From: rockefeller.edu Ninety percent of cancer deaths are due to the spread of cancer, not complications from the original tumor. Thus, for over 50 years now, scientists have been on a quest to identify which malignant mutations within the tumor allow rogue cells to break away from the primary tumor and travel through the bloodstream and lymphatic system to metastasize …
Breast, Ovarian Cancer Risks of RAD51C Variants Assessed Systematically
From: insideprecisionmedicine.com Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute and their collaborators investigated RAD51C and uncovered over 3,000 harmful genetic changes that could potentially disrupt its function and increase cancer risk in breast and ovarian cancer. The findings are published in the journal Cell and paves the way for better risk assessment and more personalized care. By mapping the protein structure, …
Gestational Diabetes and Risk for Breast Cancer
By: The ASCO Post Staff From: ascopost.com Women who develop gestational diabetes may not have a higher likelihood of being diagnosed with breast cancer, according to recent findings that will be presented by Christensen et al at the upcoming European Association for the Study of Diabetes Annual Meeting 2024 (Abstract 180). Background Gestational diabetes affects 14% of pregnant women globally …
New Study Assesses the Impact of CT Radiation on Mortality at 10 Years
By: Jeff Hall From: diagnosticimaging.com New research examining the 10-year mortality of patients after undergoing computed tomography (CT) exams may lead to a reevaluation of CT-associated radiation risks. For the retrospective study, recently published in the European Journal of Radiology, researchers examined different radiation cumulative effective dose (CED) levels and 10-year mortality rates for 36,545 patients who had CT exams …
Cancer Screening Considerations: Balancing the Benefits and Risks
By: Syed S. A. From: news-medical.net The goal of cancer screening is to detect cancer early when the chances of survival are higher compared to discovering the disease after symptoms appear. The prognosis usually depends on the stage at diagnosis 1. While screenings serve as essential tools in this endeavor, it is crucial to acknowledge their limitations and associated risks. …
The Medical Minute: Do you know your risks for breast cancer?
From: pennstatehealthnews.org The reminders are everywhere. When a woman turns 40, doctors say she should begin receiving yearly mammograms to detect breast cancer. You see it on posters, ads and buttons. Doctors beat the drum forcefully and often because the stakes are high. Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer death in women, according to the American Cancer …
Inflammatory Breast Cancer: Know the Risks and Warning Signs of This Rare, Fast-Growing Cancer
Source: American Cancer Society From: prnewswire.com Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare type of breast cancer. It only accounts for one to five percent of all breast cancer cases, but it’s important to know your risk and the warning signs, as this form of the disease is aggressive, fast-growing, and hard to detect early. For October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, …
Some cancer screening tests may not extend lifespans, study finds
By: Linda Geddes Science correspondent From: theguardian.com While screening can help some people live longer, data shows some people’s lives are shortened as result of screening Common cancer screening tests may not extend people’s lifespans, with the possible exception of colorectal cancer screening, data suggests. Although the findings do not indicate cancer screening should be abandoned, scientists say patients should …
Advances in Breast Cancer
From: newsinhealth.nih.gov Screening and Treatment Get Personal Researchers are studying the risk factors for different types of breast cancer. They’re also searching for more personalized treatments. Unraveling The Risks “Breast cancer is caused by a combination of factors,” says Dr. Montserrat García-Closas, a cancer researcher at NIH. Your genes, lifestyle, and environment all contribute to your risk. Researchers are trying …
What to know about radiation therapy for breast cancer
From: medicalnewstoday.com Various therapies and treatments are available to individuals with breast cancer, and radiation therapy is often a cornerstone of the treatment regimen. The American Cancer Society states that breast cancer is the second most common cancer in females, behind skin cancer. Many factors will determine the outlook for a person with breast cancer, including their age and overall …
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