- November 22, 2016
Tags: stories of the girls, Dr. Rajini Manjunath, Elida Cano, cancer care, Advocate Sherman Hospital
Elida Cano has had a busy year, from a mammogram to chemo to multiple surgeries. But now she’s cancer-free.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: BRCA, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, Creticos Cancer Center, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, gene mutations, genetic counseling, genetic testing, Melody Perpich, BRCA1, Chicago, genetics, BRCA2
Researchers say it’s only necessary for certain populations or those with a specific health history.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: stories of the girls, Lauren Wakefield, healing heels, Lauren Truelock, cancer, breast cancer, 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: Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Dr. Barry Rosen, Barrington, radiation, Dr. James Ruffer, Dr. Steve Madry, Intraoperative Radiation Therapy, oncoplastic, breast cancer
Three physicians collaborated to help a mom get back to her active lifestyle just days after surgery.
- October 27, 2016
Tags: cancer, breast cancer, mental health, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, sexuality, Andrea Karoff
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: breast cancer, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, American Cancer Society, Downers Grove, risk assessment, Dr. Gale England, mammograms, breast cancer screenings
With one in eight women developing breast cancer during their lifetime, early detection is key.
- October 25, 2016
Tags: Dr. Nikki Neubauer, gynecologic oncology, breast cancer, pregnancy, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, Ill.
While breast cancer during pregnancy is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Nearly one out of every 3,000 women is affected.