breast cancer

A Better Mammogram? Huge Study Putting

New York - Muslimchronicle

A better mammogram? Increasingly women are asked if they want a 3-D mammogram instead of the regular X-ray — and now U.S. health officials are starting a huge study to tell if the newer, sometimes pricier choice really improves screening for breast cancer. It's the latest dilemma in a field that already vexes women with conflicting guidelines on when toRead more

Swiping your way toward peace of mind: The most helpful breast cancer apps

Dubai - Muslimchronicle

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and, while incidence rates vary from region to region, global health authorities emphasize that early detection improves the chances of beating the cancer. In recent years, there has been a slew of new apps targeting breast cancer patients and their friends and families. The apps provide tips and information onRead more

Eat to beat breast cancer

London - Muslimchronicle

There is a reason that of all the cancers, breast cancer is the one that seems to have the maximum traction in terms of community awareness — October’s pink ribbon campaign is now almost universally recognized — but the reason is not a good one. Breast cancer is the most common of all cancers afflicting women, accounting for almost 22Read more

Evaluation of psychological needs a major step toward providing high-quality breast cancer treatment

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Jeddah - Muslimchronicle

Prof. Ahmed Ali Saadeddin, consultant in clinical oncology and clinical tutor at the Department of Adult Oncology at King Abdul Aziz Medical City, National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh, said that “the psychological needs of breast cancer patients should be divided into a wide range of social, psychological and physical responsibilities for both the patient and her family. The evaluationRead more

Saudi breast cancer survivor: A story of hope and faith

Jeddah - Muslimchronicle

A woman’s power lies in her hope, love, faith and gratitude for life. Women are always stronger than their tears and skin. But when it comes to facing cancer, a woman can choose to be a real fighter or a weak soldier in life. Rubaiyat participated in Breast Cancer Awareness Month by hosting “Pink Week” in Jeddah from October 3-7.Read more

New gene test to determine breast cancer risk

Jeddsh - Muslimchronicle

Women will be able to find out how likely they are to develop breast cancer after a group of researchers in Manchester, Britain, carried out a gene test that could soon be used on high-risk groups, the BBC reported. The Single Nucleotide Polymorphism test, which looks at 18 genetic variations known to affect the odds of developing breast cancer, isRead more

Leading Cambridge Institute research team open up

London - Muslimchronicle

At Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute, Professor Carlos Caldas leads a team searching for the genes that malfunction as breast cancer develops. The scientists analyze the genetic makeup of thousands of tumor samples, searching for genetic signatures of the disease. Their aim is to improve the way that breast cancer is detected, monitored and treated. Professor Caldas is focused onRead more

Julia Louis-Dreyfus announces she has breast cancer

London - Muslimchronicle

Julia Louis-Dreyfus has been diagnosed with breast cancer, she announced Thursday. The Veep star posted an Instagram to share the news, captioned “Just when you thought…”: “The good news is that I have the most glorious group of supportive and caring family and friends, and fantastic insurance through my union,” Louis-Dreyfus wrote in her announcement. “The bad news isRead more

Daily Express seeks Cancer Awareness

London - Muslimchronicle

The Daily Express is looking for Breast Cancer Awareness beauty products, where a percentage of each sale is donated to charity. Please send all relevant information to the contact by 29 September. source: diarydirectoryRead more

Breast cancer is the most prevalent in Tunisia

Tunis – Hayet al-Ghanami

Dr. Khalid Al-Rahal, head of surgery department of Saleh Aziz Institute for treatment of annual diseases, stressed necessary to raise awareness of the importance of combating breast cancer by performing the necessary tests. Al-Rahal added in statements for Arabs Today that the Tunisian society for the care of breast cancer patients, organized free clinics for testing women in different regions.Read more