February 10, 2012: Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby
Study suggests treatment of expectant mothers is feasible after first trimester

February 08, 2012: Fasting Plus Chemo May Help in Cancer Fight: Study
This study was in mice, but researchers are starting to test the strategy in human cancer patients

February 07, 2012: Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age
Research focused on estrogen-sensitive tumors; undertreatment might play a role, expert says

February 07, 2012: Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Researchers say postmenopausal women taking Aromasin need to be monitored

February 03, 2012: Soy Supplements May Not Shield Against Breast Cancer
Study suggests no reduction in tumor risk, but one expert says more research may be needed

February 01, 2012: Exercise a Good Pick-Me-Up After Cancer Treatment: Study
Aerobic, resistance and strength training improved weight and well-being

January 31, 2012: Second Breast Cancer Surgery Sometimes Needed
After a partial mastectomy, almost one in four women requires re-excision, study finds

January 26, 2012: Too Few Americans Getting Screened for Common Cancers: CDC
National targets for breast, cervical and colon malignancies still not being met

January 25, 2012: Avastin May Be Helpful Before Breast Cancer Surgery
However, it's not clear which patients would benefit, studies find

January 23, 2012: New Genetic Clues to Breast Cancer?
Researchers say they've identified three more genomic regions associated with the disease

January 20, 2012: Breast Cancer Before 50 Linked to More Distress
Personalized treatment might improve health-related quality of life in younger patients

January 20, 2012: Many Breast Cancer Patients Uninformed About Options: Study
Survey of survivors found that only about half were asked their preference for type of surgery

January 19, 2012: Study Hints That Statins Might Fight Breast Cancer
But laboratory finding on tumor suppression hasn't been proven in real-world setting, researcher said

January 17, 2012: Drug Duo May Help Fight Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer
Response rate increased with two-drug approach, researchers report

January 12, 2012: Does Deodorant Ingredient Affect Breast Cancer Risk?
Small study finds suspect chemical even in women who never used the product, further muddying the debate

January 09, 2012: Most Parents Tell Kids About Test Results for Breast Cancer Genes
Children can handle the information, study suggests, except very youngest

January 04, 2012: Cancer Incidence, Death Rates Continue to Drop: Report
One million lives saved, largely because of improved prevention, detection and treatment

December 30, 2011: Health Care Reform Battle Tops Health News for 2011
Debates over cellphone safety, cigarette-pack images also grabbed headlines

December 28, 2011: Avastin May Help Some With Ovarian Cancer: Studies
Survival without disease getting worse rose slightly, but benefit on overall survival remains unclear

December 27, 2011: Breast Cancer Radiation Linked to Raised Heart Risk
Risk was higher for women with left-sided breast cancers, but overall risk still small, research shows

December 23, 2011: Breast Cancer Patients Face More Imaging Tests Today
Study finds multiple visits common in pre-op period, urges better coordination

December 21, 2011: 40 Years On, the Triumphs and Challenges of America's 'War on Cancer'
In many cases, what was a death sentence is now a manageable condition, although roadblocks remain

December 20, 2011: Making Sense of Cancer Screening Updates
It's important to discuss testing schedule with your doctor

December 19, 2011: Previous Cancer May Up Melanoma Risk
Findings suggest need to monitor melanoma survivors, researchers say

December 16, 2011: Targeted Radiation for Breast Cancer May Be Overused: Study
More than third of women were not 'suitable' for treatment under current guidelines

December 12, 2011: Are Too Many Older People Screened for Cancer?
Debate over testing should weigh health and life expectancy, expert says

December 12, 2011: After Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction Is Safe for Older Women
As population ages, more women over 60 will face the choice, study notes

December 12, 2011: Side Effects Cause Many Older Women to Drop Breast Cancer Drugs
Problems with recurrence-preventing aromatase inhibitors may be underreported, study suggests

December 12, 2011: Radiation May Also Lead to 'Chemo Brain'
Mental fuzziness can last several years after breast cancer treatments, study finds

December 09, 2011: Starchy Foods May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence
Women who ate more carbs, especially starches, more likely to get repeat cancer, study says

December 09, 2011: British Study Suggests Mammograms Do More Harm Than Good
But U.S. experts say getting them annually, starting at age 40, saves lives

December 08, 2011: Few Women Get Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: Study
Older women, blacks, rural residents less likely to get procedure done immediately

December 08, 2011: Breast Cancer Gene Puts Survivors at Higher Odds for Recurrence
Those first diagnosed before 40 even more likely to develop cancer in the other breast, study says

December 08, 2011: Family Tree May Affect Diagnosis Age in Some Breast Cancers
In study of BRCA cancers, genes from father's side linked to diagnosis earlier in life

December 08, 2011: Hispanic Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer
Disparity may be explained by biological differences in tumors, researchers say

December 08, 2011: Obesity Linked to Worse Outcomes With Early Breast Cancer
But tamoxifen showed protective effect for heavy women, researchers say

December 08, 2011: Avastin Boosted Survival for Type of Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study
Added to chemo treatment, the drug prolonged life an average of nearly 3 months, researchers say

December 08, 2011: Two New Drug Combos May Fight Advanced Breast Cancers
Studies found disease-free survival was lengthened when two new drugs were added to standard regimen

December 07, 2011: Bone Drugs May Also Battle Breast Cancer, Researchers Say
Two studies suggest zoledronic acid extends survival, reduces odds of recurrence

December 07, 2011: Expert Panel Pinpoints Environmental Culprits in Breast Cancer
Unneeded radiation, hormone therapy, alcohol raise risk but hair dye, cellphones appear safe, report says

December 07, 2011: Targeted Radiation May Not Be Better for Breast Cancer
Study found brachytherapy had double the risk of mastectomies, compared to radiation of entire breast

December 07, 2011: New Tests Might Better Predict Breast Cancer's Return
Information locked in tumor's genes could help guide treatment for some patients, studies find

December 07, 2011: Diabetes, Obesity After 60 May Drive Up Breast Cancer Risk
Study also finds low blood lipids linked to risk, but can't explain it

December 06, 2011: Targeted Drugs, Lung CT Screening Top Cancer Advances in 2011
Report from leading oncologists' group finds strides were made against tough-to-treat tumors

November 30, 2011: Lobular Breast Cancer Linked to Paternal Cancer History
If dad had cancer and daughter has breast cancer, it tends to be in milk-producing lobules, study finds

November 29, 2011: Study Supports Mammograms For Women in Their 40s
It finds women with no family history as prone to develop breast cancer as higher-risk women

November 21, 2011: New Canadian Guidelines Also Support No Routine Mammograms Until 50
Advisory mirrors controversial recommendations issued by U.S. panel in 2009

November 18, 2011: FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
Drug isn't safe or effective for women with metastatic disease, agency says

November 18, 2011: Tender Breasts From Combo HRT Linked to Higher Cancer Risk
Symptom is significant in estrogen-progestin treatment, not estrogen alone

November 18, 2011: FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
Agency says safety and effectiveness of the drug for this purpose hasn't been proven