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Answers to concerns most women have about tamoxifen -- what is it, how does it work and how would it benefit or adversely affect them.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

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This booklet has important information about breast cancer. You will read about possible causes, screening, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. You will also find ideas about how to c... Details >

National Cancer Institute

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Adjuvant therapy is treatment given in addition to the primary therapy to kill any cancer cells that may have spread, even if the spread cannot be detected by radiologic or laboratory tests. Studies h... Details >

National Cancer Institute

This fact sheet describes the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes and related link to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Learn what to do if a person tests positive for one of these alterations, and the conseque... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Breast cancer is one of the most commonly occurring cancers among women, and can affect men as well. This reference summary will help you understand the diagnosis and treatment options of breast cance... Details >

National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health

You can take control of your healthcare by developing an early detection plan and encouraging others to do the same. Remember—early detection saves lives! ... Details >

National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.  

Breast cancer prevention starts with your own health habits — such as staying physically active, limiting alcohol and eating right.... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Use this tool to find out if any of the known risk factors for breast cancer apply to you.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Beyond The Shock® is an online resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, offering educational videos, an online community, questions and answers, and stories of hope. ... Details >

National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.  

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There are ways you can help lower your risk of breast cancer, such as keeping a healthy weight and physical activity routine. ... Details >

Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Answer questions on a flow chart that describe breast problems experienced by women--lumps, pain, discharge or skin problems that signal both minor and more serious problems. Follow the flow chart to... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  

Make an informed decision about your cancer treatment. Use this tool for a detailed analysis of your specific condition, statistical breakdown of treatment types, and pinpoint the exact topics you sho... Details >

American Cancer Society  

If you're at high risk of breast cancer, preventive medication — chemoprevention — may be an option. Two drugs, tamoxifen (Nolvadex) and raloxifene (Evista) — now have official FDA approval to help pr... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

Also available in: Chinese-Simplified   

Breast cancer is a common cancer in North America, affecting about I in 9 women in the course of their lifetime. Although curable if detected early, breast cancer is the major cause of cancer deaths i... Details >

FCMS International Office  

The Food and Drug Administration says women with implants may have a very small, but increased risk of developing anaplastic large cell lymphoma, or ALCL. If you have implants, discuss your concerns w... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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Search for free and low-cost screenings in your state—use the interactive map to find local contacts for breast and cervical cancer screening.... Details >

Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Find a state listing of FORCE outreach networks that offer peer support and resources to people affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.... Details >

FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered  

Locate a National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program near you that offers free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screening services.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Genetic testing to estimate breast and ovarian cancer risk may prompt many emotional and psychological reactions. How will getting the news that you've tested positive or negative affect you? ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

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It's easy to perform a breast self-examination (BSE). and it only takes a few minutes. A BSE can help women detect cysts or other benign (noncancerous) breast problems between checkups. It can also... Details >

The Nemours Foundation  

Research suggests that women with low levels of vitamin D have a higher risk of breast cancer. Vitamin D may play a role in controlling normal breast cell growth and may be able to stop breast cancer ... Details >

breastcancer.org  

This page provides information about mastectomy, the removal of breast tissue to treat or prevent breast cancer. Learn about the different types of mastectomy, woman’s options for reconstruction, and ... Details >

FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered  

In women at increased risk of breast cancer, drugs such as tamoxifen and raloxifene have been shown to reduce the risk, but these drugs can have their own risks and side effects. Here you'll find inf... Details >

American Cancer Society  

Choose a state, territory or American Indian/Alaska Native organization from the map provided. Find a complete list of program contacts here as well. ... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Search the National Consortium of Breast Centers Directory to locate a breast center in your area.... Details >

National Consortium of Breast Centers, Inc.  

This site lets you search for breast professionals and centers in your area.... Details >

National Consortium of Breast Centers, Inc.  

The Native American Cancer Education for Survivors (NACES) program is designed to help improve the quality of life for Native American breast cancer survivors and those who care for them.... Details >

National Indian Women's Health Resource Center  

This document discusses preventive mastectomy--a surgical procedure for the removal of one or both breasts to prevent or reduce the risk of breast cancer.... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Finding out you're at high risk of breast cancer leads to difficult questions and decisions. One such question is whether to have prophylactic (preventive) mastectomy — surgery to remove one or both b... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

The Questions to Ask the Doctor About Breast Cancer series includes 14 topic cards on a variety of breast cancer issues. Each card contains pertinent questions to discuss with your doctor regarding a ... Details >

Susan G. Komen for the Cure  

Examining your breasts is an important way to find breast cancer early, when it's most likely to be cured. ... Details >

breastcancer.org  

This document provides information about common breast changes that occur at various life stages and follow-up tests such as mammograms and biopsies. It helps women understand their screening results ... Details >

National Cancer Institute

Doctors know that women with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop breast cancer. Learn how age, personal and family health history, alcohol consumption and other factors place w... Details >

National Cancer Institute

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This brief, step-by-step guide will help you to understand the steps doctors take to distinguish a benign from a cancerous lump, including diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI and biopsy.... Details >

Susan G. Komen for the Cure  

To estimate your risk of breast cancer and learn about ways to lower that risk, take a few minutes to answer some questions about your health, background, and lifestyle. ... Details >

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