Red Meat Consumption May Up Risk of Invasive Breast Cancer
Findings from prospective cohort study of sisters or half-sisters of women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Breast Cancer
Use of 3-D Mammography Rapidly Expanded 2015 to 2017
Adoption varied widely by region; uptake more rapid in areas with greater socioeconomic resources.
Drug Combo Slows Progression in Advanced Breast Cancer
Results seen for alpelisib plus fulvestrant in PIK3CA-mutated, HR+, HER2− advanced breast cancer.
Most Women Unaware Alcohol Poses Breast Cancer Risk
Screening and outpatient clinic appointments may offer opportunity for prevention intervention.
High Soy Intake May Cut Fracture Risk in Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
Findings seen among pre-/perimenopausal survivors of stage 0 to III breast cancer.
Hormone Therapy in Transgender Women Ups Breast Cancer Risk
Transgender people on hormones, cisgender people should follow same breast cancer screening guidelines.
FDA: Breast Implants Linked to Cancer Can Still Be Sold in US
Agency considering new patient warnings and checklists for the implants.
Radiotherapy Tied to Lower Recurrence of Early, Hormone-Driven Breast Cancer
Antihormone treatment also recommended in conjunction with radiotherapy.
ACP Issues Guidance Statement for Breast Cancer Screening in Average-Risk, Asymptomatic Women
The ACP’s guidance statement does not apply to women with prior abnormal screening results or to women with a history of breast cancer or increased risk factors.
AACR: Surgery Tied to Improved Survival in HER2+ Breast Cancer
In addition to targeted medication, adjuvant therapy, surgery improves survival in stage IV disease.
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