Breast cancer treatment has seen a big change with a new way to deliver drugs. This method uses tiny particles to carry the medicine directly to the tumor. This is a big deal because it makes the treatment work better and causes fewer side effects. The old way of delivering drugs often caused probl
Breast cancer is a serious health issue. Finding it early can make a big difference in treatment and survival rates. Mammograms are often used to detect potential problems, but they aren't always clear-cut. Doctors use a system called BI-RADS to categorize findings, but category 4 is a gray area. It
Breast cancer treatments have come a long way, but resistance to drugs is still a big hurdle. One such drug, trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd), is used to treat breast cancer that has spread and has a specific marker called HER2. However, over time, the cancer often becomes resistant to this treatment.
In China, breast cancer patients often feel anxious and sad during their treatment. This can make their lives harder and their treatment less effective. A recent study looked at whether adding fun activities and learning sessions could help these patients feel better. The study involved 280 women w
Breast cancer research is getting a helping hand from people who have experienced it firsthand. A new project called ShareForCures® is gathering information from patients to help scientists understand the disease better. This isn't just about collecting data; it's about giving a voice to those who h
Breast cancer is a serious issue. Doctors often use mammograms and ultrasounds to find it early. These tools give pictures of the breast. But can they do more? Can they provide numbers and data that help doctors make better decisions? Some experts think so. They believe that looking at the numbers
Black women facing money troubles often struggle to keep up with breast cancer meds. A recent study tried to find better ways to help them. The goal was to make sure these women take their pills as prescribed. The study focused on Black women with lower incomes. These women often have a hard time s
Breast cancer treatment often involves radiation therapy, which can be tough on healthy cells too. Scientists are looking for ways to protect these good cells while still effectively targeting cancer cells. One promising idea is using metal complexes, like those with copper and manganese, as protect
In a show of community spirit, a credit union from Saginaw Township recently handed over a $1, 000 check to help in the battle against breast cancer. The money, raised throughout October, is headed to the MyMichigan Health Foundation in Midland. This cash boost will go towards educating patients, pr
When it comes to breast cancer treatment, BMI is often seen as a key factor. But new research suggests that it's not the only thing that matters. Metabolic and inflammatory markers might play a bigger role in how well patients respond to treatment. Breast cancer is a complex disease. Treatment can
