Breast Cancer - Prevention

Is it possible that certain widely-used pain relievers may have a role in cancer prevention and treatment?

This supplement has a big reputation, but what do the studies show when it comes to cancer prevention?

One study stated that women with the highest self-reported use of household cleaning products had twice the risk of developing breast cancer. What should you do?

In late 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) created a brouhaha among cancer organizations, physicians, women's advocacy groups, and patients when it released its updated mammography screening recommendations. Here are the highlights from these guidelines.

Do multivitamins help prevent cancer? Or do they contribute to the risks? Find out here.

A positive result on a cancer screening test means you have cancer, right? Not necessarily.

You can significantly reduce your risk for breast cancer recurrence by addressing three lifestyle-related risk factors: being overweight, smoking, and drinking excess alcohol.

An easy way to help prevent breast cancer and increase survival in breast cancer patients may be as close as your medicine cabinet. Two new studies add to the growing body of evidence that aspirin could possibly play a role inhibiting the development and recurrence of breast cancer.

Studies suggest the mango may be effective in preventing the growth of colon cancer cells. An added benefit? It may ward off breast cancer, too.

With all the emphasis on early cancer screening, it s no surprise that at-home screening tests are becoming widely available. However, just because you can screen yourself for some cancers, does that mean you should?

Sex has innumerable benefits, and growing evidence is proving that improved heart health is one of them.

Americans are exposed to about 100,000 chemicals daily, and scientists have linked at least 220 of them to the development of cancer.

Women who have survived breast cancer are understandably concerned that they will develop a second breast cancer. However, recent research shows that by limiting their alcohol consumption, breast cancer survivors significantly reduce their risk recurrence.

Dr. Anne Wallace, professor of clinical surgery and director of UCSD Moore's Cancer Center Breast Care Unit, answers a reader's question about tests that can detect breast cancer.

There's good news for post-menopausal women who are at high risk for developing certain types of breast cancers. Researchers say a common spice may protect against some breast cancers. Even better, this ingredient is probably already in your kitchen pantry.

Mammograms save lives. This is the prevailing message from the medical community to women about breast cancer screening. But is it the right message?

Until recently, the traditional mammogram was the gold standard for breast cancer screening. Today, digital mammograms are also an option. Which is better?

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When it comes to rules about getting mammograms, who's right?

Study sheds new light on the diabetes and breast cancer link.

Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging, or thermography, may be the best breast cancer screening tool you ve never heard of.

Here s a look at the five deadliest cancers and the factors that may increase your risk.

Numerous studies over the past seven years have produced conflicting results as to whether certain antidepressants reduce the effectiveness of tamoxifen, a drug women with breast cancer often take.

With so many women being diagnosed with breast cancer every year, it may seem inevitable that you or someone you know will get it. The good news is there are many things you can do to help prevent the disease.

After 20 years of treating breast cancer with less invasive techniques such as a lumpectomy, the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction. Now, many women are opting to have both breasts removed after they develop cancer in one breast. If you are facing breast cancer, here s what you should know.

How are these most feared diseases related?

Can you utilize the power of antioxidants for breast cancer treatment?

You know exercise is good for your heart, but did you know it also plays an important role in preventing and treating breast cancer?

Reducing your alcohol consumption reduces your risk of developing cancer.

Those who stand in the limelight also stand up to and for cancer.