Breast Cancer Awareness: The Importance of Early Detection
1 year, 1 month 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 knowledge and resources necessary to combat this disease effectively. Early Detection Methods Self-Exams: Regular breast self-exams are an essential part of early detection. Genetic Testing: For individuals with a family history of breast cancer, genetic testing can help identify specific mutations that increase the risk.

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Breast Cancer: Unveiling the Early Warning Signs You Should Know About
1 month, 3 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
1 month, 3 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 …

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

Low take-up of breast screening ‘led to 30,000 missed cancer diagnoses’
2 months, 1 week ago

Low take-up of breast screening ‘led to 30,000 missed cancer diagnoses’

The Telegraph  

Claire Rowney, chief executive at Breast Cancer Now, said: “The stark reality is that thousands of women miss having their breast cancer detected each year. “There’s no time to waste to save more lives from breast cancer.” The NHS data show that last year alone, breast screening services detected cancers in 18,942 women across England, which otherwise may not have …

Experts stress need for early detection and prevention of cancer
3 months, 1 week ago

Experts stress need for early detection and prevention of cancer

The Hindu  

At a webinar held as a part of The Hindu Wellness Series on Sunday, doctors discussed the importance of early detection and prevention of cancer. Doctors from Naruvi Hospitals, Vellore — T. Allwyn Yabesh, senior consultant and consultants Rahul Krishnan, and G. Sindhu — were the panellists for the webinar on ‘Cancer : Prevention and Early Detection’. “Screening is a …

Contribution to early detection of breast cancer
1 year, 1 month ago

Contribution to early detection of breast cancer

Hindustan Times  

Screening for breast cancer is an important public health initiative aimed at the early detection of breast cancer. The use of mammography as a screening tool will be pivotal in reducing breast cancer mortality rates and significantly benefit public health as a whole as prognosis of breast care detected early is very good. Breast cancer awareness and education are integral …

Medical Checkups To Creating Awareness, 5 Expert-backed Tips To Detect Breast Cancer Early
1 year, 1 month ago

Medical Checkups To Creating Awareness, 5 Expert-backed Tips To Detect Breast Cancer Early

News 18  

There has been an increase in cases of breast cancer in the last few decades in India. According to Dr Sunita Chauhan, women should get themselves tested for breast cancer after the age of 40. According to the doctor, detection in the early stages is necessary for the timely treatment of breast cancer. Early diagnosis of the disease aims to …

Early detection can help cure breast cancer, says expert
1 year, 2 months ago

Early detection can help cure breast cancer, says expert

The Hindu  

Around 10 lakh women die of breast cancer in India every year, Roots Health Foundation chairman Dr. P. Vijay Bhaskar has said, adding that early detection can ensure a cure. The Roots Health Foundation, in association with South Central Railway, launched ‘Pink Ribbon Campaign’ on October 8 as part of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. …

Experts on what are the warning signs to reduce breast cancer
1 year, 4 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 …

How to Self-examine for Symptoms of Breast Cancer
2 years, 1 month 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 …

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

Early detection can curb cancer cases, say experts
2 years, 7 months ago

Early detection can curb cancer cases, say experts

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: With cancer cases on the rise in India, the best way to counter the disease is for the government to focus on preventive measures and to highlight the adverse effects of tobacco in school curriculums, opined two experts on the subject. According to another new report, cancer cases in the country increased at an average annual rate of 1.1-2 …

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 …

Do not ignore early signs of breast cancer amidst the COVID-19 crisis
4 years, 2 months ago

Do not ignore early signs of breast cancer amidst the COVID-19 crisis

India TV News  

As COVID-19 continues to burden healthcare systems around the globe, we cannot ignore its impact on non-COVID patients. The treatment of diseases like breast cancer that largely depends on early diagnosis of its symptoms have clearly taken a backseat. Therefore, in a country where for every 2 women newly diagnosed with breast cancer, one woman dies of it in India; …

How to be breast aware?
4 years, 2 months ago

How to be breast aware?

The Hindu  

With over 1,62,000 cases reported each year, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in our country. While we cannot pinpoint a reason for developing the disease, it can be controlled to a great extent by being breast aware,” says Dr P Raghu Ram, director of KIMS – Ushalakshmi Centre for Breast Diseases, Hyderabad and president of The …

8 Early Signs of Breast Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore
4 years, 3 months ago

8 Early Signs of Breast Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore

News 18  

Breast cancer, though one of the most treatable forms of the disease if caught early, is one of the biggest women’s health concerns in India and the world. How to do a regular breast self-exam Doing a regular breast self-exam is the next step of understanding your normal breast condition and recognising early signs of cancer in case they appear. …

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