November 2007 Research News

3-D mammography cuts false-positive rates by half
November 29, 2007
Stereoscopic digital mammography can reduce the number of false positive mammogram results. But the technique is very new and not widely available yet. Read more...

Breast cancer pain more severe in non-whites
November 26, 2007
Non-white women have more severe pain with advanced breast cancer than white women. Read more...

BRCA genes raise breast cancer risk for men too
November 27, 2007
Men with an abnormal BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene have an increased risk of breast cancer. Read more...

Side effects vary by breast cancer maintenance therapy
November 14, 2007
Hormonal therapy medicines used to reduce the risk of recurrence have different side effects. Read more...

Dieting reduces lymphedema after breast cancer
November 13, 2007
Losing weight may help ease lymphedema in obese women after breast cancer surgery. Read more...

Breast cancer recurrence more likely in black women
November 1, 2007
A new study adds to research saying that lumpectomy plus radiation therapy is a good option for African American women with early breast cancer. Read more...