Breast Cancer

In a recent study, obesity was linked to an increased risk of recurrence for patients with HR-positive, early-stage breast cancer.

Patients with HR-positive, HER2-negative high-risk early breast cancer tended to experience improved invasive disease and distant relapse-free survival after adding Verzenio to endocrine therapy.

Cancer forced me to face my mortality — and in doing so, I crafted a bucket list and embraced the true meaning of life.

Central nervous system progression-free survival was shown to improve with Enhertu than with alternative treatments for patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer and brain metastases.

Neoadjuvant Keytruda plus chemotherapy followed by adjuvant Keytruda plus endocrine therapy generated a statistically significant increase in pathologic complete response compared to pre-surgical placebo and chemotherapy followed by adjuvant Keytruda and endocrine therapy for patients with high-risk, early-stage, estrogen receptor–positive, HER2-negative breast cancer.

Dato-DXd lengthened the average time it took patients with HR-positive, HER2-low or -negative metastatic breast cancer to experience disease progression, study results showed.

Some patients with breast cancer who took Verzenio plus endocrine therapy two years after initial treatment demonstrated improved efficacy.

My 5-year mark prompted me to reflect on my entire experience…and how far I have come.

Sally Joy Wolf, who has metastatic breast cancer, tells CURE about how some patients can feel adrift during the annual October “sea of pink.”

The benefit of neurofeedback by a closed-loop brain-computer interface was prominent when treating chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in patients with breast cancer.

Being there for someone who is in need does more than you think.

Dr Noor Abuhadra discusses the various first-line treatment options for metastatic TNBC, highlighting the importance of PDL1 expression for immunotherapy and germline testing for targeted therapies like PARP inhibitors. Patient Shay Elkins shares her treatment journey, from her initial chemo and immunotherapy to surgical intervention, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative approach with her healthcare team and the supportive role of nursing staff.

One expert explained how patients with breast cancer have an increased risk for blood clots, even though one recently published survey determined that not many patients are aware of this.

Suzanne Somers, who was known for her role on “Three’s Company,” died the day before her 77th birthday.

A local art exhibit allowed expressive creativity on a unique canvas to raise breast cancer awareness.

I’ve been having a wonderful (well…maybe challenging is the right word) growing season this past year, learning how to be a better collaborator.

As drugs are getting “better and better,” breast surgery could be omitted, potentially offering improved results for patients with some invasive breast cancers.

The FDA granted fast track designation for a new inhibitor to treat patients with advanced or metastatic HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer.

Each October, we’re surrounded by the color pink as breast cancer awareness month gets into full swing. It can be a challenging time for many, but also a time of celebration.

As Len Goodman’s cause of death was announced and LSU defenseman Greg Brooks announces rare form of brain cancer, here is what’s happening in the oncology space this week.

There are so many aspects of survivorship that I found myself unprepared for. One deeply personal aspect that caught me completely off guard goes back to my childhood.

Now in its fifth edition, “The Complete Guide to Breast Reconstruction: Choosing the Best Options After Your Mastectomy” by two-time breast cancer survivor Kathy Steligo offers patients comprehensive, up-to-date information.

When mentioning “breast cancer” in a story about my college experience is not allowed, I considered alternatives to the medical term that describes my situation best.

“Any family history of cancer could well be relevant” for individuals who may not realize they could be at risk for genetic cancer, according to an expert.