From: breastadvocateapp.com In a breakthrough study published in the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), researchers have shed new light on breast cancer screening practices. The study, led by Dr. Debra L. Monticciolo, has revealed compelling evidence in favor of annual breast cancer screening beginning at age 40 and continuing through at least age 79. Breast cancer remains a significant …
AI helps select patients for supplemental breast cancer screening
By: Shalmali Pal From: .medpagetoday.com After breast cancer surgery — lumpectomy or mastectomy — regular monitoring and screening are crucial to detect any potential recurrence or new developments. The specific screening and follow-up plans can vary depending on an individual’s medical history, the stage of the cancer, the type of surgery performed, and other factors. The primary care provider (PCP) …
Breast Cancer and Post-Surgical Screening: Advising Patients on Appropriate Imaging
By: Shalmali Pal, Contributing Editor From: medpagetoday.com After breast cancer surgery — lumpectomy or mastectomy — regular monitoring and screening are crucial to detect any potential recurrence or new developments. The specific screening and follow-up plans can vary depending on an individual’s medical history, the stage of the cancer, the type of surgery performed, and other factors. The primary care …
The biggest myths about breast cancer after age 60
From: optum.com You may have heard that older women don’t need mammograms or can’t do anything about their risk factors. Here’s the truth behind five breast cancer myths. You’ve probably been getting regular mammograms for decades. Mammograms are low-dose X-rays of your breast. It’s a great habit, since you’re doing something good for your health. This screening test is one …
Comprehensive genomic data not yet used in healthcare
Source: University of Helsinki From: news-medical.net Recent results from researchers at the University of Helsinki indicate that genetic risk information can help tailor and target breast cancer screening more effectively to the women who would benefit the most. According to the study, genetic information facilitated the identification of a group at high risk for breast cancer. This group could benefit …
Study Shows Social Factors of Low U.S. Breast Cancer Screening
By: Gisele Galoustian From: fau.edu There is a pressing need to explore and understand which social determinants of health (SDOH) and health inequities act as significant influential factors that contribute to low breast cancer screening behaviors in the United States. Health disparities have been consistently associated with delayed screening, which then contributes to higher mortality rates among both Hispanic and …
Annual breast cancer screening starting at age 40 saves lives
By: Amerigo Allegretto From: auntminnie.com Annual breast cancer screening starting at age 40 yields the most mortality reduction, according to research published February 20 in Radiology. A team led by Debra Monticciolo, MD, from Dartmouth in New Hampshire found that starting annual screening at this age and continuing to at least age 79 leads to the highest reduction in …
Ask the Expert: Understanding Breast Surgical Oncology
From: healthcare.msu.edu Harvey Bumpers, MD, FACS, Jessica Henderson, DO and Mary Smania, DNP, FNP-BC, AGN-BC, FAANP are faculty within the Department of Surgery in the MSU College of Human Medicine and provide care as breast surgical oncologists and advanced genetics nurse practitioner at MSU Health Care. They discuss breast surgical oncology, myths related to breast cancer, and how to get …
Breast Cancer Riddle: Best Ways to Screen and Treat
By: Elizabeth Fernandez From: ucsf.edu Despite decades of scientific progress, breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in the United States. Experts are divided on many aspects, such as when and how often to do mammograms, how to rethink interventions for precancer lesions, and how to pinpoint risk and reduce the toxicity of treatments. During Breast Cancer Awareness …
What every woman needs to know about breast cancer screening
By: Cara Murez From: medicalxpress.com Catching breast cancer early is key to making it easier to treat and survive, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). The organization aims to highlight early detection, noting that screening with mammography has helped breast cancer death rates drop 43% since 1989. “Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women (after skin cancer) …