Breast Cancer

My experience with a cancer biopsy.

A recent study evaluated the low rate and racial disparities in utilization of palliative care.

While many parts of my cancer experience were extremely difficult, I tried to embrace it — and accept help when needed.

Losing someone to cancer never gets easier.

Truqap (capivasertib) with fulvestrant has been approved for the treatment of adults with HR-positive, HER2-negative locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer with one or more PIK3CA/AKT1/PTEN-alterations, the FDA announced.

Sara M. Tolaney, MD, MPH, states that all breast cancers should be tested for estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors; HER2 testing involves an immunohistochemistry stain to quantify protein levels, with 3+ indicating HER2+ disease, 0 indicating HER2- disease, and 1-2+ levels needing additional FISH testing to clarify HER2 status.

Sara M. Tolaney, MD, MPH, introduces the role of HER2 as a breast cancer cell growth receptor and explains HER2-positive versus HER2-negative.

Where I grew up, cancer was not openly discussed.

Patients who had low levels of vitamin D before starting chemotherapy tended to have higher rates of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, but more research is needed in this field.

After receiving a cancer diagnosis, it stays with you 24/7.

Up to a quarter of patients with breast cancer face financial burden due to the cost of supplements, complimentary therapy and alternative medicines which “may decrease adherence to prescribed medications,” researchers found.

An expert explained the different treatment options for patients with estrogen receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer that has recently been diagnosed or has recurred.

Sometimes after a diagnosis of cancer, plans and attending events can become elusive due to symptoms and treatments.

A cancer community creates support and care throughout a cancer experience.

My world turned upside down in April 2013 on the anniversary of my mother in laws death from metastatic breast cancer.

Stephen Peck created a nonprofit that addressed the unique needs of men caring for someone with cancer.

Choosing to share your cancer story is a very personal choice.

From Suzanne Somers’ death from metastatic breast cancer and Julia Louis-Dreyfus discusses her outlook on life post-diagnosis, here is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

A first patient received samuraciclib plus Orserdu in a phase 2 trial, a treatment combination for some patients with HR-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer.

Sometimes, it is better to keep things to yourself when it comes to cancer.

An expert explained how next-generation sequencing can help patients with metastatic breast cancer understand their disease and available treatment options.

I found comfort and peace on social media from different cancer communities.

Who knew how impactful socks could be!

As Georgetown women’s basketball couch Tasha Butts died from cancer and “The Walking Dead” actor Erik Jensen revealed cancer diagnosis, here is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.