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FDA Approves Raloxifene for Women with Invasive Breast Cancer (dateline November 12, 2007)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the drug raloxifene (brand name, Evista) to reduce the risk of invasive breast cancer in post-menopausal women with osteoporosis and in post-menopausal women at high risk for invasive breast cancer.

November 12, 20073 min read
Breast Health

Simple Blood Test May Indicate Whether Breast Cancer Treatment is Working

A new blood test shows promise in helping physicians better manage the treatment of women with advanced breast cancer.

October 29, 20073 min read
Breast Health

Survey Illustrates What Women Don't Know about Breast Cancer (dateline October 13, 2007)

To coincide with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the United States, the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) recently released the results of a survey to determine how informed women are about breast cancer.

October 13, 20073 min read

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October 19 is National Mammography Day (dateline October 11, 2007)

Friday, October 19, 2007, has been designated National Mammography Day in the United States. Women are encouraged to use this day as a reminder to make an appointment to get a mammogram.

October 11, 20072 min read
Breast Health

Researchers Investigating Breast Cancer Vaccine (dateline August 26, 2007)

Researchers are studying whether a vaccine similar to one being developed for prostate cancer would help treat breast cancer. The vaccine, called Neuvenge, is designed to target certain types of breast cancer cells in women whose cancers have spread to other organs despite treatment.

August 26, 20073 min read
Breast Health

Researchers Seeking More Minority Women for 'Sister Study' on Breast Cancer Risk Factors (dateline August 25, 2007)

Researchers of a large breast cancer study of sisters are encouraging more minority women to enroll to ensure a diverse study sample and far-reaching results. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) plans to enroll 50,000 women in its Sister Study by the end of 2007.

August 25, 20072 min read
Breast Health

New Breast Chek® Kit Helps Women Perform Self-Exams (dateline July 29, 2007)

Courtesy of Plexus Worldwide, Inc. Women have a new option to help them perform their monthly breast self-exams. The Breast Check Self-Examination Kit, recently approved by the U.S.

July 29, 20074 min read
Breast Health

Booklet Provides Assistance for Older Patients Living with Cancer (dateline June 25, 2007)

The American Society of Clinical Oncology has published a booklet entitled, "Cancer in Older Adults," which provides information on more than 120 types of cancer and cancer-related syndromes, clinical trials information, coping resources, information on managing side effects, medical illustrations,

June 25, 20071 min read
Breast Health

Four Studies Reveal Advances in Women's Cancer Research

The results of four new studies presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) reveal advances in the field of women's cancer research.

June 24, 20073 min read

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