6 Symptoms of Breast Cancer
Changes in your breasts that may indicate breast cancer.
The Stages of Breast Cancer & the Importance of Early Detection
Tumor size upon detection, and therefore which breast cancer stage you are classified in, greatly effects 5-year survival rate.
Mammograms for 40-49 Years Old Women Improve Breast Cancer Prognosis
A recent Swedish Cancer Institute study revealed that women between the ages of 40–49 who’ve had yearly mammograms and subsequent breast cancer diagnosis fare better than those that don’t.
What is a Mammogram & How Does It Detect Breast Cancer?
Description of mammogram, sample mammography x-rays, when to get a mammogram, screening vs. diagnostic mammograms, other types of breast imaging, and what to do before your first mammogram.
Test Could Detect Breast Cancers Earlier in Young, High-risk African-American Women
Certain cancer signaling pathways that are activated in aggressive cancer can be detected very early, even in precancerous cells, among young African-American women at high risk for breast cancer. This may allow for earlier detection and prevention of cancer.
Celebrate National Mammography Day By Scheduling Your Annual Mammogram
Learn what a mammogram is, how to prepare for a mammogram, and if it’s really necessary.