2023-10-23 13:15:41 With more than 61,000 new cases in 2023, breast cancer remains one of the most common. It is even increasing, according to the National Cancer Institute. However, when it is diagnosed in time “we treat, we cure breast cancer”, explains Julien Seror, surgeon. Prevention thus appears to be an essential element of care. … Read more
2023-10-22 18:30:55 The White Butterflies initiated this breast cancer awareness initiative in order to support the league against cancer through the PenmaR’Ose association, and to highlight the need for screening. Thus, breast cancer affects one in eight women, and only 56% of women in Finistère are screened. “It was important for us to offer a … Read more
2023-10-12 05:03:04 The number of screenings has been decreasing since 2012. Credit: Pixabay The figure is worrying. In 2022, 2.4 million mammograms were performed in France. Less than one in two women aged 50 to 74 have been screened for breast cancer. Yet more than 60,000 new ones are recorded each year. “The highest participation … Read more
2023-10-11 06:23:27 Currently, fairly powerful imaging techniques can spot tumors and metastases. But tumor cells could be detected much earlier and laboratories have started looking for circulating biomarkers in order to improve patient care. Two recent studies have identified biomarkers of interest. This will also interest you [EN VIDÉO] Breast cancer: screening From the age … Read more
2023-10-01 08:19:44 PFAS, “perennial chemical pollutants”, contaminate the environment and are suspected of impacting our health. Researchers have just demonstrated higher levels of these substances in the bodies of women previously suffering from various cancers. This will also interest you [EN VIDÉO] Breast cancer: screening From the age of 50 it is recommended to have … Read more
2023-09-26 15:26:41 The absence of symptoms, the fear of having pain and the fear of being diagnosed with breast cancer are the reasons given by women who have not had their mammogram. The month of October is fast approaching, as is its annual campaign to raise awareness among women about breast cancer screening. For this … Read more