Mediterranean diet may prevent breast cancer, but there are other reasons to pour on the olive oil
This study has some important limitations. It could, like other “encouraging” preliminary studies, burn brightly like a meteor for a while before subsequent research with more sobering results causes it to peter out. Fortunately, we know that the Mediterranean eating pattern prevents heart disease, a leading killer. The evidence for whether it fights breast cancer may be preliminary, but women can still consider it a smart bet.
“What is the actual risk of choosing a Mediterranean diet high in olive oil? It’s not much,” Dr. Overmoyer says. “It may be a little more expensive, but it’s still a healthy choice. Th...
Source: New Harvard Health Information - September 17, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Daniel Pendick Tags: Breast Cancer Healthy Eating Mediterranean diet olive oil Source Type: news
Study: Aggressive early breast cancer treatments may not help survival
Lumpectomies and subsequent radiation in early breast cancer cases appear to have little effect on long-term survival rates for patients, according to a new study by the journal JAMA Oncology.
The Washington Post reports that the study tracked more than 100,000 women. Those who had a lumpectomy and radiation after the discovery of early cancer lesions — a noninvasive cancer called Stage 0 — did not see higher survival rates even though the aggressive treatment diminished the odds of the cancer… (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Physician Practices headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Physician Practices headlines - August 21, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news
Large DCIS Study Is 'Compelling Case' for ChangeLarge DCIS Study Is 'Compelling Case' for Change
Currently, most cases of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) are treated with the standard of lumpectomy plus radiotherapy. But is it all necessary with such a very low death rate at 20 years? Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines - August 20, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Doubt Is Raised Over Value of Surgery for Breast Lesion at Earliest Stage
Almost all women given a diagnosis of ductal carcinoma in situ, considered a possible precursor to breast cancer, have a lumpectomy or mastectomy, but data show they may not benefit. (Source: NYT Health)
Source: NYT Health - August 20, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: GINA KOLATA Tags: Mastectomy Research Steven A. Narod Breast Cancer D.C.I.S. Source Type: news
Ten Ways to Cut Epidemic of Breast Cancer ReoperationTen Ways to Cut Epidemic of Breast Cancer Reoperation
Too many lumpectomies have to be repeated, which is a financial and physical burden. Now there is a 'toolbox' to help reduce the problem. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - August 12, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
Novilase Procedure Destroys Breast Fibroadenoma...
Breast fibroadenomas are usually removed by lumpectomy if they are troublesome. A new procedure called Novilase destroys fibroadenomas using a laser. Novilase laser ablation of breast fibroadenomas is being tested in clinical trials. Learn more about laser ablation of breast fibroadenomas here. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - August 6, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Epidemic of Breast Cancer Resurgeries in the USEpidemic of Breast Cancer Resurgeries in the US
Resurgery after lumpectomy for breast cancer is a problem of epidemic proportions and could be reduced with cavity shaving. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines - August 5, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
GE Capital backs Cianna Medical in $8m round
Cianna Medical said today that it raised $8 million for its Savi Scout breast cancer device, including a $4 million debt round from GE Capital and another $4 million equity round from existing backers.
Aliso Viejo, Calif.-based Cianna’s Savi Scout is designed to produce audible and visual indicators surgeons can use to tag cancerous tissue during lumpectomy and biopsy procedures.
The surgeon uses a hand piece that emits infrared light and electromagnetic waves to locate a reflector placed in target tissue as long as a week before surgery. After reaching the surgical bulls-eye, the surgeon takes out the target tissu...
Source: Mass Device - July 16, 2015 Category: Medical Equipment Authors: Brad Perriello Tags: Funding Roundup Surgical Women's Health Breast Cancer Cianna Medical Source Type: news
Navigating Radiation Therapy after a Lumpectomy
Navigating the weeks of radiation treatment takes planning.. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 16, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Breast cancer treatment with fewer potential side effects has equally good patient outcomes, UCLA study shows
A new study by UCLA scientists has found that women diagnosed with breast cancer and treated with a one-week regimen of partial breast radiation after the surgical removal of the tumor, or lumpectomy, saw no increase in cancer recurrence or difference in cosmetic outcomes compared to women who received radiation of the entire breast for a period of up to six weeks after surgery. The study is one of the largest ever done on partial breast irradiation.
The study lasted two decades and was led by Dr. Mitchell Kamrava, an assistant professor of radiation oncology at UCLA and member of the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center. ...
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - June 26, 2015 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Why This Mom Is Sharing Pictures Of Her Body After Breast Cancer Surgery
One courageous woman wants to spread awareness about breast cancer by sharing gorgeous images of her body after surgery.
(Some images below may be considered NSFW.)
Jennifer, a mother of two and breast cancer survivor, came across photographer Natalie McCain's The Honest Body Project, and wanted to participate. The project, which showcases intimate portraits of mothers' bodies alongside narratives about their lives, aims to empower mothers to feel good about their bodies and help instill body confidence in their children. Jennifer wanted to represent a specific group of moms -- those who are battling, or have survived,...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - June 23, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
More women with breast cancer choose lumpectomy
Breast-conserving surgery is becoming more common for early cancers (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - June 19, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
More Breast Cancer Patients Opting for Lumpectomy: Study
Title: More Breast Cancer Patients Opting for Lumpectomy: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/17/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/18/2015 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cancer General)
Source: MedicineNet Cancer General - June 18, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
More Breast Cancer Patients Opting for Lumpectomy: Study
Experts often recommend this breast-conserving surgery, but many with early disease still choose mastectomy (Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology)
Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology - June 17, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: webmaster at doctorslounge.com Tags: Oncology, Surgery, News, Source Type: news
More Breast Cancer Patients Opting for Lumpectomy
Experts often recommend this breast-conserving surgery, but many with early disease still choose mastectomy
Source: HealthDay
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Source: MedlinePlus Health News - June 17, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
