Text Message Reminders Do Not Improve Aromatase Inhibitor Adherence
Investigators suggest more personalized interventions may be needed to improve adherence rates among women with breast cancer receiving AI treatments.
Breast Cancer
Multiple Genes Predispose Black Women to Breast Cancer
Multiple genes predispose African-American women to breast cancer.
Adjuvant Chemotherapy Associated With Early, But Not Sustained, Cognitive Impairment in Women With Early-Stage Breast Cancer
This study also showed a gradual increase in cognitive impairment at 12 months that persisted at 24 and 36 months for patients receiving endocrine therapy alone.
Significant Reductions Seen in Breast Cancer Death With Screening
Women participating in mammography screening have a significant reduction in the risk for dying of breast cancer and in the rate of advanced breast cancers.
Guidance Issued for Breast Cancer Care During COVID-19
In guidance issued by the COVID-19 Pandemic Breast Cancer Consortium, recommendations are presented for prioritizing care for breast cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
High Fiber Consumption Linked to Reduced Risk for Breast Cancer
High total fiber consumption is associated with a reduced risk for breast cancer.
Genetic Testing Proposed for All Women Aged ≤65 With Breast Cancer
Expanded testing could increase detection of carriers for BRCA1/2, mutations in other predisposition genes.
Continuing Annual Breast Cancer Screening No Benefit in Over-75s
No significant reductions found in 8-year breast cancer mortality for continuing vs stopping screening.
A New Risk Calculator for Radiotherapy in Older Women With Early-Stage Breast Cancer
The ROW risk calculator makes its predictions based on age, comorbidities, functional status, tumor characteristics, and use of radiotherapy.
New Study Looks at Quality of Life With NEPA for CINV in Women With Breast Cancer
Quality of life in patients receiving netupitant/palonosetron chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting.
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