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Moderate Weight Loss Reduces Risk of Breast Cancer Losing weight—even just a moderate amount—can significantly reduce the levels of circulating estrogen in the body, thereby reducing the risk of breast cancer, according to the results of a study published... read more Radiation to Chest for Childhood Cancer Increases Breast Cancer Risk Radiation therapy to the chest for the treatment of childhood cancer increases a girl’s risk of developing breast cancer at a young age, even if fairly low doses of radiation are given. read more Hormone Could Increase Risk of Breast Cancer, Diabetes, and Heart Attack in Women Blood levels of proneurotensin, a precursor of the satiation hormone neurotensin, are associated with the development of breast cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, according to the results of... read more   Women Who Quit Smoking Gain Extra Years of Life If you think it’s too late to make a difference, think again. It turns out that women can significantly reduce their risk of death by quitting smoking—and the earlier, the better. read more Should You Stop Sipping Sugary Drinks? Women who drink sugary soft drinks every day are 83 percent more likely to have an ischemic stroke than those who rarely drink sweetened beverages. read more Skin Care and Appearance The free Look Good . . . Feel Better program for teens was created especially for 13- to 17-year-olds who are facing cancer. read more Flu Facts Despite the best efforts of public health experts to educate the public, flu myths abound and it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. read more Toned Muscles May Help Prevent Diabetes There are a number of reasons to incorporate strength training into your fitness routine, including toned muscles, leaner appearance, improved strength, increased metabolism, reduced risk of osteoporosis—and now a reduced risk of insulin resistance and diabetes. read more The Truth About Trans Fats The supermarket aisles are filled with products labeled “zero trans fats”—and that might have been your first clue that you needed to take trans fats off the menu. read more Choose the Right Foods to Fight PMS When PMS sets in, it’s tempting to reach for the chocolate—but smart food choices could mean the difference between miserable cramps or a pain-free period. read more
Vegetables May Provide Breast Cancer Benefit In a combined analysis of previous studies, higher intake of vegetables was linked with a modestly reduced risk of estrogen receptor (ER)-negative breast cancer.  read more Copper Depletion May Reduce Spread of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer In a Phase II clinical trial, an anti-copper drug has shown promising results against triple-negative breast cancer. read more Dose-Dense R-CHOP plus Zevalin Improves Response in Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Dose-dense R-CHOP followed by Zevalin® (ibritumomab tiuxetan) converts partial responses to complete responses and maintains durable responses in patients with untreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma,... read more   Oncotype DX Predicts Outcome of Node-Positive Breast Cancer Among women with node-positive, estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, the Oncotype DX test provides information about expected recurrence risk and survival after treatment with chemotherapy and hormone... read more Surgery and Radiation for Prostate Cancer Produce Similar Functional Outcomes Men with localized prostate cancer experience declines in sexual, urinary, and bowel function over time, regardless of whether they choose surgery or radiation therapy, according to the results of a study... read more Sequential R-CHOP plus Zevalin Shows Promise in High-Risk Elderly Patients with Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Sequential R-CHOP followed by Zevalin® (ibritumomab tiuxetan) produces encouraging outcomes in high-risk elderly patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, according to the results of a study presented... read more Kadcyla Approved for HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Kadcyla™ (ado-trastuzumab emtansine, formerly known as T-DM1) for the treatment of HER2-positive, metastatic breast cancer that has been previously... read more Prognosis of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Varies By Age The prognosis of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) tends to be better among older women than among younger women, even though older women are less likely to receive aggressive treatment. read more Smoking Linked to Increased Risk of Breast Cancer Women who smoke—and especially those who started smoking prior to the birth of their first child—have an increased risk of breast cancer, according to the results of a study published in the Journal... read more
Web Chat: Picking the Cancer Treatment That Works Best for You Dr. David Sidransky from Johns Hopkins discusses current strategies to personalized treatment choices. He reviews algorithms, biomarkers, and tumor testing for treatment sensitivity as well as answers questions on personalized treatment approaches in many cancer types.
Chemotherapy for Older Patients: What You Should Know About the Risk of Infection As you may already know, chemotherapy works by attacking the rapidly dividing cells it finds in the body, particularly cancer cells because they multiply quickly. read more What is Genomics? You’ve probably heard of genetic testing for cancer susceptibility, but the more recent and broader field of genomics is also having a wide-reaching impact on patient care. read more Reconstructive Breast Surgery It goes without saying that those who battle breast cancer are forced to endure an incredible amount of physical, mental, and emotional stress. read more Ask the doctor Breast Cancer Screening and Early Detection 10 Tips for Breast Cancer Screening and Early Detection read more Set the Date… for Cancer Screenings Screening guidelines should initiate conversations with your healthcare team. read more Preparing for Surgery You can help ensure that your surgery and recovery go smoothly and that you have the best outcome possible by preparing yourself ahead of time. read more Oncotype DX— Individualizing Cancer Therapy Women with early breast cancer now have a tool that can help individualize their treatment choices. read more
Know the facts: Breast Reconstruction Q&A Q: If a woman has been diagnosed with breast cancer, what questions should she ask her physician to be sure she has the necessary information about reconstruction options at the outset of treatment? read more Ask the Dr? What is the purpose of lymph node biopsy and dissection? read more The Art of Stylish Head Coverings Hats, scarves, turbans, and hairpieces can help you create an individual style. read more Conversation Starter – Lynch syndrome A new social networking site for patients and families with Lynch syndrome gets people talking. read more Facing Chemotherapy? Knowledge Is Power. Learn the facts about cancer treatment. read more Complementary Therapies in Cancer Care An ongoing series highlighting complementary therapies, adapted from The Complete Guide to Complementary Therapies in Cancer Care read more Meet Our Friends! Laura Eiger Most survivors will tell you that a cancer diagnosis can impose a sense of isolation. No matter the level of support from family, friends and faith, the words You have cancer have the power to build a wall between you and the wider world.read more