Breast Cancer - Further Info

Whether you're seeking general research or information on a specific type of cancer, the Health Alliance is here help. Use the information on this page to educate yourself and to help you make informed decisions about your care.

Healthy Living Breast Cancer Library

October 2001
The Latest in Mammography Technology - at a Health Alliance Hospital Near You!

For American women, breast cancer is the second leading cause of death – second only to lung cancer. Yet, with regular mammography screenings this risk can be diminished. The Health Alliance hospitals have taken mammography screening to the next level.

October 2001
Time to Think About Breast Cancer

By age 75, the average woman has a nine percent chance of developing breast cancer. During October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, take the time to learn what you can do to increase your chances of survival.

October 2000
Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Fibrocystic disease is a diagnosis based on finding breast pain, cysts, and noncancerous lumpy areas of the breast. But a study has discovered that about 80% of these cases are normal changes in breast anatomy and NOT associated with breast cancer.

October 2000
Breast Cancer Prevention with Tamoxifen

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in eight women will develop breast cancer. Beginning at age 20, women should perform a breast self-examination once a month and receive a clinical breast exam once a year. Women should begin receiving annual mammograms at age 40, unless instructed otherwise by a doctor.

October 1999
October 15 Is National Mammography Day. . . Have You Been Screened?

Detecting a breast tumor early is the best means of preventing death from breast cancer.

October 1998
Breast Self-Examination: Key To Good Breast Health

October is National Breast Health Awareness month. With all the media attention, most women are aware that regular mammograms and monthly breast self exams are our greatest defense against this highly curable disease.

October 1998
Wear Your Pink Ribbon In Support Of Breast Health Awareness Month

This is a time when you may see many individuals wearing a pink ribbon--a reminder that prevention, early detection and research saves lives.

October 1997
Dispelling The Myths Of Mammography

An estimated 10 million Americans have SAD; up to 80% of those affected are women.

Web Resources

National Cancer Institute (NCI) Web site

http://www.nci.nih.gov
For news, educational tutorials, CancerNet, or PDQ.

	The Health Alliance is offering email checkup reminders for monthly Testicular Self Exams, yearly Mammogram appointments, yearly Pap Smear appointments, monthly Breast Self Exams and annual Prostate Exams.
	The Health Alliance's monthly Healthy Living articles about dealing with cancer. Read about distinct cancer types, foods that heal, and therapies that reduce the pain of cancer sufferers.

Literature

The Health Alliance is offering FREE literature to help women cope with breast cancer. If you would like a copy of any of the materials below, please contact us at 1-888-640-CARE or HealthInfo@healthall.com

Moving Forward: Exercises After Breast Cancer	*Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Service* at The Barrett Cancer Center	Breast Cancer Treatment Options at The University Hospital
*Breast Self-Exam* Shower Card	Nipple Discharge The University Hospital	Stereotactic Core Biopsy of the Brest The University Hospital
Fibrocystic Breast Changes The University Hospital	Needle Localization The University Hospital	Breast Pain The University Hospital