News: Mother Dies after Surgeon Performs Experimental Mastectomy

A mother of two has died after being treated by a surgeon who is being investigated over performing experimental "cleavage-sparing" mastectomies. Such a practice may raise cancer spread by 50%.
Surgeon Ian Paterson at Solihull Hospital in the United Kingdom has been suspended from medical practice.


 

Canadian Study: Mammograms & Breast Cancer Death Rates

A huge new Canadian study, started 1980, examined annual mammograms' ability to cut down breast cancer death rates. It compared them to regular physical exams. Keep in mind that this is still a study and the technology used was older than current mammograms, so you should always consult with your doctor about any questions you have. Read details about the study and its benefits and problems.