Breast Cancer, Genetic Testing
Should You Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, making up 30% of all new cases each year. When it comes to this disease, knowledge truly is power-and genetic testing could be the key to understanding your risk.
Mathew Knowles On The Importance Of Genetic Testing And What He’s Learned As A Breast Cancer Survivor
Knowles is partnering with AstraZeneca on the ‘BeBRCAware’ campaign, which aims to educate people about the importance of genetic testing.
Dallas woman credits genetic testing for detecting breast cancer early
Armed with the knowledge her mom passed down to her, Laura Heims wants to encourage other women to talk to their OBGYNs about genetic testing. It could be a lifesaver -- like it was for her. The early detection made other treatments like chemotherapy or radiation unnecessary.
HEALTH MATTERS: Genetic testing provides high risk breast cancer patients better care
She met with Baptist Health DNP, APRN Julie Turner to get genetic testing. It’s done with a saliva sample or blood draw, then sent to a lab. It takes about four weeks to come back. From there, Turner says they create a plan of care.
Early detection continues to be the key in fighting breast cancer
Today’s print edition of the Daily Post, with its pink hue on the cover, is in recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Breast Cancer Awareness | 'What to look for': Clinical breast exams an important part of early detection
A clinical breast examination is an important part of early detection for breast cancer. “A clinical breast exam is an exam that you have with a health care provider, and it’s recommended for average-risk women to have one done once a year,
Experts urge early detection for breast cancer awareness
Every October, breast cancer awareness month is observed across the country, a time to educate the community and promote early detection.
3-Time Breast Cancer Survivor Espouses Importance Of Early Detection
If a feature film was produced about the life of Diane Crouch, an appropriate title would be “The Comeback Kid.”
Why early detection is key to fighting breast cancer
Every year, 42,000 U.S. women lose their lives to breast cancer. It’s the second most commonly diagnosed cancer among women, with nearly 2,000 women in Utah rec
A Genetic Test Confirmed My Fears. So I Came to a Major Decision
I acted calm and unsurprised when the OB/GYN told me that I had tested positive for the BRCA1 gene mutation. But I was scared.
Charlotte area physician assistant convicted of fraud scheme involving genetic testing: DOJ
Charlotte Division and Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) investigated the case.
Does Medicare cover genetic testing?
Medicare may provide coverage for genetic testing when it is medically necessary for a diagnosis or treatment. Learn more ...
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University of Utah researchers develop chatbot to expand genetic testing care
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Largest-ever genetic study of epilepsy finds possible therapeutic targets
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Understanding Alzheimer’s: Who needs genetic testing and what it reveals
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