Category: Breast Cancer
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10 Silent Symptoms of Breast Cancer to Never Ignore
Here’s how early detection of breast cancer saves lives! Breast cancer. Those two words carry a weight of concern and awareness. Understanding the nuances and symptoms of this common yet complex disease is crucial. Breast cancer is, indeed, a formidable adversary in women’s health. It impacts about 2.3 million adults globally, warns the World Health Organization. However,…
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Duke Finds Link Between High Cholesterol and Breast Cancer Cell Growth
A recent study by Duke Cancer Institute found that high cholesterol contributes to the growth of breast cancer cells. Chronically elevated cholesterol levels have been linked to a worse prognosis in most cancer. However, scientists didn’t fully understand the association between the two until this study. The research appeared online on August 24, 2021, in…
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Research Reveals How Honeybee Venom Can Help Beat Breast Cancer
Who knew that one day the honeybee would have such a significant impact on breast cancer research? Scientists have recently found that the venom from these cute little creatures can destroy breast cancer cells. Dr. Ciara Duffy and her colleagues from the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research tested the toxin on the clinical subtypes…
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Researchers Explain How the BRCA Gene Increases Breast Cancer Risk
Several genes increase the risk of breast cancer, most commonly BRCA mutations (BRCA1 and BRCA2). These genes do not cause breast cancer, however. In fact, they actually help suppress tumors and repair DNA. But in some people, these genes begin to mutate, which can lead to breast cancer. Around .25% of the population has mutated…
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Oncologists Explain What Happens During a Mammogram
Have you ever wondered (or worried) about what it’s like to get a mammogram? You know it’s a potent weapon against breast cancer, but you still feel apprehensive. According to cancer.net, the official website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and also the world’s foremost organization of cancer physicians, more than 63,000 women…
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Doctors Explain Why A Mammogram Is the Best Way to Detect Breast Cancer
In the United States, data shows that around 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer during her life that could be detected on a mammogram screening. This number may not seem significant but think about your group of friends. Are there 8 of you? If so, one of you is likely to develop this…