By: Simbi Ogbara Because of research, Tamisha Love is here to celebrate her family’s milestones As a new mom, 41-year-old Tamisha Love barely had time to herself. But one day, taking a rare moment to relax on the couch, she felt a lump. “It felt like it showed up overnight,” Tamisha said. “I didn’t remember feeling it before then; I …
How genetic testing helps in cancer prevention
From: roswellpark.org More than a decade ago, actor Angelina Jolie made headlines by announcing in an op-ed piece in the New York Times her decision to have a bilateral mastectomy to greatly reduce her risk of developing breast cancer in the future. Her decision was based on genetic testing that revealed that she was positive for a BRCA1 gene mutation …
Tanshinlactone May Inhibit the Growth of ER+, HER2+, or EGFR-Mutated Cells in Breast Cancer
By: Alexandra Gerlach, Associate Editor From: pharmacytimes.com Tanshinlactone, a compound derived from the herb Salvia miltiorrhiza, demonstrated potential as a novel therapeutic agent for patients with estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-positive (HER2+), and EGFR-positive (EGFR+) breast cancer (BC). The data suggests the regimen may hold promise as a targeted therapy with minimized adverse effects. ER+/HER2+/EGFR+ are …
Innovative ctDNA model could improve cancer progression monitoring
Source: Elsevier From: news-medical.net In metastatic cancer surveillance, monitoring the actual concentrations of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) may be critical. Researchers showed that absolute ctDNA concentration thresholds can be defined to rule out or predict impending cancer progression. They introduce a dual threshold model in a novel study in The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics, published by Elsevier, that may improve …
HyperVIEW X-Ray System Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for Breast Cancer Imaging
By: Kyle Doherty From: onclive.com Key Takeaways HyperVIEW X-ray system uses K-Edge subtraction and laser-Compton X-rays for enhanced breast cancer imaging, offering 100-times higher resolution and improved safety. Simulations suggest HyperVIEW may improve tumor detection by over 3000% compared to traditional contrast-enhanced mammography systems. Despite the benefits of contrast-enhanced mammography, its clinical adoption is limited due to high-level clinician requirements …
Why I Can’t Write Your Breast Cancer Story for You
View PostBreast cancer rates for women under 40 are rising. Why location plays a key role
From: studyfinds.org A new nationwide study suggests that a young woman’s location may play a significant role in breast cancer risk, with geographic differences comparable in magnitude to genetic risk scores. The research, examining data from all 50 states over two decades, shows that early breast cancer rates in women under 40 vary significantly depending on where they live. “Breast …
Study finds cryotherapy treatment is effective in reducing neuropathy in breast cancer patients
By: George Washington University From: medicalxpress.com A new study led by a George Washington University Cancer Center researcher found that cold therapy protects breast cancer patients from nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. Researchers found that cryotherapy, a treatment that involves exposing the body or specific areas of the body to extremely cold temperatures for therapeutic purposes, helped prevent nerve damage …
Cancerous breast tissue glows in new AI-enhanced MRI images
By: University of Waterloo From: medicalxpress.com Imaging technology developed and refined at the University of Waterloo promises better detection and treatment of breast cancer by more accurately pinpointing cancerous tissue. First successfully applied to prostate cancer, the new form of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has now been optimized using artificial intelligence (AI) to make cancerous tissue appear to light up …
Two sisters diagnosed with same rare cancer two weeks apart share their journey
By: Author: Michelle Boudin A Charlotte family is dealing with the unthinkable—two sisters, both under the age of 35, both battling a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer at the same time. They wanted to spread awareness about the disease, so they’re documenting their journey in what have become very popular social media posts. Several of The Cooper Sisters …