Does Alcohol Increase Your Risk of Breast Cancer?
Alcohol intake and breast cancer risk — helpful information to help you weigh the risks vs benefits.
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Latest News from North American Menopause Society 2018 Convention
Got Menopause??Here is the latest information from the Oct. 2018 North American Menopause Society Convention.
Hot Flash Guide
Have you ever had a hot flash at just the wrong moment? Maybe you’re having coffee with your girlfriend and all of a sudden you burst into a fit of heat and sweat. It can be strange, uncomfortable, and downright embarrassing! Don’t worry, you are not alone! Most women experience hot flash symptoms during perimenopause and menopause; however, knowing this …
More Women Are Getting BRCA Mutation Testing
About 5-10% of breast cancer cases and 10-18% of ovarian cancer cases can be attributed to two BRCA mutations. Previously, mainly women with a history of cancer were referred for genetic testing, but as awareness has grown, more low-risk women are undergoing BRCA testing. BRCA testing allows for very early screening and prophylactic treatments. A …
Chemotherapy or No Chemotherapy- Learn About the Oncotype DX Test
If you or someone you love is post-menopausal and diagnosed with stage one breast cancer, I suggest you speak the doctor about the Oncotype DX test. This test can help you and your doctor choose the best treatment for you. It can be one of the deciding factors on whether or not you need to have chemotherapy. …
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