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Cancer Types

Breast Cancer

  • Survivor Profile

    Let’s Talk: Lee Miller

    Drawing on her own struggle with the emotional pain of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, Lee Miller empowers other patients to effectively communicate with their doctors.

    by Jenny Song

  • Yesterday & Today

    A Leading Lady

    Betty Ford's candor about her breast cancer diagnosis helped bring a private issue out of the shadows.

    by Corinna Wu

  • Teaming Up for Better Treatment

    Across the country, survivors' opinions and actions are influencing cancer care.

    by Stephen Ornes

  • Forward Look

    The Dense Breast Debate

    Some states are mandating that doctors tell patients about breast density, which can affect cancer risk.

    by Mitzi Baker

  • Forward Look

    When Is “Cancer” Not Cancer?

    Does the word “cancer” discourage patients with very early disease from fully considering all their options?

    by Stephen Ornes

  • Forward Look

    Therapy Unexpectedly Leads to Mental Haze

    Researchers surprised that radiation may cause “chemobrain.”

    by Melissa Weber

  • Forward Look

    The Avastin Roller Coaster

    Ups and downs keep coming for Avastin as studies report on its effects for different cancers.

    by Sue Rochman

  • First Person

    Circle of Support

    Despite the foreign terrain, family, friends and faith help a cancer patient find familiarity and comfort.

    by Cynthia Ryan

  • Clinical Trials Game-Changer?

    A new type of clinical trial aims to identify which drug is the best fit for each patient's tumor. Can this innovative model expedite new drug approvals?

    by Sue Rochman

  • Forward Look

    Avastin’s Fate

    Debate goes on as FDA revokes drug's use for breast cancer.

    by Alanna Kennedy-Gorman