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Researchers launch detailed atlas with environment and health maps

Researchers have launched a detailed atlas with environment and health maps at a fine scale across England and Wales.

25 Apr 2014

Development of nervous system may play pivotal role in spread of breast cancer

New research led by a scientist at the University of York reveals that a process that forms a key element in the development of the nervous system may also play a pivotal role in the spread of breast cancer.

25 Apr 2014

Research shows why breast cancer often metastasizes to lung

New research led by Alison Allan, PhD, a scientist at Western University and the Lawson Health Research Institute, shows why breast cancer often spreads or metastasizes to the lung.

25 Apr 2014

Anxiety experienced with false-positive mammogram does not negatively impact woman's well-being

Dartmouth researchers have found that the anxiety experienced with a false-positive mammogram is temporary and does not negatively impact a woman's overall well-being. Their findings are reported in "Consequences of False-Positive Screening Mammograms," which was published online in the April 21, 2014 JAMA Internal Medicine.

23 Apr 2014

IMPAKT breast cancer conference abstracts online

Xenografts and mathematical modelling; liquid biopsy; nanotechnology; next generation genomics- Science is running fast and the impact of new technologies in the care of patients with breast cancer will be at the core of the sixth edition of the IMPAKT conference on translational research in breast cancer.

22 Apr 2014

ACR, SBI oppose NEJM article on ending breast cancer screening programs

The American College of Radiology (ACR) and Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) agree with statements by Andorno and Jüni, in their recent article published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), that women need clear information with which to discuss mammography with their doctor.

22 Apr 2014

Study evaluates stigma and public perceptions related to lung cancer

It's not uncommon these days to find a colored ribbon representing a disease. A pink ribbon is well known to signify breast cancer. But what color ribbon does one think of with lung cancer?

22 Apr 2014

BRI scientists receive grant to study new approach to blocking metastatic breast cancer

Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason recently received a grant to research how blocking a particular molecule in metastatic breast cancer reduces both the growth of primary tumors and the number of lung metastases.

21 Apr 2014

At 8 million sign-ups, health law enrollment surpasses target

President Barack Obama hailed the latest tally of people who gained insurance as a result of the health law. News outlets also look inside this latest round of data to find out what information the administration is providing and what is still to come.

19 Apr 2014

Viewpoints: Obamacare still has more challenges; GOP needs to help make law work; census change is not Obama's decision

The first open enrollment period under the Affordable Care Act ended this week with roughly 7.5 million people obtaining policies through the new state insurance exchanges, including more than 1.3 million at Covered California.

18 Apr 2014

B1/Cdk1 protein which plays key role in cell division also boosts power of mitochondrial activity

An international team led by researchers at UC Davis has shown that the cyclin B1/Cdk1 protein complex, which plays a key role in cell division, also boosts the mitochondrial activity to power that process.

18 Apr 2014

College of American Pathologists and ASC sign MOU to advance delivery of cytopathology services

The College of American Pathologists and the American Society of Cytopathology announced today the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on initiatives to advance the delivery of cytopathology services and improve patient care.

17 Apr 2014

Researchers develop class of drugs to lessen impact of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

A class of drugs developed to treat immune-related conditions and cancer - including one currently in clinical trials for glioblastoma and other tumors - eliminates neural inflammation associated with dementia-linked diseases and brain injuries, according to UC Irvine researchers.

17 Apr 2014

Waist circumference, body mass index, and postmenopausal breast cancer incidence

A study of predominantly white women finds a larger waist circumference is associated with higher risk of postmenopausal breast cancer, but not beyond its contribution to BMI. The study, by American Cancer Society researchers, fails to confirm previous findings that body shape itself is an independent risk factor for breast cancer. The current study appears in the April 2014 issue of Cancer Causes, and Control.

16 Apr 2014

New fiber-optic device helps clinicians diagnose cancer at early-stage

An engineering researcher at the University of Arkansas has developed an inexpensive, endoscopic microscope capable of producing high-resolution, sub-cellular images of tissue in real time.

16 Apr 2014

WHI study shows no significant link between vitamin D levels and menopause symptoms

A new study from the Women's Health Initiative shows no significant connection between vitamin D levels and menopause symptoms. The study was published online today in Menopause, the journal of The North American Menopause Society.

16 Apr 2014

New blood test accurately detects presence of breast cancer and monitors response to treatment

Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center investigators report they have designed a blood test that accurately detects the presence of advanced breast cancer and also holds promise for precisely monitoring response to cancer treatment.

15 Apr 2014

EventusDx completes $2.72M financing to support development, commercialization of Octava breast cancer tests

Eventus Diagnostics, Inc. today announced completion of a $2.72 million financing. The financing was led by a new family office private investor, and existing investors also participated. Proceeds of the financing will mostly be used to support the continued development and commercialization of the company's Octava breast cancer tests.

15 Apr 2014

Researchers investigate role of microRNAs in breast cancer cells

Metastasis — the spreading of cancer cells from a primary tumor site to other parts of the body — generally leads to poorer outcomes for patients, so oncologists and researchers are constantly seeking new ways to detect and thwart this malicious process.

15 Apr 2014

Genetic evidence confirms role of group of virus-fighting genes in cancer development

Researchers have found a major piece of genetic evidence that confirms the role of a group of virus-fighting genes in cancer development.

15 Apr 2014

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Latest Breast Cancer News and Research

Researchers launch detailed atlas with environment and health maps

Development of nervous system may play pivotal role in spread of breast cancer

Research shows why breast cancer often metastasizes to lung

Anxiety experienced with false-positive mammogram does not negatively impact woman's well-being

IMPAKT breast cancer conference abstracts online

ACR, SBI oppose NEJM article on ending breast cancer screening programs

Study evaluates stigma and public perceptions related to lung cancer

BRI scientists receive grant to study new approach to blocking metastatic breast cancer

At 8 million sign-ups, health law enrollment surpasses target

Viewpoints: Obamacare still has more challenges; GOP needs to help make law work; census change is not Obama's decision

B1/Cdk1 protein which plays key role in cell division also boosts power of mitochondrial activity

College of American Pathologists and ASC sign MOU to advance delivery of cytopathology services

Researchers develop class of drugs to lessen impact of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

Waist circumference, body mass index, and postmenopausal breast cancer incidence

New fiber-optic device helps clinicians diagnose cancer at early-stage

WHI study shows no significant link between vitamin D levels and menopause symptoms

New blood test accurately detects presence of breast cancer and monitors response to treatment

EventusDx completes $2.72M financing to support development, commercialization of Octava breast cancer tests

Researchers investigate role of microRNAs in breast cancer cells

Genetic evidence confirms role of group of virus-fighting genes in cancer development

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