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If you have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, use this list of questions to ask your doctor about genetic testing.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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A mammogram along with a breast exam by your doctor or nurse can find breast cancer early. ... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Also available in: Spanish
If family members have had breast or ovarian cancer, you can take steps to reduce your risk. Genetic counseling and testing can help you make the best decisions about your health.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Find information and ideas on how to promote screening and early detection of breast cancer. ... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Also available in: Spanish
Answers to concerns most women have about tamoxifen -- what is it, how does it work and how would it benefit or adversely affect them.... Details >
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This booklet has important information about breast cancer. You will read about possible causes, screening, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. You will also find ideas about how to c... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Adjuvant therapy is treatment given in addition to the primary therapy to kill any cancer cells that may have spread, even if the spread cannot be detected by radiologic or laboratory tests. Studies h... Details >
This fact sheet describes the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes and related link to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Learn what to do if a person tests positive for one of these alterations, and the conseque... Details >
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly occurring cancers among women, and can affect men as well. This reference summary will help you understand the diagnosis and treatment options of breast cance... Details >
You can take control of your healthcare by developing an early detection plan and encouraging others to do the same. Remember—early detection saves lives! ... Details >