Breast Cancer

I’ll never forget the unnamed nurse who stayed calm and gentle while treating me during a dangerous post-surgery infection that could have ended my life.

Recent phase 2 data support combination treatment with samuraciclib for those with HR+ advanced breast cancer following prior CDK4/6 inhibitor therapy.

Dr. Hyman B. Muss discusses the unique challenges that older patients with breast cancer face during and after treatment for their disease.

Treatment with Perjeta, Herceptin and chemotherapy post-surgery led to a significant overall survival benefit in HER2-positive early-stage breast cancer.

Summer heat can worsen my lymphedema, but I’ve learned simple ways to stay cool, reduce swelling and protect my arms — here’s what helps me most.

Dr. Hyman B. Muss discusses the unique facets of care that should inform personalized treatment decision-making for older patients with breast cancer.

I’m 22 years out from breast cancer and forever grateful for the nurses who gave me not just treatment but friendship, laughter and a community of hope.

Treatment with an Enhertu regimen significantly improved pathologic complete responses for patients with high-risk HER2-positive early-stage breast cancer.

New results from a breast cancer-related lymphedema study show the importance of measuring fluid and body composition before treatment begins.

Breast cancer treatment is a physical, emotional, and mental challenge. Facing cancer and its side effects demands extraordinary physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina.

A breast cancer diagnosis brings about many losses.

A chance meeting with my childhood friend reminded me — and others — that living with cancer means taking things one day at a time.

The FDA has granted approval to treatment with Tepylute, a ready-to-dilute version of thiotepa, at 100 mg for breast and ovarian cancers.

I reflect on how a generic mammogram reminder overlooked my experience as a breast cancer survivor and how thoughtful messaging could make a difference.

Enhertu plus Perjeta demonstrated improvement in progression-free survival versus standard treatment in HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.

In some patients with advanced triple-negative breast cancer, Trodelvy plus Keytruda was associated with an improvement in disease progression.

Dr. Rugo has led key breast cancer therapy trials and exudes a passion for serving patients.

I stay in the cancer social media world because it helps me cope, even when friends disappear and I’m left wondering if they’re resting, retreating or gone.

After a mammogram and breast cancer scare, a Broadway show provided a welcome distraction and joy, reminding me of life's beauty.

Dr. Sheri Yolanda Prentiss discusses lymphedema as a result of cancer treatment and shares resources that exist for patients coping with this condition.

Dr. Sheri Yolanda Prentiss explores the challenges patients face in accessing lymphedema compression garments following cancer treatment.

I tried using a Zen garden that helped me meditate and relax while dealing with the challenges of cancer, and it really works.

Lessons I learned from a cancer diagnosis have been applied in some surprising and seemingly unrelated aspects of my life.

Immune response data from FLAMINGO-01 shows positive results in patients with HER2+ breast cancer, suggesting potential for further treatment expansion.

Eleven years post diagnosis and issues related to breast cancer still frustrate me.

I reflect on how cancer has brought out resilience and support in others, even as I struggled with my own battle, and wish others strength in their journeys.

Researchers have found childhood cancer survivors are at risk of experiencing onset of aging-related disease 17.7 years sooner than the general population.

Cancer memories often sneak up on me when I least expect them to.

Survivors facing new medical concerns may fear the unknown, but perseverance is possible as they navigate unexpected challenges in their new normal.