Harmful chemicals found in toys and canned food at US discount stores
Among the products that tested positive for chemicals were colorful baby toys, as well as canned foods and non-stick cookwareLymphedema 101
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
“Trojan Horse” Nanoparticles Kill Cancer Cells Without Drugs
Scientists have created a “Trojan horse” that sneaks anticancer nanoparticles into cancer cells and causes them to self-destruct without any drugs.
Adolescent and Young Adult Breast Cancer
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.
US Oil Refineries Expose Communities to Cancer-Causing Benzene, Report Finds
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...
Psychedelics may ease cancer patients’ depression, anxiety
My clinical trial suggests they might have a meaningful, positive effect in treating mood issues.
‘People really need to know’: can we trust beauty products to be safe?
In a shocking new docuseries, the highly unregulated and highly dangerous world of cosmetics is thrust into the spotlight
Hoda Kotb Opens Up About Seeing Her Scars, Body After Mastectomy
The TODAY anchor reveals her journey, from troubled to triumphant, with post-surgical body image.
Papillary breast cancer: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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.
Cardamom compound could help treat triple-negative breast cancer
“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.”
What Is HER2?
Understanding the genetic changes found in your breast tumor can help you and your care team design the most effective treatment combination.
Women More Likely To Have Severe Side Effects From Cancer Treatment
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.
What You Eat Can Reprogram Your Genes – An Expert Explains the Emerging Science of Nutrigenomics
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.
Microplastics found deep in people’s lungs for the first time
A study in lung tissue obtained from participants after surgery found microplastics in all lung regions, including in the deeper sections.
Strawberries, spinach, leafy greens top ‘Dirty Dozen’
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...
6 Things I Wish Someone Told Me About Breast Reconstruction
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....
EPA moves to ban the most common cause of cancer-causing asbestos
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.
How I Stay Positive Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Sometimes facing the worst-case scenario makes life simpler
Lump on breast: Types, diagnosis, and other symptoms
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...
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