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New Breast Cancer Treatments Save More Lives
New drugs, new treatments, and better diagnostic techiques have improved the outlook for many women facing breast cancer.

A New Start : Breast Reconstruction After Cancer
The goal of breast recongstruction after mastectomy is to replace not just the breast but any self-esteem or sense of femininity perceived to be lost.

The Truth About Breast Thermography
Breast thermography is an unregulated diagnostic procedure which uses highly specialized infra red cameras to measure the heat coming from the body.

Feeling Whole Again
After a taking a biopsy confirming Stage I cancer, general surgeon Laurence Gibson, MD, gave Kathi three options: a lumpectomy to remove just the lump, removal of the affected breast or removal of both breasts.

Book Excerpt : Woman to Woman - A Handbook for Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
This new book, by two breast cancer survivors, hopes to guide patients by drawing on their own experience.

Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer: It's Your Choice
Genetic testing may indicate if you have an increased risk of developing breast cancer, but there are many things to think about before getting tested.

Breast Cancer and Pregnancy
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women who are pregnant or have just had a baby, occuring in about 1 in 3,000 pregnancies.

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Getting Self Help Online
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 News
Blood Test Could Boost Clarity of Breast MRI Results for Some
Taking menstrual cycle into account when booking exam may cut need for repeat scans, study suggests
No Immediate Changes Expected in Mammogram Coverage
Health plans say routine screening is an individual decision
Task Force Member Defends Mammography Guidelines
Meanwhile, three doctors weigh in on what women should do about the new recommendations
Too Few Older Adults Get Recommended Screenings
Report looks to improve health of this group with better preventive care

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