Breast Cancer

One high-dose radiation session may erase early breast cancer

A new study led by doctors at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that a single high dose of targeted radiation before surgery may...

Common heartburn and blood pressure drugs may affect breast cancer treatment

A major international study has raised concerns about how some common everyday medications might affect treatment outcomes for people with breast cancer. The research involved...

Pregnancy and breastfeeding help prevent breast cancer in women

A team of researchers has discovered how having children and breastfeeding can help lower a woman's long-term risk of breast cancer. The study, led by...

A promising drug can slow aggressive breast cancer

Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) have developed a new experimental drug that could bring hope to people with one of the...

How exercise can benefit women with advanced breast cancer

For many women living with advanced breast cancer, everyday activities can become more difficult over time. Fatigue, pain, and loss of muscle strength are common...

Existing drug may help prevent breast cancer in high-risk women

A new study from the University of Manchester has found that a drug already used for other health issues could help prevent breast cancer...

This 20-year cancer vaccine may increase survival in advanced breast cancer

Over 20 years ago, a small group of women with advanced breast cancer took part in a clinical trial. They were given an experimental...

New blood test helps choose best breast cancer treatment

Doctors may soon be able to help women with early-stage breast cancer avoid unnecessary and aggressive treatments, thanks to a new study from the...

New vaccine can block deadly skin, pancreatic, and breast cancers

A new study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst has found that a special nanoparticle-based vaccine can stop some of the deadliest cancers in...

These high-risk jobs may fuel hidden breast cancer

Many immigrant women working in the United States might be at risk of developing breast cancer because of chemicals they are exposed to at...