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 as older age, dense breasts, genetic mutations, previous treatment using radiation therapy, and a family history of breast cancer may increase your risk of getting breast cancer, according to the CDC. While the suggested age varies, the National Cancer Institute has found that women aged 50 to 69 years who get screening mammograms have a lower change of dying from breast cancer.

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Alcohol should have cancer warning label: US surgeon general
Top News
1 week, 5 days ago

Alcohol should have cancer warning label: US surgeon general

Deccan Chronicle  

The United States' top government doctor on Friday called for health warnings on alcoholic drinks to highlight that they cause cancer and urged a reassessment of daily consumption limits due to the risks.Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that the connection between alcohol and cancer has been known since the 1980s, with mounting evidence reinforcing the dangers. "Alcohol is a well-established, …

Alcohol should have cancer warning label: U.S. surgeon general
1 week, 5 days ago

Alcohol should have cancer warning label: U.S. surgeon general

Raw Story  

The United States' top government doctor on Friday called for health warnings on alcoholic drinks to highlight that they cause cancer and urged a reassessment of daily consumption limits due to the risks. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that the connection between alcohol and cancer has been known since the 1980s, with mounting evidence reinforcing the dangers. "Alcohol is a …

Why the U.S. surgeon general wants cancer warning labels on alcoholic drinks
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1 week, 6 days ago

Why the U.S. surgeon general wants cancer warning labels on alcoholic drinks

LA Times  

Alcoholic drinks are a leading cause of cancer and should carry a warning about that risk on their labels, the U.S. surgeon general said Friday. “Many lifestyle choices carry potential risks, and it is the federal government’s role to determine any proposed changes to the warning statements based on the entire body of scientific research.” The surgeon general’s advisory said …

Hormonal signals of breast cancer women must watch for, lifestyle changes to save lives
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Hormonal signals of breast cancer women must watch for, lifestyle changes to save lives

Hindustan Times  

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women globally. Detecting breast cancer early is crucial for successful treatment and understanding the body's signals like hormonal changes plays an important role in early detection. If the levels of these hormones go beyond these ranges, it is important to seek medical attention.” How can hormonal changes cause breast cancer? …

Top breast cancer expert reveals only diet change that guards against breast cancer...as disease continues to soar in under 50s
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Top breast cancer expert reveals only diet change that guards against breast cancer...as disease continues to soar in under 50s

Daily Mail  

It is the most common cancer in the UK — and cases are rising at an alarming rate. It's a simple lifestyle tweak, and it could reduce your risk of breast cancer by up to 60 per cent. It's been estimated that around one in 10 breast cancer cases are linked to alcohol, according to a report published in the …

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, …

Breast cancer detection : Life Kit : NPR
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Breast cancer detection : Life Kit : NPR

NPR  

A guide to breast cancer screening Enlarge this image ST.art/Getty Images ST.art/Getty Images October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual health campaign to promote screening and prevention of the disease. Anyone with breast tissue can get breast cancer, but some factors increase your risk. Some other risk factors include a family history of breast cancer, specific genetic mutations, dense …

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, …

Breast Cancer Awareness: The Importance of Early Detection
1 year, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness: The Importance of Early Detection

Deccan Chronicle  

Bangalore: Breast cancer is a significant global health concern that affects millions of women and, in some cases, men, every year. It is the most common cancer among women worldwide, with early detection playing a pivotal role in improving outcomes and saving lives. The importance of early detection for breast cancer cannot be overstated, as it empowers individuals with the …

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.” …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023: Know how genetic testing is helpful in early diagnosis of the disease
1 year, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023: Know how genetic testing is helpful in early diagnosis of the disease

India TV News  

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign held in the month of October to educate and raise awareness about breast cancer, as well as to support those who have been affected by this disease. The goal of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023 is to continue spreading awareness and knowledge about the importance of early detection and treatment, as well …

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 …

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: 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 …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe
2 years, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe

Hindustan Times  

India, surprisingly, witnesses one of the lowest survival rates due to late detection in breast cancer as mammography and ultrasound are taken lightly and the family of the patient avoids getting anything as such. Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe Do you know what is the simplest thing …

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 …

Pink Ribbon Month, Awareness is key
3 years, 2 months ago

Pink Ribbon Month, Awareness is key

Deccan Chronicle  

October is observed all over the world as the Pink Ribbon Month or Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Scary statistics According to the World Health Organisation, breast cancer results in the death of around 6.85 lakh women annually. Globocan quotes the latest available statistics for 2018 in India to show that breast cancer has overtaken cervical cancer to become the most …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home
3 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home

India TV News  

The month of October is observed as the Breast Cancer Awareness Month during which the people spread awareness about this type of cancer and how early diagnosis can help save life of patient. As self-examination is an important screening tool for women, it even keep the chances of getting them affected by breast cancer minimal. All women should regularly perform …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5-step self-examination guide you must follow
3 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5-step self-examination guide you must follow

Hindustan Times  

The number of breast cancer cases have been rising at an alarming rate across the globe. Breast Cancer Awareness Month Some common symptoms of breast cancer are painless lump in the breast or armpit, change in breast shape, dimpling in the breast skin, abnormal nipple discharge and nipple retraction or ulceration. As per International Agency for Research on Cancer, a …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 4 stages of breast cancer explained
3 years, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 4 stages of breast cancer explained

Hindustan Times  

Breast cancer has emerged as the commonest cancer in women. Cells may spread through the breast to lymph nodes or other parts of the body Ageing, longer menstrual history, family history of breast cancer, obesity especially after menopause, high fat diet, excess alcohol consumption, delayed first pregnancy and less breast feeding, prolonged hormone replacement therapy are some of the common …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Common breast cancer myths busted
3 years, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Common breast cancer myths busted

Hindustan Times  

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and its motive is to spread awareness around the impact of breast cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed in October Breast cancer occurs when some breast cells begin to grow abnormally and divide more rapidly than healthy cells do and continue to accumulate, forming a lump. "As per our observations, the survival rate …

Breast Cancer Month: With early detection now possible, awareness will decide the outcome
4 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Month: With early detection now possible, awareness will decide the outcome

Firstpost  

Breast cancer affects around 2.1 million women per year, with over 1.6 lakh new cases reported each year in India. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in India, according to the National Health Portal. In 2018, India reported 87,090 breast cancer-related deaths among women and has become a major health concern across Indian cities. Despite breast cancer …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Can Estrogen Increase Breast Cancer Risk?
4 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Can Estrogen Increase Breast Cancer Risk?

News 18  

The month of October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Unavoidable factors or internal issues: · Age: Most breast cancers are diagnosed post the age of 50 · Genetic condition/mutation · History of cancer in the immediate family · Radiation therapy in the past for cancer/other treatments Avoidable factors or external issues: · A static lifestyle with little to …

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: 12 different types of breast cancer - Part 2
5 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 12 different types of breast cancer - Part 2

Firstpost  

Invasive breast cancers begin in the milk ducts or the milk glands and spread to the surrounding breast tissue. Read on to know more: Tubular breast cancer A rare but invasive cancer, it begins inside the milk ducts and spreads to the surrounding tissues. Inflammatory breast cancer Inflammatory breast cancer is a highly aggressive type of breast cancer that progresses …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 12 different types of breast cancer - Part 1
5 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 12 different types of breast cancer - Part 1

Firstpost  

October is breast cancer awareness month. Medullary breast cancer A rare but invasive type of cancer that begins in the milk ducts, it is so named because the affected tissues look soft and fleshy like the medulla in the brain. Medullary breast cancer accounts for only 3-5% of the total breast cancer cases and mostly affects women in their 40s …

Morbid obesity and alcohol drinking habit may increase risk of cancer in women; Find out
5 years, 9 months ago

Morbid obesity and alcohol drinking habit may increase risk of cancer in women; Find out

India TV News  

Morbid obesity plus a habit of enjoying an alcoholic drink every day may increase the risk of cancer. Over the next decade, drinking alcohol will lead to 13 per cent increase in breast cancer cases in pre-menopausal women and six per cent in post-menopausal breast cancers. Together, these modifiable risk factors, regular alcohol consumption, and excessive weight gain, will be …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fashion and beauty products you can buy to show support
6 years, 3 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fashion and beauty products you can buy to show support

The Independent  

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