The Latest Breaking News from Breast Cancer

Judith Lucy on her cancer diagnosis: ‘I’m a bit over getting so much material out of my life’

One of Australia’s hardest-working comedians is still laughing at the timing of a breast cancer diagnosis just as she set out to launch a book about wellness. Two days out from surgery, she talks burnout, Buddhism and saying goodbye to her boobs

The Guardian - AU · 7h ago

From 24.1 in Washington, D.C., to 14.4 in Rhode Island, Breast Cancer Death Rates Show Stark State Gaps

New CDC data show 2024 breast cancer death rates ranged from 14.4 in Rhode Island to 24.1 in D.C. See how states compare and what may drive the gap.

Medical Daily · 11h ago

Exposure to common household chemicals linked to breast cancer risk

Researchers find chemicals used in plastic bottles, beverage cans, hair relaxers, or toys may change tissue in ways that make them more susceptible to breast cancer later in life

The Independent UK · 13h ago

Wisconsin Women with Dense Breasts or High Cancer Risk Should Check Whether Their 2027 Plans Cover Breast MRI

Gail's Law expands Wisconsin coverage for breast MRI and ultrasound for dense breasts or high risk. How to check your 2027 plan and your risk.

Medical Daily · Oct 14

Maryland Mammogram Results Letters Must Now Flag Breast Arterial Calcification, a Finding Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risk

Maryland mammogram letters must now tell women if breast arterial calcification was seen. What the finding means for heart risk and what to ask next.

Medical Daily · Oct 11

Coronation Street star Beverley Callard in 'limbo' with breast cancer drugs treatment

The actor was diagnosed with breast cancer in February and has been candid with fans about her health on social media since

Evening Standard · Oct 10

Tukysa Wins FDA Nod for First-Line HER2-Positive Breast Cancer Maintenance After Trial Showed 8.6-Month Longer Median Disease Control

FDA approves Tukysa with Herceptin and Perjeta as maintenance therapy for metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer. Here is who qualifies and the tradeoffs.

Medical Daily · Oct 8

'Strap in': Judith Lucy reveals cancer diagnosis

A well-known comedian has revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer during a personal and comedic social media video.

AAP · Oct 6

Judith Lucy announces breast cancer diagnosis: ‘I’m in shock, but I’m OK’

Comedian reveals cancer in a joke-packed video, saying she will undergo a double mastectomy and ‘I’ll be keeping you abreast of everything, Australia’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 6

‘Concerning trajectory’ cancer diagnosis rates among under 50s, expert says

A charity said there have been increases in rates of prostate, kidney, womb, liver, pancreas and breast cancers among adults under 50

The Independent UK · Oct 5