Articles related to "Mammography"
False Alarm, but still...
Negative results from a mammo and clinical breast exam.
mammography • ultrasound • oncologist • digital mammography • anxiety
Negative results from a mammo and clinical breast exam.
mammography • ultrasound • oncologist • digital mammography • anxiety
Breast Cancer is Overdiagnosed
Cancers can be separated into those that harm, and those that apparently are harmless. Up to half of diagnosed breast cancers may be harmless, a new tabulation suggests.
breast cancer diagnosis • screening for breast cancer • mammography public health • breast cancer overdiagnosis • carcinoma in situ diagnosis
Cancers can be separated into those that harm, and those that apparently are harmless. Up to half of diagnosed breast cancers may be harmless, a new tabulation suggests.
breast cancer diagnosis • screening for breast cancer • mammography public health • breast cancer overdiagnosis • carcinoma in situ diagnosis
Does New Mammogram Advice Benefit Insurance?
Will the new mammogram advice from a US Task Force for women in their forties benefit insurance companies, and possibly future government supported health care?
new mammogram advice benefit insurance • mammogram screening advice women forties • mammography recommendations us task force • mammography risks • breast cancer false positives
Will the new mammogram advice from a US Task Force for women in their forties benefit insurance companies, and possibly future government supported health care?
new mammogram advice benefit insurance • mammogram screening advice women forties • mammography recommendations us task force • mammography risks • breast cancer false positives
Breast Cancer Early Detection
American Cancer Society's 2005 guidelines for breast cancer early detection
american cancer society • breast self exam • mri • breast cancer screening • women at high risk
American Cancer Society's 2005 guidelines for breast cancer early detection
american cancer society • breast self exam • mri • breast cancer screening • women at high risk
Breast Cancer Imaging
The evaluation of breast cancer includes at least one imaging study. What are the modalities for imaging breast cancer and when are they used?
breast cancer • breast imaging • mammography • breast ultrasound • breast mri
The evaluation of breast cancer includes at least one imaging study. What are the modalities for imaging breast cancer and when are they used?
breast cancer • breast imaging • mammography • breast ultrasound • breast mri
The Latest on Mammography
Mammography upgrades, new breast screening studies, radiologic specialization in breast imaging.
mammography • tomosynthesis • radiologists
Mammography upgrades, new breast screening studies, radiologic specialization in breast imaging.
mammography • tomosynthesis • radiologists
The New Digital Mammography
A brief description of the new digital mammography technology from a patient's perspective.
digital mammography
A brief description of the new digital mammography technology from a patient's perspective.
digital mammography
Breast Cancer: Risks and Screening
Breast cancer is one of the leading health concerns in the United States; 1 in 8 women is affected. Traditional screening methods may not be reducing mortality.
breast cancer • breast cancer screening • breast cancer risk factors • breast self examination • mammogram
Breast cancer is one of the leading health concerns in the United States; 1 in 8 women is affected. Traditional screening methods may not be reducing mortality.
breast cancer • breast cancer screening • breast cancer risk factors • breast self examination • mammogram
Breaking Scientific News
A brief summary of several recent scientific abstracts relating to breast cancer.
positive emission mammography • breast-conserving surgery • tamoxifen • raloxifene • project lead
A brief summary of several recent scientific abstracts relating to breast cancer.
positive emission mammography • breast-conserving surgery • tamoxifen • raloxifene • project lead
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
A history of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
breast cancer • mammography • mammogram
A history of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
breast cancer • mammography • mammogram
Cancer Screening: When Should it be Considered?
Cancer screening procedures developed in response to the need for an early diagnosis of cancer when treatment methods are more successful. This article provides current recommendations for screening.
screening • asymptomatic • bias • ethics • mammography
Cancer screening procedures developed in response to the need for an early diagnosis of cancer when treatment methods are more successful. This article provides current recommendations for screening.
screening • asymptomatic • bias • ethics • mammography
Controversial Issues in the Breast Cancer Arena
Several of the latest research statements that have led to controversy among advocates, caregivers and the medical community about breast cancer.
controversy • mammography • bse • tamoxifen • femara
Several of the latest research statements that have led to controversy among advocates, caregivers and the medical community about breast cancer.
controversy • mammography • bse • tamoxifen • femara
Early Detection of Breast and Ovarian Cancers.
This article discusses ovarian and breast cancers, with ways of identifying early detection and prevention methods.
breast cancer • mammography • ovarian cancer • ovarian • breast self-examination
This article discusses ovarian and breast cancers, with ways of identifying early detection and prevention methods.
breast cancer • mammography • ovarian cancer • ovarian • breast self-examination
Focusing on the Mental/Emotional Side of Breast Cancer
Research topics that address the education, emotional and psycho-social needs of the breast cancer patient.
internet • genomic database • mammography facilities • nursing informatics • health insurance
Research topics that address the education, emotional and psycho-social needs of the breast cancer patient.
internet • genomic database • mammography facilities • nursing informatics • health insurance
Genetics and Other Factors That Affect Cancer
The latest research in genetics, MRI, bone scan, brachytherapy, radiation and mammography for breast cancer.
genetics • bone scan • mri • mammography • brachytherapy
The latest research in genetics, MRI, bone scan, brachytherapy, radiation and mammography for breast cancer.
genetics • bone scan • mri • mammography • brachytherapy
I've Found A Lump - Now What?
Diagnostic tools for breast abnormalities
mammography • pet scan • ultrasound • mri • diagnostic tools
Diagnostic tools for breast abnormalities
mammography • pet scan • ultrasound • mri • diagnostic tools
In The News for Spring
Recent headlines relating to breast cancer
insurance coverage • ad campaigns • screening mammography • cooking for cancer • eating right
Recent headlines relating to breast cancer
insurance coverage • ad campaigns • screening mammography • cooking for cancer • eating right
Mammograms and Breast Exams
A report on two recent studies involving the diagnosis of breast cancer.
clinical breast examination • ultrasound • mammography • cad • breast cancer
A report on two recent studies involving the diagnosis of breast cancer.
clinical breast examination • ultrasound • mammography • cad • breast cancer
News Flashes in Breast Cancer
News in the breast cancer arena.
new fda evaluation procedure • cosmetics and carcinogens • legislature about mammography • cad
News in the breast cancer arena.
new fda evaluation procedure • cosmetics and carcinogens • legislature about mammography • cad
Psycho-social Issues
Some psychological impacts of breast cancer screening, risk assessment and perception and treatment.
psychological issues • mammography • therapy • screening
Some psychological impacts of breast cancer screening, risk assessment and perception and treatment.
psychological issues • mammography • therapy • screening
Regular Mammograms Save Lives
Results of a long-term study show that regular mammograms reduce the death rate from breast cancer by 63%.
mammogram • mammography • breast cancer
Results of a long-term study show that regular mammograms reduce the death rate from breast cancer by 63%.
mammogram • mammography • breast cancer
Snippets of Research
Headline reviews of the latest breast cancer research.
sentinel node biopsy • clinical trials • hispanic incidence of breast cancer • reconstruction • mammography
Headline reviews of the latest breast cancer research.
sentinel node biopsy • clinical trials • hispanic incidence of breast cancer • reconstruction • mammography
The Latest on the BSE Controversy
An update on the controversy about the validity of breast self-exam.
bse • mammography • controversy • breast self-exam
An update on the controversy about the validity of breast self-exam.
bse • mammography • controversy • breast self-exam
Tiny Tidbits to Help You Along
Info on the new Patient Safety Net website, question of ethics in NIH, pain management and mammography issues.
patient safety net • nih • ethics • pain management • cancer caregiver
Info on the new Patient Safety Net website, question of ethics in NIH, pain management and mammography issues.
patient safety net • nih • ethics • pain management • cancer caregiver
What's New in Breast Health?
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
What's New in Breast Health?
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
women • breast • cancer • wise • woman
What's New In Breast Health?
An update on what's been happening in the past five years that's of interest to women dancing with breast cancer.
breast • cancer • weed • susun • herb
An update on what's been happening in the past five years that's of interest to women dancing with breast cancer.
breast • cancer • weed • susun • herb
Concerns Over Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines
Debate over breast cancer screening is renewed as a federal task force publishes new guidelines recommending against routine mammography screening for women in their 40s.
u.s. preventative services task force recommends w • susan g komen for cure founding chair nancy brinke • nancy brinker concerned about recommendations for • susan g komen for cure chair nancy brinker holds n • federal task force of doctors and scientists rever
Debate over breast cancer screening is renewed as a federal task force publishes new guidelines recommending against routine mammography screening for women in their 40s.
u.s. preventative services task force recommends w • susan g komen for cure founding chair nancy brinke • nancy brinker concerned about recommendations for • susan g komen for cure chair nancy brinker holds n • federal task force of doctors and scientists rever
Breast Cancer Screening Enables Better Treatment
Population-based mammography screening has brought about significant changes in our approach to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
screening breast cancer • screening mammography • treating breast cancer • prognosis of early breast cancer • improving breast cancer treatment
Population-based mammography screening has brought about significant changes in our approach to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
screening breast cancer • screening mammography • treating breast cancer • prognosis of early breast cancer • improving breast cancer treatment
6 Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
One in 8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Women at high risk should be screened more often and may need preventative medications or surgery.
breast cancer • breast cancer risk factors • brca1 • brca2 • radiation exposure
One in 8 women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Women at high risk should be screened more often and may need preventative medications or surgery.
breast cancer • breast cancer risk factors • brca1 • brca2 • radiation exposure
New Breast Cancer Screening Mammogram Guidelines
The Preventive Care Task Force recommends an end to routine breast cancer screening by mammogram and self-examination for women younger than 50 years old.
mammogram screening guidelines • breast cancer • task force recommendations • breast self-exam • health care guidelines
The Preventive Care Task Force recommends an end to routine breast cancer screening by mammogram and self-examination for women younger than 50 years old.
mammogram screening guidelines • breast cancer • task force recommendations • breast self-exam • health care guidelines
Women's Cancer Screening
Cancer is the second leading killer of women, making appropriate screening not only essential for early detection, but truly a matter of life and death.
cancer • cancer screening • breast cancer • colon cancer • mammography
Cancer is the second leading killer of women, making appropriate screening not only essential for early detection, but truly a matter of life and death.
cancer • cancer screening • breast cancer • colon cancer • mammography
Interesting Innovations in the World of Breast Cancer
New studies, presentations in the world of breast cancer.
very young patients • purpose of clinical trials • internet health answers • pain of mammography • partner's support after breast surgery
New studies, presentations in the world of breast cancer.
very young patients • purpose of clinical trials • internet health answers • pain of mammography • partner's support after breast surgery
Safe Cancer Detection With Thermography
An increase in awareness, lifestyle changes and early detection are the leading causes of the lower incidence of breast cancer cases over the past ten years.
thermography • dii • diti • breast cancer • breast cancer prevention
An increase in awareness, lifestyle changes and early detection are the leading causes of the lower incidence of breast cancer cases over the past ten years.
thermography • dii • diti • breast cancer • breast cancer prevention
Breast and Prostate Cancer Screening Debated
Benefits of cancer screening for breast and prostate cancer may have been overstated because there has not been a significant reduction in deaths from the two diseases.
breast cancer • prostate cancer • preventing breast cancer • preventing prostate cancer • breast cancer screening
Benefits of cancer screening for breast and prostate cancer may have been overstated because there has not been a significant reduction in deaths from the two diseases.
breast cancer • prostate cancer • preventing breast cancer • preventing prostate cancer • breast cancer screening
Cancer Screening Controversy
Screening can detect prostate, breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers, but evaluations of risks versus benefits of the procedures make recommendations uncertain.
cancer screening • cancer detection • cancer tests • breast cancer screening • prostate cancer screening
Screening can detect prostate, breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers, but evaluations of risks versus benefits of the procedures make recommendations uncertain.
cancer screening • cancer detection • cancer tests • breast cancer screening • prostate cancer screening
Preventive Care for the Elderly
Aging baby boomers want to remain healthy as they look toward retirement and beyond. Guidelines for maintaining optimal health in geriatric populations can help.
preventive health elderly • preventive health seniors • geriatric health • geriatric health recommendation • elderly health recommendation
Aging baby boomers want to remain healthy as they look toward retirement and beyond. Guidelines for maintaining optimal health in geriatric populations can help.
preventive health elderly • preventive health seniors • geriatric health • geriatric health recommendation • elderly health recommendation
Fibroid Cysts - Often confused as breast cancer!
When women find "lumps" in their breasts they get scared. Usually it's one of two reasons....cancer or fibroid cysts. Either way you live through that "waiting" period for the diagnosis. Having Fibrocystic Breast Disease is rough to live with as well.
fibroid cysts • fibrocystic breast disease • chronic cystic mastitis • mammary dysplasia • benign breast disease
When women find "lumps" in their breasts they get scared. Usually it's one of two reasons....cancer or fibroid cysts. Either way you live through that "waiting" period for the diagnosis. Having Fibrocystic Breast Disease is rough to live with as well.
fibroid cysts • fibrocystic breast disease • chronic cystic mastitis • mammary dysplasia • benign breast disease
Some Breast Cancers Regress
Screening mammography shows increased breast cancer rates, but increases may be due to cancers that would regress.
breast cancer screening • breast cancers regress • invasive breast cancer over diagnosed • breast cancer detection • mammogram false positives
Screening mammography shows increased breast cancer rates, but increases may be due to cancers that would regress.
breast cancer screening • breast cancers regress • invasive breast cancer over diagnosed • breast cancer detection • mammogram false positives
Preventive Medicine
Editorial by Fiona Godlee, BMJ, about the benefits/risks of preventive medicine.
bmj • fiona godlee • preventive medicine • screening • health care costs
Editorial by Fiona Godlee, BMJ, about the benefits/risks of preventive medicine.
bmj • fiona godlee • preventive medicine • screening • health care costs
Recent Research - Another Glimpse!
Research, clinical trials and media releases about breast cancer breakthroughs.
research • clinical trials • fda • fast-track
Research, clinical trials and media releases about breast cancer breakthroughs.
research • clinical trials • fda • fast-track
Summer of Hope
Recent articles/studies relating to breast cancer.
breast cancer • mri • ductoscopy • ultrasound • genetic counseling
Recent articles/studies relating to breast cancer.
breast cancer • mri • ductoscopy • ultrasound • genetic counseling
Th Ever-Evolving World of Breast Cancer Techology
Improvements in sentinel node biopsy, bone scans, mammograms, and ductal lavage.
snb • sentinel node biopsy • ductal lavage • mammogram • bone scan
Improvements in sentinel node biopsy, bone scans, mammograms, and ductal lavage.
snb • sentinel node biopsy • ductal lavage • mammogram • bone scan
The Annual Mammogram
Thoughts on the visit to the breast center for the annual mammogram.
mammogram • breast cancer • breast center • technologist • hippa
Thoughts on the visit to the breast center for the annual mammogram.
mammogram • breast cancer • breast center • technologist • hippa
Breast Cancer - Who's At Risk?
A brief look at the risk factors commonly associated with breast cancer.
cancer - risk - genetics - hormones - lifestyle -
A brief look at the risk factors commonly associated with breast cancer.
cancer - risk - genetics - hormones - lifestyle -
Cancer Statistics 2005
American Cancer Society's statistics on cancer, released 2005
cancer statistitics • morbidity rates • by ethnic group • age • specific cancer
American Cancer Society's statistics on cancer, released 2005
cancer statistitics • morbidity rates • by ethnic group • age • specific cancer
FACT or FICTION?
Common misconceptions about breast cancer. Are you really secure in your knowledge of this disease?
breast cancer • diagnosis • lump • mammogram
Common misconceptions about breast cancer. Are you really secure in your knowledge of this disease?
breast cancer • diagnosis • lump • mammogram
Ring In The New Year With Research!
A brief look at new avenues of research and treatment for breast cancer.
research • new treatment • ductal lavage • oral chemotherapy • vacuum biopsy
A brief look at new avenues of research and treatment for breast cancer.
research • new treatment • ductal lavage • oral chemotherapy • vacuum biopsy
Mammograms - Who Needs Them?
Following a recent article in the Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A57287-2004Jan5.html) Susun has put together this informative article on alternatives! There is also further info at the foot of the article about her book: Breast Cancer? Breast Health!
mammograms • breast • cancer • herbs • health
Following a recent article in the Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A57287-2004Jan5.html) Susun has put together this informative article on alternatives! There is also further info at the foot of the article about her book: Breast Cancer? Breast Health!
mammograms • breast • cancer • herbs • health
Mammograms - Who Needs Them?
This article offers ways to protect against the risks of mammograms.
mammogram • screen • susun • susan • weed
This article offers ways to protect against the risks of mammograms.
mammogram • screen • susun • susan • weed
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