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July 7th 2025
It took years to understand why my mastectomy site looked different. Knowing I healed correctly for my procedure helped me accept my new normal.
Treatment Options Expanding in HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
December 4th 2017Treatment options for patients with HER2-positive breast cancer continue to expand, especially after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of Nerlynx (neratinib) earlier in 2017 and the more recent priority review designation of Perjeta (pertuzumab).
How Do You Retire a Prosthesis?
November 26th 2017Silicone doesn't last forever. After a few years of constant wear, a prosthesis breaks down and is no longer functional. Some women become very attached to their replacement breasts and find it difficult to say goodbye. This is one survivor's light hearted look at what to do with worn out breast forms.
Make Collecting Family Health History Part of Your Thanksgiving Plans
November 17th 2017For some, being home for the holidays means lots of extra family time. Bright Pink, a national nonprofit focused on the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer, shares how women can take advantage of this opportunity to enrich their knowledge about their family's health history.