Where many cases of breast cancer in the past would not have been considered for breast conservation surgery, new technologies and advanced techniques have revolutionized breast cancer care.

A new type of drug that blocks one of cancer's key evolutionary escape routes from chemotherapy could be used to treat aggressive breast cancers, a new study has shown.

Two women of color diagnosed with breast cancer at a young age join forces to create an organization to uplift women of color affected by a breast cancer diagnosis.

The chemicals used in sunscreen can help protect us from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays but what are the associated risks for people with breast cancer.

The Federal Food and Drug Administration issued a voluntary recall on certain textured breast implants. Here are links to the FDA issued press release and an article from NPR. FDA Press Release: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-takes-action-protect-patients-risk-certain-textured-breast-implants-requests-allergan NPR Article: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/07/24/744973282/allergan-recalls-textured-breast-implants-linked-to-rare-type-of-cancer To Life! will address the topic of Post Mastectomy breast implants at upcoming education symposium on August 7, 2019 at the Saratoga City Center. Beat the Odds Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/21st-annual-beat-the-odds-educational-forum-on-breast-cancer-by-to-life-registration-63015517108

For some, the choice was driven by a quest for normalcy. For others, it was a way to regain control. And for others still, the choice was to “go flat.” Eight brave women share their complex and personal journeys.

What is breast density and why is it important? How does a woman know if she has dense breasts? Can she tell on her own? Is having dense breast tissue a risk factor for breast cancer?