Category: Breast Cancer
When It Comes to Breast Cancer, Sometimes It’s All in the Family

Has anyone ever told you that you have your mother’s eyes? Or that you look just like your grandmother? We all get our looks and physical traits from our families, but we may not always think about risks we share for diseases like cancer, including breast cancer. The good news is that knowing your family cancer history can give you a head start toward preventing breast cancer. No matter your gender, it’s important to know your risk and learn how to protect yourself. Read More >
Posted on by Leave a commentCancer Doesn’t Wait and Neither Should You

Dr. Lisa Richardson talks with cancer survivor April Donaldson about the importance of screening during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More >
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Family health history is a record of the diseases and health conditions in your family. During this holiday season while families gather, take time to ask about your family history of cancer. Read More >
Posted on by 4 CommentsSafely Get Screened for Breast and Cervical Cancer
COVID-19 has had a significant effect on people going to the doctor for routine checkups and preventive care, including cancer screenings. As COVID-19 cases increased, many places where people receive cancer screening closed and cancer screenings were canceled or delayed. Additionally, stay-at-home recommendations and the fear of getting COVID-19 also impacted their ability and willingness to get routine care. Read More >
Posted on by 1 CommentBreast Cancer Among Men

Some may be surprised at the title of this blog: Breast Cancer Among Men. You may be asking yourself, that’s a thing? And the answer is YES! Here are some questions and answers about breast cancer among men and what we learned from some recent research. Read More >
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