Breast pain, also known as mastalgia, is a common condition among women. It is a form of discomfort, pain, or tenderness in the breast or the underarm region, brought about by several reasons, including breast injury, infections, and an incorrect bra fit. Although many women may be concerned that br...

While breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, accounting for about 30% of all new female cancers each year, there are still many myths circulating online about this form of cancer. Unfortunately, this means that it can be pretty difficult to separate fact fro...

Mammograms are an important part of active self-care for all women between the ages of 40 and 75. During this time, breast tissue is the most likely to go rogue and attempt to form tumors. Regular screening is the best way to catch tumor cells early and stop them before they become cancerous. This m...

Men’s breast cancer is one of the rarest cancers. The American Cancer Society (ACS) indicates that the male’s lifetime risk of breast cancer is approximately 1 in 833. For this reason, doctors mainly diagnose it at a later stage.  The best way to start early treatment and increase y...

According to the ACS (American Cancer Society), breast cancer screening tests such as mammogram helps detect the disease before it causes symptoms. At this stage, breast cancer is usually small and still confined to the breast.  The Society recommends that women aged between 45 and 54 get an an...

When we talk about cancer screening, one common question people ask is, “How can you find out if you’re at risk for cancer?” Fortunately, risk assessment tools help determine who qualifies for supplemental screening and genetic counseling or testing. In general, each tool identifie...

The American College of Radiology and Society of Breast Imaging recommend that women begin receiving annual mammograms at age 40, with added vigilance for those in historically overlooked populations.  Both shared updated guidance in the Journal of the American College of Radiology on...