by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 21, 2022 | News
An advocate shares her struggle with pain from metastatic breast cancer including multiple types of pain like breakthrough pain, bone pain & chronic pain.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 20, 2022 | News
Among the products that tested positive for chemicals were colorful baby toys, as well as canned foods and non-stick cookware
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 20, 2022 | News
Marcia Beck, a clinical nurse specialist and certified lymphedema therapist, explains what lymphedema is, where it can develop, risk factors, and how lymphedema is treated. Source: Lymphedema 101
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 19, 2022 | News
Scientists have created a “Trojan horse” that sneaks anticancer nanoparticles into cancer cells and causes them to self-destruct without any drugs.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 18, 2022 | News
Rebecca Johnson, MD, discusses issues that are more challenging for younger women with breast cancer, reconstruction considerations for young women, and her advice for a newly diagnosed adolescent or young woman.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 17, 2022 | News
Last year, a dozen oil refineries in the U.S. exceeded the federal maximum level for average emissions of the highly toxic carcinogen benzene, according to a new report by the Environmental Integrity Project (EIP). Five of the refineries were in Texas, four in...
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 16, 2022 | News
My clinical trial suggests they might have a meaningful, positive effect in treating mood issues.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 15, 2022 | News
In a shocking new docuseries, the highly unregulated and highly dangerous world of cosmetics is thrust into the spotlight
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 15, 2022 | News
The TODAY anchor reveals her journey, from troubled to triumphant, with post-surgical body image.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 14, 2022 | News
Papillary breast cancer is a rare type of cancer that typically affects people who have been through menopause. With the right care, most people can expect to recover from this form of breast cancer.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 14, 2022 | News
“We believe [cardamonin] has a great potential as an anticancer compound that could be used in triple-negative breast cancer prevention or in combination with existing drugs.”
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 13, 2022 | News
Understanding the genetic changes found in your breast tumor can help you and your care team design the most effective treatment combination.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 13, 2022 | News
If you’re being treated for breast cancer, are you having one or more severe side effects? A study found that women have a 34% higher risk of severe side effects from cancer treatment than men.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 12, 2022 | News
The latest evidence suggests that food “talks” to our genome, which is the genetic blueprint that directs the way the body functions down to the cellular level.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 11, 2022 | News
A study in lung tissue obtained from participants after surgery found microplastics in all lung regions, including in the deeper sections.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 10, 2022 | News
The Dirty Dozen and the Clean Fifteen are EWG’s lists of the most and least pesticide-contaminated conventionally grown fruits and vegetables, respectively. They are components of the annual Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce, a popular report EWG has released...
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 9, 2022 | News
It’s important to know all your options because breast reconstruction is a huge decision. While you can always make changes later, that first decision is a big surgery and you will feel more comfortable and empowered knowing you understood your options....
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 8, 2022 | News
The Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed to ban chrysotile asbestos, the most common form of the toxic mineral still used in the United States.
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 8, 2022 | News
Sometimes facing the worst-case scenario makes life simpler
by Janet Maker, Ph.D. | May 7, 2022 | News
Different types of lumps can develop in the left, right, or both breasts. These may be due to noncancerous tumors or cysts, or infections. If a person notices any changes in sensation or appearance of the breast, it is essential to consult a doctor to rule out any...