French Researchers Make Breakthrough in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Relapses
French researchers have identified a cellular resistance mechanism linked to relapses of triple-negative breast cancer, the National Center…
Why do pregnancy, breastfeeding reduce risk of breast cancer? Latest science finds clues
This story is part of CBC Health’s Second Opinion, a weekly analysis of health and medical science news…
Readers share experiences of being dismissed by NHS GPs
Too often, young people with serious illnesses are dismissed or told they’re “too young” to be sick –…
Woman Nearly Died in Crash Only to Find Cancerous Lump 2 Years Later. Now Healthy, She Says: ‘Enjoy Every Moment’
NEED TO KNOW A woman and her husband from California nearly died in a head-on collision on Easter…
FDA approves new menopause drug without hormones. Here’s what to know.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lynkuet, a new daily pill from Bayer that provides a…
Starting HRT years before menopause could cut health risks, study finds
Women who use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for at least a decade before their final period may see…
Genetic testing for breast cancer was a game-changer for this Pennsylvania woman
Genetic testing analyzes a person’s DNA to determine their risk for certain diseases. It was a game-changer for…
Genetic testing helps South Florida women face breast cancer head on
When it comes to breast cancer, sometimes the biggest advantage is simply knowing your risk. Genetic testing can…
Advocate and cancer survivor Lainie Jones dies at 41 in Fort Lauderdale
Lainie Jones believed in the power of being early. She credited early detection as the reason she survived…
After her breast cancer diagnosis, this woman says a doctor called her choices ’emotional’ — but self-advocacy helped her get breast reconstruction
For Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day on Oct. 15, Tanya Persaud is opening up about her experience after she…
Scientists reveal new method that could treat patients with advanced prostate cancer
Scientists have found a new method that could treat patients with advanced prostate cancer. Experts at The Institute…
Beyond Just Removing The Tumour
For many women, completing the treatment for breast cancer represents an important milestone. Yet it is equally important…