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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Health

ESPN's Hannah Storm, 'shocked' by breast cancer diagnosis, promotes regular mammograms

Regular mammograms are essential for early breast cancer detection even in the absence of risk factors or symptoms.
Early detection of breast cancer through screenings like mammograms can lead to successful treatment outcomes. [ more ]
Vulture
1 month ago
Medicine

Olivia Munn Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Double Mastectomy

Olivia Munn revealed her breast cancer diagnosis, the importance of early detection through risk assessments, and urged others to prioritize their health. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Health

Charity encourages genetic testing to prevent breast cancer, aid research | CBC News

Genetic testing can reveal gene mutations like BRCA1 and BRCA2, indicating a higher risk of breast cancer.
Early detection through genetic testing allows for preventive measures like mastectomy or regular screenings to improve outcomes and contribute to research. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
1 month ago
Health

What is the breast cancer calculator actor Olivia Munn suggested after her mastectomy?

Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool on NCI's website has received more visits post Olivia Munn's revelation.
The tool provides lifetime and five-year risk based on factors like age, family history, past biopsies, and ethnicity. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Wellness

Olivia Munn Had Double Mastectomy After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Being proactive about health is important, even with negative genetic test results.
Risk assessment for breast cancer can be life-saving, prompting early detection. [ more ]
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www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Running

Meet the woman running the London Marathon topless for mastectomy awareness

Running topless to raise awareness for mastectomy scars and flat closure surgery after cancer operation. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Running

The ladies leading the Texas Cattlemen's Trail Ride

The trail ride was led by an all-female team for the first time.
Their goal includes teaching children the legacy of trail riding.
Page emphasized raising awareness about breast cancer. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

MPs call for research on forgotten' form of breast cancer

A third of MPs support a campaign to raise 20m for lobular breast cancer research.
Invasive lobular breast cancer lacks specific treatments and is underresearched compared to ductal breast cancer. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Health

What is a breast cancer risk assessment score? Should I get one?

Breast cancer risk assessment tools calculate the likelihood of developing breast cancer based on medical and family history.
The Gail model is a commonly used tool that estimates a person's five-year and lifetime risk of breast cancer compared to the average risk. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour MP says she has breast cancer and urges others to get checked

Early breast cancer diagnosis is crucial for recovery.
Encouragement for women to attend breast cancer screenings for early detection. [ more ]
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