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Do IUDs cause breast cancer? Here’s what the evidence says

A new study has found a link between hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) and breast cancer.

The Conversation · Oct 18, 2024

The importance of breast self-examination for early detection of breast cancer

Breast self-examination (BSE) is a crucial first step in breast cancer screening and plays a vital role in early detection. While mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRIs are essential radiological tools for breast screening, self-examination empowers women to monitor their own breast health regularly and identify any unusual changes early on.

The Times of India · Oct 17, 2024

This is what happens at a breast cancer screening

It is a relatively quick and stress-free process.

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2024

This Common Diabetes Drug Was Thought to Revolutionize Cancer — Here’s What Happened Instead

Population and animal studies suggested metformin could treat cancer, but the clinical trials were a bust. Here’s what happened and what potential may remain.

Inverse · Oct 16, 2024

Empowering women through early detection: A call to action for better access to screening

Illuminating the Darkness: Beyond Symbolic GesturesEach October, iconic landmarks around the world are bathed in a sea of pink, a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about breast cancer. While these displays are well-intentioned, they don’t highlight a deeper crisis – our collective failure to translate awareness into meaningful action.

The Times of India · Oct 16, 2024

Common Breast Cancer Type Linked To Excess Body Fat: Study Reveals

Excess body fat may be responsible for 40% of postmenopausal hormone-positive breast cancer cases. The new study findings suggest the need to rethink the effectiveness of BMI in assessing cancer risk.

Medical Daily · Oct 16, 2024

'Invisible, sidelined': landmark count for fatal cancer

People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.

AAP · Oct 16, 2024

Blog: Health - New medication to prolong breast cancer patients' lives

Researchers at LMU have successfully tested a novel medication that can greatly prolong the lives of patients with breast cancer. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 15, 2024

Breast cancer awareness method: Debunking myths about mammograms and saving lives

Breast cancer is a growing concern in India, and globally. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) identifies it as the most common cancer among women in our country. Worryingly, over the past decade, experts have observed and reported an alarming rise in breast cancer afflicting younger women, between the…

The Times of India · Oct 13, 2024

Mammograms and breast cancer treatment: Separating facts from myths

Breast cancer is a growing concern in India, and globally. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) identifies it as the most common cancer among women in our country. Worryingly, over the past decade, experts have observed and reported an alarming rise in breast cancer afflicting younger women, between the…

The Times of India · Oct 13, 2024