Research News for February 2012
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Research Strongly Supports Regular Mammograms Starting at Age 40
Results from a large study strongly support the value of regular mammogram screenings starting at age 40.
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Specific Type of Counseling Can Help Ease Hot Flashes
Cognitive behavioral therapy may help ease treatment-related hot flashes.
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Breast Cancer Can Be Treated During Pregnancy
Most women can carry a baby to full term if diagnosed when pregnant; some treatments can be given during pregnancy while others should wait until after delivery.
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Women Older Than 65 Have Worse Outcomes After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
A large study has found that women older than 65 diagnosed with early-stage, hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer had worse outcomes than younger women with similar diagnoses.
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Aromasin Reduces Risk But Weakens Bones
Research shows that Aromasin is good at lowering breast cancer risk in high-risk postmenopausal women, but weakens bones.
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Exercise Improves Quality of Life After Cancer Treatment
A new study confirms that people who regularly exercised after cancer treatment felt better physically and emotionally compared to people who didn't exercise regularly.
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