The Other Breast Cancer Gene: PALB2
Genetics, family history and breast cancer risk – now there’s a complicated subject. Much has been reported on the more common BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic mutations and their associated risks, but other...
View ArticleHealth and Wellmobile Launch Event!
The Diagnostic Imaging Centers Health and Wellmobile year-long series of events is launching this Wednesday and we couldn’t be more thrilled! What is the Health & Wellmobile? We’re glad you...
View ArticleQuestion of the Day: Should All Women Be Tested for BRCA Mutations?
Is genetic testing for breast cancer for everyone? The truthful answer is we don’t know – at least not yet. But some of the brightest minds in science are stepping up to start the conversation....
View ArticleAspirin for Breast Health?
Aspirin to reduce recurrence of breast cancer? How does that work? The explanation, published in the journal Cancer Research, is a bit complicated, but we can help highlight the main points. In...
View Article1 in 8 Women Will Get Breast Cancer… and Half of Women Aren’t Doing Anything...
This just in… one in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime. Not new news? Perhaps it needs repeating. Along with this: Early detection saves lives. Why the need to repeat and...
View Article232,000 Breast Cancer Survivors. Wow. How?
The statistics for breast cancer get a little overwhelming and hard to appreciate. Two hundred thirty two thousand is the estimated number of women with a new breast cancer diagnosis last year –...
View ArticleBreast Cancer: No Room at the Inn
Mold loves a musty basement, mosquitoes like standing water and certain bacteria love improperly cooked meats. Given the “right” environment, these buggers flourish. Conversely, if their environments...
View ArticleImproving Mammography to 3D Images – No Special Glasses Required
Two years ago, we reported on the emerging technology of 3D mammography. Research since that time has helped to define the benefits and clarify the role of 3D mammography in breast cancer screening. If...
View ArticleDr. Harrison Will Be Taking Your Calls on Dr. Mirabile’s Radio Show!
Great news! Our very own Dr. Linda Harrison will be the guest on Dr. James Mirabile’s radio show tomorrow, July 25th from 1-2p on KCMO Talk Radio (710 AM / 103.7 FM). We’re very excited about this! Dr....
View ArticlePaget’s Disease of the Breast – A Breast Cancer Story
It is now October (yikes – how did that happen?!?) meaning pumpkins, mums, football and multi-colored piles of leaves on the ground. It also means pink ribbons galore – from the bakery to your favorite...
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