Let’s talk about something super important: self-care during chemotherapy. If you or a loved one is undergoing chemo, you know firsthand the toll it can take on your body and mind. One aspect that often gets overlooked is skincare. Yep, that’s right – your skin needs some extra TLC during this time. More than 80% …
Finding the Right (Perfect?) Bathing Suit After a Mastectomy
If there is one question that pops up time after time in breast cancer online groups and forums, it is “Where can I find a bathing suit to fit my new body?” I have to admit, it was a concern of mine when I was first diagnosed and understood I would be facing a double …
Diagnosed with breast cancer? Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book is a great resource.
Those first few days and weeks after hearing you have cancer are truly a nightmare. You are paralyzed with fear, bewildered that it has happened to you, and afraid for your body, your family, and your life. When I first heard the words “You have breast cancer”, it felt as if all air had been …
Harnessing Artificial Intelligence: Empowering Clinicians to Detect Breast Cancer Early
Breast cancer is a formidable adversary, affecting 2.3 million women worldwide each year. Early detection is paramount for successful treatment and improved outcomes. However, the efficacy of traditional breast imaging methods, such as mammography, can sometimes be hindered by limitations in human perception and interpretation. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) steps in, offering a …
What is a clinical trial and why do they matter for those of us on the breast cancer journey?
Clinical trials play a critical role in the broader landscape of medical research. They are scientifically designed studies, carefully planned and executed under strict regulatory oversight, aimed at answering specific questions about a medication or intervention’s safety, efficacy, and interactions within the human body. At its core, a clinical trial is essentially a rigorous, stepwise …