Top Breast Cancer News
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45,000 deaths per year linked to lack of insurance
Researchers say that number--which equals one person every 12 minutes--equals more deaths annually than deaths caused from murder and drunk driving combined. Read Summary > -
Metformin shows potential as a cancer drug
The diabetes drug metformin has shown success in treating breast cancer when paired with common chemotherapy drugs, a mouse study suggests. Read Summary > -
Depression may hasten cancer death
Depression may rob cancer patients of years of life, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Many women not given the proper breast cancer test
A new study suggests that up to two-thirds of women may not be getting the right genetic tests for breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Making the most of expiring health insurance
A health reporter talks about how you can prioritize the use of your employer's insurance if you believe you're in danger of losing it. Read Summary > -
Chemotherapy Resistance
Cell cycle checkpoints act like molecular tripwires for damaged cells. Leave the tripwire in place for too long, however, and cancer cells will press on regardless, making them resistant to certain types of chemotherapy, according to researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Read More > -
Clover, black cohosh no help for hot flashes: study
Two new studies suggest that the botanical remedies black cohosh and red clover don't ease hot flashes or improve cognition during menopause. Read Summary > -
Spotting the symptoms of recurrent breast cancer
Many patients whose breast cancer recurs have no obvious symptoms, but experts say people should be aware of what those symptoms are. Read Summary >
