May 2007 Research News

Researchers find big batch of breast cancer genes
May 28, 2007
Researchers have found that abnormalities in four genes may be linked to increased breast cancer risk. Read more...

Cancer gene carriers cut risk with ovarian surgery
May 25, 2007
A new study adds more evidence that removing the ovaries reduces breast cancer risk for women with an abnormal BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. Read more...

Exercise helps women after breast cancer treatment
May 22, 2007
A new study confirms that aerobic exercise improves quality of life for women treated for breast cancer. Read more...

Lumpectomy safe for younger breast cancer patients
May 24, 2007
Lumpectomy followed by radiation and chemotherapy can be a good option for women under 40. Read more...

Hair relaxers not seen linked to breast cancer
May 21, 2007
New research shows no link between hair relaxers and breast cancer. Read more...

Drop in U.S. mammography rate worries cancer experts
May 14, 2007
Researchers worry that fewer U.S. women getting mammograms will mean more women die from the disease. Read more...

Men less likely to survive early breast cancer
May 09, 2007
Men have worse survival than women when diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Read more…

Combination HRT linked to lower-risk breast cancers
May 09, 2007
Breast cancer diagnosed after combination HRT tends to have a better prognosis than cancer diagnosed after estrogen-only HRT. Read more…

Obese women less likely to be screened for cancer
May 08, 2007
Overweight women are less like to be screened for breast and cervical cancer. Read more…

Barbecue lovers may have higher breast cancer risk
May 03, 2007
New study suggests increased breast cancer risk for post-menopausal women who consume barbecued meats. Read more…

Herceptin gets European OK for breast cancer
May 03, 2007
Herceptin plus hormonal therapy for advanced breast cancer is approved in Europe. Read more…