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Cancer is a term used to describe the uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells. From prostate cancer to breast cancer, read these articles to learn more.

Prostate cancer

Genetic counseling and Testing for Hereditary Prostate Cancer

Sondra Forsyth

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There have been few recommendations to guide physicians about when to offer men genetic consultation for prostate cancer risk. Now, … Read More→

Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Young Breast-Cancer Survivors and Lymph Node Surgery

Jane Farrell

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Younger breast cancer patients who underwent axillary lymph node dissection were likelier to experience arm swelling and decreased range of … Read More→

Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Nipple-sparing Surgery Is Safe for Women with Harmful BRCA Mutations

Sondra Forsyth

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According to the National Cancer Institute, the risk of breast cancer is approximately 12% for women in the general population, … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Cancer Center

4 Tips for Staying Positive on The Road to Breast-Cancer Survival

Jane Farrell

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About one in eight U.S. women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime, according to http://www.breastcancer.org/. The website notes that … Read More→

Breast Cancer

The Link Between Bacterial Imbalances and Breast Cancer

Sondra Forsyth

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In a study published online in Oncotarget in October 2017, Cleveland Clinic researchers have uncovered differences in the bacterial composition … Read More→

Throat and mouth cancer

Millions of Men May Be Unaware They Have a Virus That Can Cause Cancer

Sondra Forsyth

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Women have long been advised to have annual Pap smears that can detect cervical cancer caused by the Human Papilloma … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Cancer Center

Telling Your Kids and Grandkids about Your Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Jane Farrell

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Carol saw her doctor about a lump in her breast in early December. By the time the mammogram and biopsy … Read More→

Cancer Overview

40 Percent of Cancers Linked to Weight Issues

Jane Farrell

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An update from the experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasizes the need for good health … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Cancer Center

Is Breast Cancer Over-Diagnosed?

Jane Farrell

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Routine mammograms can lead to over-diagnosis and over-treatment of breast cancer, but most American women aren’t aware of these risks … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Surgeons’ Attitudes Influence Patients’ Decisions to Have Both Breasts Removed When Only One Breast Has Cancer

Sondra Forsyth

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A woman’s choice of surgeon plays a significant role in whether she’s likely to receive an increasingly popular aggressive breast … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Breast Reconstruction: Why Patient Perceptions Differ

Sondra Forsyth

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Breast reconstruction after mastectomy is a very subjective experience. Different women who undergo the same type of breast reconstruction may … Read More→

Melanoma

Study: Most melanomas don’t arise from existing moles

Jane Farrell

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From the American Academy of Dermatology, some smart advice about sunscreen year round – and why it’s crucial not to … Read More→

Prostate cancer

Prostate Cancer: Symptoms, Tests and Treatments

Jane Farrell

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Here, an update from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about an all-too-widespread cancer among men. Prostate cancer is … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Study: Breast-Cancer Patients on Opioids Less Likely to Follow Treatment Regimen

Jane Farrell

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Breast cancer patients who take opioids to manage their pain are less likely to adhere to a potentially lifesaving treatment … Read More→

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Treatment Options

Secondary Breast Reconstruction: Getting It Right

Sondra Forsyth

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For many women, breast reconstruction is a process rather than a single procedure. Some women have experienced complications, particularly with … Read More→