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3/17/2010

The Health Bill: How It Could Impact You

Increased access to treatment and follow-up care, protection of coverage in case of job change or loss, ensuring coverage despite pre-existing conditions and increasing quality and quantity of life for young women are among the ways the healthcare overhaul bill may impact people with a history of breast cancer. Read more ...

12/15/2009

Questions to Ask About Clinical Trials

This list will help you talk with your doctor or nurse about whether being part of a breast cancer treatment research study is right for you: Read more ...

11/19/2009

Secretary Sebelius Statement on New Breast Cancer Recommendations

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius issued a statement yesterday on new breast cancer screening recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Read more ...

11/18/2009

Living Beyond Breast Cancer Statement on New Mammography Guidelines

On November 16, 2009, The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that it is changing its guidelines for mammography and no longer recommends routine screening for women between the ages of 40 and 49 who are at average risk for developing breast cancer. Read more ...


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