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Breast Cancer Learning Center

 
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Approximately one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. However, breast cancer incidence and death rates have been declining during the past decade, thanks to a focused research, medical advancements, and better awareness among women. Early detection and knowing the signs of breast cancer are key in the fight against breast cancer.

 

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Understanding Breast Cancer

The best defense against breast cancer is early detection. Featuring medical-quality images and 3-D animations, our Bodies in Motion is an interactive tool that walks you through how breast cancer spreads and what you can do to prevent it.

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Explore the Breast
Learn the anatomy of the female breast, including the ducts, glands and lymphatics in 3-D with Healthline's BodyMaps™.
 

Breast Cancer In-Depth

  • Breast Cancer Facts

    There is a wealth of information out there on breast cancer, including plenty of myths and confusion. Learn facts about this common condition.

  • Metastatic Breast Cancer

    When cancer spreads from the breast to other parts of the body, it is considered metastatic cancer. Early detection and treatment is key to avoid metastasis.

  • Signs of Breast Cancer

    Early detection of breast cancer symptoms is important to increasing the chance of survival. Learn the signs of breast cancer and know when to get help.

  • Inflammatory Breast Cancer

    This rare form of breast cancer occurs when cancerous cells block the lymphatic vessels in the breast. Learn the symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer.

  • Lobular Breast Cancer

    Also known as invasive lobular carcinoma, this rare form of breast cancer begins milk-producing glands of the breast. Learn how to detect lobular breast cancer.

  • History of Breast Cancer

    Although they did not know how to treat breast cancer, ancient Egyptians knew about the disease. Learn the history of breast cancer and the evolution of breast cancer treatment.

 
 

Breast Cancer News

Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds

Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds

TUESDAY, Feb. 7 (HealthDay News) -- A drug used to prevent breast cancer in women at high risk for the disease appears to cause bone loss in some postmenopausal women, a new study finds. The drug, Ar...

 
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