Breast cancer symptoms: Women unaware that breast density is an increased risk factor
1 year, 10 months ago

Breast cancer symptoms: Women unaware that breast density is an increased risk factor

The Independent  

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Breast cancer: 4 early signs that women in their 20s, 30s and 40s shouldn’t miss
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Breast cancer: 4 early signs that women in their 20s, 30s and 40s shouldn’t miss

Hindustan Times  

Breast cancer is commonly seen not only in women over 50 but in 20, 30s and 40s too. Breast cancer: 4 early signs that women in their 20s, 30s shouldn’t miss This is why it becomes essential to detect breast cancer at its early stage. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Mrunal Parab, surgical oncologist at TGH Onco Life …

Breast Cancer: Unveiling the Early Warning Signs You Should Know About
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Breast Cancer: Unveiling the Early Warning Signs You Should Know About

ABP News  

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world. Early detection is key to curing breast cancer. Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast or armpit, retraction of nipple, and nipple discharge. Women should see their doctor immediately if they experience these symptoms. There are various methods for early detection of breast cancer, including mammogram, ultrasound, …

Early Detection, Better Survival: The Power of Regular Breast Cancer Screening
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Early Detection, Better Survival: The Power of Regular Breast Cancer Screening

Deccan Chronicle  

The article discusses the importance of regular breast cancer screening in reducing the risk of death. It highlights the high incidence of breast cancer worldwide, with India having a lower incidence but still a significant number of cases. The article emphasizes the importance of early detection through regular mammograms, self-exams, and healthy lifestyle choices. It also provides information on recent …

Hidden factor that makes you six times more likely to get breast cancer: The common condition some women like Julia Bradbury have - and which means mammograms may not spot tumours
3 months, 1 week ago

Hidden factor that makes you six times more likely to get breast cancer: The common condition some women like Julia Bradbury have - and which means mammograms may not spot tumours

Daily Mail  

Excited about the Greek ­holiday she and her daughter were about to embark on, Deborah King’s thoughts were fixed on last-minute packing as she got out of the shower. Women with dense breasts are at an increased risk of developing breast cancer — research suggests they could be four to six times more at risk than those with low density, …

Hidden risk factor that makes women six times more likely to get breast cancer and which it's routine to warn about in the US. So why aren't YOU being told about it?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hidden risk factor that makes women six times more likely to get breast cancer and which it's routine to warn about in the US. So why aren't YOU being told about it?

Daily Mail  

It is a 'hidden' risk factor that can increase a woman's chances of developing breast cancer six-fold. As of this month, all women in the US having a mammogram – the type of X-ray used in breast cancer screening – will be informed about this specific risk: dense breasts. Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury, 54, has spent the past four years …

Mammograms will better explain what it means to have dense breasts
4 months ago

Mammograms will better explain what it means to have dense breasts

NPR  

Mammograms will better explain what it means to have dense breasts toggle caption Damian Dovarganes/AP Nearly half of women over 40 have what doctors consider dense breast tissue, which increases their risk of cancer, yet until now, few are told what their diagnosis might mean, or what they should do. Sponsor Message “We know through research that women with dense …

Breast cancer sufferers put in danger due to a major shortage of NHS staff who can deliver specialist scans, radiographers warn
5 months ago

Breast cancer sufferers put in danger due to a major shortage of NHS staff who can deliver specialist scans, radiographers warn

Daily Mail  

Breast cancer sufferers are being put in danger because of a major shortage of NHS staff who can deliver specialist scans. All women in England aged 50 to 71 are invited for breast screening every three years but they can also be referred for scans if cancer is suspected. Breast cancer sufferers are being put in danger because of a …

‘It killed my wife and then I got diagnosed – this deadly disease doesn’t discriminate’
5 months, 3 weeks ago

‘It killed my wife and then I got diagnosed – this deadly disease doesn’t discriminate’

The Independent  

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Breast cancer is becoming more common among under-50s — and free screening is a secret
8 months, 1 week ago

Breast cancer is becoming more common among under-50s — and free screening is a secret

ABC  

Around one in seven women in Australia will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. In a written statement, the American Cancer Society said it was a "critical change" for women's health and the fight against breast cancer. "Women in their 40s will benefit from mammography screening, and sending a strong message to referring physicians and women that breast cancer screening …

Olivia Munn and cancer: Screening tools save lives. They can also cause harm.
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Olivia Munn and cancer: Screening tools save lives. They can also cause harm.

Slate  

There are all sorts of tools that help us deal with our fear of cancer, like the breast cancer risk calculator that Olivia Munn says saved her life. Risk calculators—like this one from the National Cancer Institute, or this one from the Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium—allow a health care provider to estimate a woman’s breast cancer risk, based on age, …

Doctors Share Common Signs And Symptoms Of Breast Cancer To Look Out For
1 year, 2 months ago

Doctors Share Common Signs And Symptoms Of Breast Cancer To Look Out For

News 18  

Breast cancer is a growing concern globally and it can be classified into two types: asymptomatic breast cancer and symptomatic breast cancer. It is important to note that asymptomatic breast cancer is a condition where patients do not present any symptoms, and it can only be detected through routine screenings such as mammograms, sonograms, or CT scans. In other instances, …

Most women don’t know these four breast cancer warning signs
1 year, 2 months ago

Most women don’t know these four breast cancer warning signs

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. We have made great strides in detecting breast cancers in far earlier, more treatable stages.” …

Elizabeth Hurley issues reminder to women about getting mammograms
1 year, 3 months ago

Elizabeth Hurley issues reminder to women about getting mammograms

The Independent  

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New model could offer personalised breast cancer screening approach, say experts
1 year, 4 months ago

New model could offer personalised breast cancer screening approach, say experts

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Risk-based strategies could offer a better balance of benefits …

Experts on what are the warning signs to reduce breast cancer
1 year, 5 months ago

Experts on what are the warning signs to reduce breast cancer

Hindustan Times  

Breast cancer is a widespread concern among women, underscoring the importance of early detection for effective treatment as recognising the early signs and symptoms of breast cancer empowers women to prioritise their health and well-being. Experts on what are the warning signs to reduce breast cancer In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Kanury VS Rao, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific …

Most early-stage breast cancer patients will become long-term survivors – study
1 year, 7 months ago

Most early-stage breast cancer patients will become long-term survivors – study

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Most women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer can expect to become …

Breast density changes over time could be linked to breast cancer risk, study finds
1 year, 8 months ago

Breast density changes over time could be linked to breast cancer risk, study finds

CNN  

CNN — Breast density is known to naturally decrease as a woman ages, and now a study suggests that the more time it takes for breast density to decline, the more likely it is that the woman could develop breast cancer. “We know that invasive breast cancer is rarely diagnosed simultaneously in both breasts, thus it is not a surprise …

Any type of hormonal contraceptive may increase risk of breast cancer – study
1 year, 9 months ago

Any type of hormonal contraceptive may increase risk of breast cancer – study

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We’ve known for many years that combined oral contraceptives, which women have been using for …

US requires new info on breast density with all mammograms
1 year, 10 months ago

US requires new info on breast density with all mammograms

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — All U.S. women getting mammograms will soon receive information about their breast density, which can sometimes make cancer harder to spot. The new requirements, finalized Thursday by the Food and Drug Administration, are aimed at standardizing the information given to millions of women following scans to detect breast cancer. Under the new rules, women with dense breasts will …

FDA to require mammogram reports include breast density information
1 year, 10 months ago

FDA to require mammogram reports include breast density information

CNN  

CNN — Newly updated US Food and Drug Administration regulations will require mammography facilities to notify patients about the density of their breasts. Thirty-eight states mandate that women receive written notification about their breast density and its potential breast cancer risk after they have a mammogram; however, the language varies and does not always require providers to notify a patient …

World Cancer Day: 5 common reasons why women get breast cancer
1 year, 11 months ago

World Cancer Day: 5 common reasons why women get breast cancer

Hindustan Times  

While breast cancer can affect both the genders, women are at a greater risk of developing it as their breast cells are constantly exposed to the female hormones estrogen and progesterone made by her ovaries and over a longer period of time, this increases their risk of breast cancer. Breast cancer affects millions of women globally and there are some …

Breast cancer symptoms: What are the early signs you should look out for?
2 years ago

Breast cancer symptoms: What are the early signs you should look out for?

The Independent  

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Breast cancer: Pain, flaky skin to limps, know symptoms and causes
2 years, 2 months ago

Breast cancer: Pain, flaky skin to limps, know symptoms and causes

India TV News  

Breast cancer is one of the most common diseases among women in which the cancer forms in the cells of the breasts. To have a better understanding of the disease, it is necessary to know about the causes and symptoms- 1) Demographic Characteristics- Demographic predictors of breast cancer risk are age and race or ethnicity. 4) Lifestyle factors- Breast cancer …

Breast Cancer: How changes in lifestyle can reduce risk
2 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer: How changes in lifestyle can reduce risk

Firstpost  

In addition to using mammography and other acceptable measures to detect breast cancer, you can adjust a few aspects of your lifestyle to maintain good health and lower your risk of developing breast cancer Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the most frequent cause of cancer-related deaths in women worldwide. Although there is no evidence that leading …

How to Self-examine for Symptoms of Breast Cancer
2 years, 2 months ago

How to Self-examine for Symptoms of Breast Cancer

News 18  

Among all cancers that affect women, breast cancer is one of the most common. Mammograms are the most effective way to detect breast cancer early on, after self-examination. While some breast cancer patients show no symptoms at all, others display a range of symptoms. A lump in the breast or armpit is one of its additional symptoms, as are breast …

Common Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer Women Should Look Out For
2 years, 3 months ago

Common Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer Women Should Look Out For

News 18  

Breast cancer is one of the most common and dangerous diseases affecting women worldwide. To spread awareness about the disease, October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women, who have a history of breast cancer in their family, or have had a personal history of breast conditions such as lobular carcinoma in situ or atypical hyperplasia, are at an …

EXPLAINED | Signs of aggressive breast cancer in women
2 years, 3 months ago

EXPLAINED | Signs of aggressive breast cancer in women

India TV News  

Most women are unaware of the unusual symptoms of a particularly aggressive and deadly form of the disease known as inflammatory breast cancer, says a new US-based survey, which was conducted online among 1,100 US women ages 18 and older, revealed that while 4 in 5 women recognise a lump in the breast as a sign of breast cancer. Less …

Black and South Asian women least likely to check for breast cancer, research says
2 years, 3 months ago

Black and South Asian women least likely to check for breast cancer, research says

The Independent  

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As Sarah Beeny reveals breast cancer diagnosis, here are the signs you might not know
2 years, 4 months ago

As Sarah Beeny reveals breast cancer diagnosis, here are the signs you might not know

The Independent  

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DR ELLIE CANNON: Why isn't GP more concerned about the lump on my breast?
2 years, 5 months ago

DR ELLIE CANNON: Why isn't GP more concerned about the lump on my breast?

Daily Mail  

I have a painful lump on my breast, which a doctor told me is nothing to worry about because of where it is. When you first spot a lump on the breast, it is right to be concerned and head straight to the GP – most people know it can be a sign of cancer. Two years ago I had …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Managing, Risk Factor and Treatment
4 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Managing, Risk Factor and Treatment

News 18  

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer seen especially in women. October is celebrated as the Breast Cancer Awareness Month to educate, create awareness about the early detection, management and treatment about the disease among people. It is seen that breast cancer usually begins with cells in the milk-producing ducts or may also begin in the …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 3 ways to prevent and detect the deadly disease
5 years, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 3 ways to prevent and detect the deadly disease

CNN  

CNN — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an international campaign aimed at increasing awareness of the second most common cancer in women, with the goal of someday stopping it. Reduce your risk While risk factors like genetics and age cannot be avoided, you can take measures to lower your risk of breast cancer mainly by staying healthy. Factors such …

Male breast cancer screening in high-risk patients extremely successful, study says
5 years, 3 months ago

Male breast cancer screening in high-risk patients extremely successful, study says

CNN  

CNN — Mammograms are more effective at detecting breast cancer in high-risk men than in women who are at average risk of developing the disease, and could provide potentially lifesaving early detection of male breast cancer. “So we looked at this particular subgroup that underwent screening to see if it was.” Less dense breast tissue The study looked at men …

US to require breast density information after mammograms
5 years, 9 months ago

US to require breast density information after mammograms

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — All U.S. women getting mammograms would receive information about breast density, which can sometimes make cancer harder to spot, under a government proposal released Wednesday. The Food and Drug Administration’s proposed rules would standardize the information given to millions of women following scans to detect breast cancer. For those with dense breasts, the letter would note that their …

Breast cancer screening should be given to women in 30s to save thousands of lives, warn researchers
5 years, 11 months ago

Breast cancer screening should be given to women in 30s to save thousands of lives, warn researchers

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Younger women with a family history of breast cancer should receive …

One in four women don’t check for signs of breast cancer
5 years, 11 months ago

One in four women don’t check for signs of breast cancer

The Independent  

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Surgeon to the stars Dr Kristi Funk reveals secrets of keeping your breasts healthy for life
6 years, 6 months ago

Surgeon to the stars Dr Kristi Funk reveals secrets of keeping your breasts healthy for life

Daily Mail  

As a breast cancer surgeon, who has helped tens of thousands of women navigate breast health issues – including stars like Angelina Jolie and Sheryl Crow – I have seen that we can reduce our breast cancer risk in achievable and dramatic ways You have the power to change your body’s future. Because as a breast cancer surgeon, who has …

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