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Cancer cells can change into foetal-like state to evade chemotherapy
The Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai, USA, has uncovered a major reason why some…
Landmark atlas reveals how aging breast tissue shapes breast cancer risk
Aging is a privilege, but it also brings risks—including an increased likelihood of developing age-related…
Fear of breast cancer recurrence: Impact and coping with being in a dark place
Breast cancer is the world’s most prevalent cancer. Although earlier detection and targeted treatment have…
Light-activated ‘smart bomb’ tested in mouse model for breast cancer treatment
Scientists have developed new light-sensitive chemicals that can radically improve the treatment of aggressive cancers…
Disruption of a single amino acid in a cellular protein makes breast cancer cells behave like stem cells
Changes to the intermediate filament (IF) protein, vimentin, were found to promote tumour growth by…
Decline in breast cancer screening participation rates during the COVID-19 pandemic
During the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, breast cancer screening participation rates declined worldwide. However, in…
No added benefit of atezolizumab in post-surgical treatment of early-stage triple-negative breast cancer
A ground breaking international clinical trial published in JAMA has found that adding the immunotherapy…
Tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes as a prognostic biomarker in early ERBB2-positive breast cancer: a decade-long study offers new insights
A decade-long follow-up from the ShortHER randomised clinical trial suggests that tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) could…
Endocrine therapy interruption and resumption in pregnancy-associated breast cancer: real-world outcomes highlight gaps in care
A new study examining the real-world implications of interrupting endocrine therapy (ET) for pregnancy in…
Researchers identify inhibitor drugs to treat aggressive breast cancer
A national study seeking more effective treatment for deadly metaplastic breast cancer has identified two…