October 18, 2023

Obesity Raises Odds for Recurrence in Breast Cancer Survivors

Many breast cancer survivors take a hormonal drug after cancer treatment to stave off a recurrence, but new research suggests these drugs may be less effective in women who are obese.

October 6, 2023

Shorter Course of Radiation May Be Safe for Women Undergoing Breast Reconstruction

Breast cancer patients who undergo a mastectomy can probably benefit from a shorter course of more intense radiation therapy, a new study indicates.

October 4, 2023

Women Give High Marks to Breast Reconstruction Using Patient's Own Tissue

Women who have breast reconstruction using their own tissue instead of implants ma be more satisfied with the results, new research shows.

September 20, 2023

Many Women May Overestimate Risks From Genes Tied to Breast Cancer

Women who carry mutations in genes known as BRCA have an elevated risk of breast cancer. But a large, new study suggests that risk may be lower than generally believed -- especially if a woman has no close relative with the disease.

September 19, 2023

Dirty Air Could Raise Breast Cancer Risk

Air pollution has long been known to harm the heart and lungs, but new research suggests it might also raise the risk of breast cancer.

September 6, 2023

AI Equals Human Radiologists at Interpreting Breast Cancer Scans

Another study is showing that artificial intelligence (AI) is as good as a specialist doctor in spotting breast cancer on a mammogram. But don't expect computers to take over the job from humans, experts say.