Please take the time to visit the Sister Study web site. The Sister Study is the only long-term study of women aged 35-74 whose sister had breast cancer. It is a national study to learn how environment and genes affect the chances of getting breast cancer. … [Read more...] about Are You A Sister?
Breast Cancer
Beat Breast Cancer Naturally
Nearly 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. But thanks to cutting-edge research in the last decade, more women are surviving and—even better—avoiding breast cancer altogether. Protect yourself against this prevalent disease with these easy diet … [Read more...] about Beat Breast Cancer Naturally
Twice as many women die from stroke every year than from breast cancer
Overall, stroke is this country's third-leading killer. About 700,000 Americans will have one this year, according to the American Stroke Association. But 55-percent of all strokes and 60-percent of stroke deaths occur in women. About 100,000 women die annually of stroke, … [Read more...] about Twice as many women die from stroke every year than from breast cancer
Mammograms — What You Need To Know
What is a mammogram? A mammogram is a safe, low-dose x-ray picture of the breast. It is currently the most effective method of detecting breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. Why should I have a mammogram? A mammogram can find breast cancer that is … [Read more...] about Mammograms — What You Need To Know
New Genetic Test for Patients with Breast Cancer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2008 Media Inquiries: Karen Riley, 301-827-6242 Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA FDA Approves New Genetic Test for Patients with Breast Cancer The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a novel genetic test for … [Read more...] about New Genetic Test for Patients with Breast Cancer