- November 22, 2016
Tags: stories of the girls, Dr. Rajini Manjunath, Elida Cano, cancer care, Advocate Sherman Hospital
Elida Cano has had a busy year, from a mammogram to chemo to multiple surgeries. But now she’s cancer-free.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: genetic counseling, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Melody Perpich, gene mutations, Creticos Cancer Center, BRCA, BRCA2, genetics, Chicago, BRCA1, genetic testing
Researchers say it’s only necessary for certain populations or those with a specific health history.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: Lauren Truelock, healing heels, cancer, breast cancer, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, stories of the girls, Lauren Wakefield
After a special gift from a friend helped her through cancer treatment, Lauren Truelock wanted to give back.
- October 28, 2016
Tags: oncoplastic, Intraoperative Radiation Therapy, Dr. Steve Madry, Dr. James Ruffer, radiation, Barrington, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Dr. Barry Rosen, breast cancer
Three physicians collaborated to help a mom get back to her active lifestyle just days after surgery.
- October 27, 2016
Tags: Andrea Karoff, sexuality, Chicago, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, mental health, breast cancer, cancer
7 out of 10 breast cancer survivors struggle with issues related to their sexual health two years after diagnosis. An expert offers advice for women.
- October 26, 2016
Tags: Dr. Gale England, breast cancer screenings, mammograms, risk assessment, Downers Grove, American Cancer Society, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, breast cancer
With one in eight women developing breast cancer during their lifetime, early detection is key.
- October 25, 2016
Tags: gynecologic oncology, Dr. Nikki Neubauer, Ill., Downers Grove, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, pregnancy, breast cancer
While breast cancer during pregnancy is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Nearly one out of every 3,000 women is affected.