Articles for Tag: "breast cancer"
- October 31, 2016
Tags: genetic counseling, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, gene mutations, Creticos Cancer Center, genetic testing, BRCA, BRCA2, genetics, Chicago, BRCA1, Melody Perpich
Researchers say it’s only necessary for certain populations or those with a specific health history.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: cancer, breast cancer, stories of the girls, Lauren Wakefield, healing heels, Lauren Truelock, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago
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, Barrington, Dr. Barry Rosen, radiation, breast cancer, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
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: Downers Grove, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, pregnancy, breast cancer, Ill., Dr. Nikki Neubauer, gynecologic oncology
While breast cancer during pregnancy is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Nearly one out of every 3,000 women is affected.
- October 24, 2016
Tags: healing heels, Lauren Wakefield, stories of the girls, survivor, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, breast cancer
After being diagnosed at 26, Lauren Wakefield is inspiring other women through Healing Heels.