My OB/GYN suggested that my mom get tested for the BRCA gene, and if they discovered that she carried it, I would get tested next. If I tested positive, then I would need to consult with my doctor about what options would eliminate and/or lessen my risk for developing breast cancer. Many of the options …
Dr. Tara Allmen can be found on her website discussing perimenopause, menopause and midlife women’s health. You can also find her on Facebook and Twitter. In my experience, there is nothing women fear more than breast cancer. Nothing! The foundation for all current breast cancer screening is mammography. While it is not a perfect test, …
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to debunk the breast self-exam myth. Are you ready to be shocked? Believe it or not, there is absolutely no scientific evidence that doing your own monthly exam makes any difference whatsoever when it comes to diagnosing breast cancer early and affecting mortality rates later on. I …
