Cancer cells can thrive in stiff breast tissue
In a recent study, researchers from the University of Notre Dame find that stiffer breast tissue creates an environment more prone to cancer
Stiffer tissue...
How breast tissue affects breast cancer risk
Recent research has shown that breast tissue contributes to older women’s higher risk of developing breast cancer.
The study involves researchers from Norway, Switzerland, and...
Eating more fruit and vegetables may reduce breast cancer risk
A new Harvard study shows that women who eat a high amount of fruits and vegetables each day may have a lower risk of...
Women with dense breast tissue may have higher breast cancer risk
In a recent study, researchers show that women with dense breast tissue have higher recall and biopsy rates and increased odds of screen-detected and...
How early supper may lower your cancer risk
In a recent study, researchers find that having an early supper or finishing dinner at least two hours before going to bed are linked...
Most women with common breast cancer can skip chemotherapy
In a recent study, researchers find that a 21-gene test performed on tumors could enable most patients with the most common type of early...
How to prevent breast cancer in daily life
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States.
Research shows that about 12.4% of American women will be diagnosed with breast...
5 things about breast implants you should know
When considering breast implants, woman have many questions to ask.
Typical questions are like:
Should I get breast implants? Are there alternatives? Will they need to...
Men can have breast cancer too
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death among Americans.
Recent research shows that at least 10% of cancers are caused by inherited mutations...
The time of first mammogram should be personalized
Mammography screening for breast cancer is widely available women in many countries.
It is an x-ray imaging method that can examine the breast for early...