Breast Cancer
My “Tiredness” Turned Out to Be a Genetic Condition That Raises Cancer Risk
An underdiagnosed genetic condition called hemochromatosis turned Bev Michel's life into daily agony. It may have even been responsible for her cancer.
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Here’s Why Obesity Raises Breast Cancer Risk, According to Science
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5 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About the Breast- and Ovarian-Cancer Gene
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HRT and Breast Cancer: What Doctors Need You to Know
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This State Has the Highest Rate of Breast Cancer in the Country
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Are Self-Breast Exams Necessary? What Women Need to Know
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How 17 Under-50 Women Learned They Had Breast Cancer—and What Helped Them Through It
A cancer diagnosis is anything but easy—and, while it can change a person's life... -
7 Household Products That May Be Linked to Breast Cancer
Everyday products aren’t considered as big a problem as other risk factors when it... -
50 Everyday Habits That Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Each October brings pink ribbons and fund-raising for breast cancer research. These 50 expert-approved habits may... -
If You Have High Blood Pressure, You May Be at Higher Risk for This Cancer
If you have high blood pressure, you may have a slightly higher breast cancer risk... -
Male Breast Cancer: What Doctors Need You to Know
While it's thankfully rare, men do get breast cancer. Knowing these 14 things could save your... -
8 Reasons to Request an Earlier Mammogram
Experts recommend you start mammograms at 45; however, there are some factors that may make you... -
This Is the Best Diet for Breast Cancer Prevention
With some simple—and tasty—changes to your diet, you may gain more protection against... -
Do You Need a Mammogram or Not? What to Know About the Age Guidelines
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force guidelines say women do not need yearly mammograms...
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7 Habits That May Help Prevent Breast Cancer
Our experts reveal the habits that may help prevent breast cancer, from weight management to... -
Drinking This Regularly Could Stop Breast Cancer Cells from Growing
Ladies, you may want to swap out your morning cup of coffee for an alternative hot beverage. -
My Mom Had Breast Cancer—Here’s Why I Won’t Get the BRCA Test
A simple blood test could determine whether I have a gene mutation that puts me... -
Abnormal Mammogram? 7 Questions You Must Ask
You need these answers about your mammogram results. -
Breast Cancer in Men: 8 Subtle Signs and Symptoms
Fewer men get breast cancer than women, but men still need to be aware of... -
10 Foods That May Help Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk
No food can prevent (or cure) breast cancer, but adding these to your diet may... -
13 Breast Cancer Myths You Can Safely Ignore
We asked top oncologists the myths they hear the most. Here are the facts about breast cancer. -
6 Simple Changes You Can Make to Prevent Breast Cancer
Ask yourself: "Am I doing all I can to prevent breast cancer?" These lifestyle strategies...
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The Age You Sip Your First Drink Could Determine Your Risk for Breast Cancer
Depending on how old you were when you knocked back your first drink—and how... -
8 Signs of Breast Cancer You Might Be Ignoring (Besides a Lump)
Nearly 250,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. It’s important to pay... -
These 14 Women Are Grateful for Their BRCA Diagnosis—Here’s Why
Learning that you're high risk for one or several types cancers is undoubtedly scary and... -
Study Sheds Light on How Certain Foods May Impact Breast Cancer
Researchers looked at how compounds in green tea and broccoli sprouts affected laboratory-grown breast cancer...