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Researchers identify new mechanism involved in promoting breast cancer
A new approach to studying the effects of two common chemicals used in cosmetics and…
Interactive virtual counsellor promotes patient-provider communication about breast density
Half of women undergoing mammography have dense breasts. Mandatory dense breast notification and educational materials…
New study suggests 21-gene recurrence score may help in radiation decision-making
A new study shows that a test physicians commonly used to guide chemotherapy treatment for…
Hormone resistance in breast cancer linked to DNA ‘rewiring’
Garvan researchers have revealed changes to the 3D arrangement of DNA linked to treatment resistance…
New compounds block master regulator of cancer growth, metastasis
Scientists have developed new drug compounds that thwart the pro-cancer activity of FOXM1, a transcription…
Fibroblasts involved in healing spur tumour growth in cancer
The connective tissue cells known as fibroblasts are vitally important for our recovery from injury.…
Novel genetic signature that can predict some kinds of breast cancer identified
Researchers have identified a genetic signature with prognostic value for certain kinds of breast cancer.…
AI improves breast cancer risk prediction
A sophisticated type of artificial intelligence (AI) can outperform existing models at predicting which women…
Does evidence support BRCA1/2 and other genetic testing for patients with breast cancer?
Should germline genetic testing be offered to all patients with breast cancer? The American College…
Breast cancer cells swallow a ‘free lunch’ of dietary fat particles from the bloodstream
High-fat diets and obesity have been shown to increase the risk of breast cancer and…