Scientists design high precision DNA probes for breast cancer detection
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology - Guwahati relied on `magic bullets` of science, a class of molecules called aptamers, that can bind to virtually any molecule, clasping it in a firm lock-and-key fit.
Jan 18, 2017, 18:16 PM IST
Breast lumps: What are they? Is it cancer?
Breast lumps can be caused by infections, injuries, cancer, breast cysts, etc.
Jan 13, 2017, 12:47 PM IST
Breast cancer survivors should refrain from consuming smoked meat: Study
A new research suggests that frequent consumption of smoked, barbecued and grilled meat is not at all good for breast cancer survivors.
Jan 06, 2017, 12:51 PM IST
Vaccine shows promise in fight against breast cancer
This suggests that strategies that can restimulate the immune system to recognise and target HER2 early during cancer development may be effective treatment options.
Jan 04, 2017, 16:14 PM IST
Breast cancer: Lonely patients less likely to survive disease
Compared with socially integrated women, socially isolated women had a 40 per cent higher risk of recurrence, a 60 per cent higher risk of dying from breast cancer, and a 70 per cent higher risk of dying from any cause.
Dec 12, 2016, 14:28 PM IST
This depression drug can reduce joint pain in women with breast cancer
The researches conducted a trial to test whether duloxetine, a depression and anxiety drug, could alleviate pain caused by aromatase inhibitors
Dec 11, 2016, 12:30 PM IST
Breast cancer mortality rate continues to go down, says study
Breast cancer mortality declined in 39 out of 47 countries, including the United States and most developed European nations.
Dec 10, 2016, 17:38 PM IST
Global cancer cases up by 33% in last 10 years: Prostate cancer most common cancer in men; breast cancer in women
Between 2005 and 2015, cancer cases increased by 33 per cent, mostly due to population ageing and growth plus changes in age-specific cancer rates.
Dec 05, 2016, 11:40 AM IST
Researchers develop new device that may improve breast cancer surgery
A new cost-effective and portable pH-sensitive optical fibre device has been developed by researchers to distinguish breast cancer tissue from normal tissue.
Dec 03, 2016, 21:07 PM IST
Electro-acupuncture may improve sleep in women with breast cancer: Study
A new study suggests that electro-acupuncture may be effective in improving sleep quality in women who are suffering from breast cancer.
Nov 30, 2016, 13:08 PM IST
Tofu: Side effects you need to know!
We all know that tofu is an effective source of protien for those people who don't eat meat.
Nov 22, 2016, 23:19 PM IST
Thiruvananthapuram declared India's breast cancer capital; 50% of cases in under-50s
Nine lakh women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year and it is the second most common malignancy next to cervical cancer.
Nov 15, 2016, 13:43 PM IST
Vitamin D may lower mortality in one-third breast cancer patients
A deficiency in the vitamin D levels has been associated with the risk for several cancers.
Nov 11, 2016, 16:23 PM IST
Breast cancer: Six lifestyle tips women should follow to reduce their risk!
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New Delhi: Breast cancer is alarmingly increasing in India with the disease overtaking cervical cancer as the biggest killer among Indian women.
Nov 10, 2016, 17:05 PM IST
Breast cancer chemotherapy fails to promise relapse-free survival: Study
Contrary to expectations, the use of tailored dose-dense chemotherapy in women with high-risk early breast cancer failed to result in any statistically significant improvement in breast cancer recurrence-free survival, a study has found.
Nov 09, 2016, 23:46 PM IST
Young adults with cancer face greater risk of heart disease: Study
Heart disease has been known for being the leading cause of treatment-related, non-tumour deaths among survivors of childhood cancer, breast cancer and Hodgkin lymphoma.
Nov 09, 2016, 12:07 PM IST
Five ways to stay fit and prevent cancer!
Tobacco use is the single greatest risk factor for cancer mortality worldwide.
Nov 02, 2016, 10:39 AM IST
Breast cancer: Erratic lifestyle, less nursing of babies major risk factors behind disease
Stressful and erratic lifestyle, mothers not nursing babies adequately, smoking and pollution have put women at higher risk of developing breast cancer.
Oct 26, 2016, 13:59 PM IST
Clinical breast exam – What is it? Why, how often should you get it done?
Clinical breast exam (CBE) is a physical exam of the breasts and the underarm by a trained health professional.
Oct 20, 2016, 11:32 AM IST
Sunny Leone, Taapsee Pannu promote breast cancer awareness—Watch here!
Actresses Sunny Leone and Taapsee Pannu, and filmmaker Divya Khosla Kumar have shot for a campaign video to promote breast cancer awareness.
Oct 19, 2016, 17:58 PM IST
