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Two-Week Breast Cancer Test Predicts Recurrence, Personalizes Treatment
A new test, after two weeks of hormone therapy, identifies breast cancer patients (6% of 213 studied) whose Luminal B tumors don't change subtype, indicating a need for intensive treatment; this impacts around 200,000 ER-positive, HER2-positive breast cancer cases globally yearly.
Two-Week Breast Cancer Test Predicts Recurrence, Personalizes Treatment
A new test, after two weeks of hormone therapy, identifies breast cancer patients (6% of 213 studied) whose Luminal B tumors don't change subtype, indicating a need for intensive treatment; this impacts around 200,000 ER-positive, HER2-positive breast cancer cases globally yearly.
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36% Bias Score
German Mammography Screening Reduces Breast Cancer Deaths
A German study reveals that the national mammography screening program, introduced 20 years ago, significantly reduces breast cancer mortality and improves survival rates among women aged 50-75, with a recommendation to lower the minimum age to 45 based on further findings.
German Mammography Screening Reduces Breast Cancer Deaths
A German study reveals that the national mammography screening program, introduced 20 years ago, significantly reduces breast cancer mortality and improves survival rates among women aged 50-75, with a recommendation to lower the minimum age to 45 based on further findings.
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High Out-of-Pocket Costs for Follow-up Mammograms Affect Millions
Millions of women annually face unexpected hundreds-to-thousands-of-dollars bills for additional tests after mammograms, despite the Affordable Care Act's free screening mandate. This is due to insurance often not covering ultrasounds and MRIs needed for women with dense breasts, with some organizat...
High Out-of-Pocket Costs for Follow-up Mammograms Affect Millions
Millions of women annually face unexpected hundreds-to-thousands-of-dollars bills for additional tests after mammograms, despite the Affordable Care Act's free screening mandate. This is due to insurance often not covering ultrasounds and MRIs needed for women with dense breasts, with some organizat...
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Mother's Death Highlights Urgent Need for Earlier Breast Cancer Detection
32-year-old Lisa Foster from Hampshire died from stage four triple-negative ductal sarcoma after mistaking an early symptom for a gym injury, prompting a warning for women to seek medical attention for any breast changes and highlighting the need for earlier breast cancer screenings.
Mother's Death Highlights Urgent Need for Earlier Breast Cancer Detection
32-year-old Lisa Foster from Hampshire died from stage four triple-negative ductal sarcoma after mistaking an early symptom for a gym injury, prompting a warning for women to seek medical attention for any breast changes and highlighting the need for earlier breast cancer screenings.
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Rising Breast Cancer Rates in Young Women: A Call for Research
Rising breast cancer rates in young U.S. women (under 50) increased 1.4% annually (2012-2021), impacting all ethnic groups, particularly Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (+50% since 2000), with several young celebrities' recent diagnoses raising awareness; aggressive cancers in younger women re...
Rising Breast Cancer Rates in Young Women: A Call for Research
Rising breast cancer rates in young U.S. women (under 50) increased 1.4% annually (2012-2021), impacting all ethnic groups, particularly Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (+50% since 2000), with several young celebrities' recent diagnoses raising awareness; aggressive cancers in younger women re...
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Jessie J Announces Early-Stage Breast Cancer Diagnosis
British singer Jessie J announced her early-stage breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram two months after her diagnosis, revealing that she will undergo surgery after a June concert; annually, 4,500 women in Israel are diagnosed with breast cancer, and 900 die.
Jessie J Announces Early-Stage Breast Cancer Diagnosis
British singer Jessie J announced her early-stage breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram two months after her diagnosis, revealing that she will undergo surgery after a June concert; annually, 4,500 women in Israel are diagnosed with breast cancer, and 900 die.
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Congressional Women's Softball Game Raises Nearly $5 Million for Breast Cancer Charity
The annual Congressional Women's Softball Game in Washington, D.C., raised nearly $5 million for the Young Survival Coalition, uniting female members of Congress and media personalities in a non-partisan effort to support young adult breast cancer survivors.
Congressional Women's Softball Game Raises Nearly $5 Million for Breast Cancer Charity
The annual Congressional Women's Softball Game in Washington, D.C., raised nearly $5 million for the Young Survival Coalition, uniting female members of Congress and media personalities in a non-partisan effort to support young adult breast cancer survivors.
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German Breast Cancer: Treatment Advancements Drive High Survival Rates
In Germany, approximately 1 in 8 women develop breast cancer, a figure attributed to lifestyle, diet, and environmental factors; however, advancements in treatments like targeted antibodies and immunotherapies have led to 80–90% survival rates across all stages.
German Breast Cancer: Treatment Advancements Drive High Survival Rates
In Germany, approximately 1 in 8 women develop breast cancer, a figure attributed to lifestyle, diet, and environmental factors; however, advancements in treatments like targeted antibodies and immunotherapies have led to 80–90% survival rates across all stages.
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Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis Dies at 52
Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ and advocate known for her work on "Teen Summit" and outspokenness about her breast cancer battle, died at age 52; her sister confirmed the news.
Former MTV VJ Ananda Lewis Dies at 52
Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ and advocate known for her work on "Teen Summit" and outspokenness about her breast cancer battle, died at age 52; her sister confirmed the news.
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NSW Deputy Premier Prue Car Takes Leave After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
NSW Deputy Premier and Education Minister Prue Car, 43, will take indefinite leave after an early diagnosis of breast cancer; this is unrelated to her 2022 kidney cancer diagnosis; Courtney Houssos will act in her ministerial roles.
NSW Deputy Premier Prue Car Takes Leave After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
NSW Deputy Premier and Education Minister Prue Car, 43, will take indefinite leave after an early diagnosis of breast cancer; this is unrelated to her 2022 kidney cancer diagnosis; Courtney Houssos will act in her ministerial roles.
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Liquid Biopsy Shows Promise for Early Detection and Prevention of Breast Cancer Relapse
A new blood test, "liquid biopsy," detects breast cancer relapse earlier than traditional methods, allowing for preventive treatment with camizestrant, showing a 56% reduction in disease progression risk in a clinical trial involving 3000 patients.
Liquid Biopsy Shows Promise for Early Detection and Prevention of Breast Cancer Relapse
A new blood test, "liquid biopsy," detects breast cancer relapse earlier than traditional methods, allowing for preventive treatment with camizestrant, showing a 56% reduction in disease progression risk in a clinical trial involving 3000 patients.
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48% Bias Score
Jessie J Announces Early Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Singer Jessie J, 37, revealed an early breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram, planning surgery after a London performance later this month; she shared this to process her feelings and connect with others facing similar challenges, highlighting the importance of early detection and open communication.
Jessie J Announces Early Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Singer Jessie J, 37, revealed an early breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram, planning surgery after a London performance later this month; she shared this to process her feelings and connect with others facing similar challenges, highlighting the importance of early detection and open communication.
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28% Bias Score
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