different types of cancer, to finding a cure for breast cancer?