Breast CancerConnect
Overview of Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management of Breast Cancer
Understand the signs, symptoms, evaluation and overall treatment of breast cancer.
Overview of Treatment & Management of Breast Cancer
Understand the role of surgery, radiation, hormonal and chemotherapy for the treatment of breast cancer.
Endocrine - Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
Understand the role of hormone therapy in breast cancer, the treatment choices, and the range of associated side effects
Breast Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Breast Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Breast Cancer Connect is a unique resource that brings patients, caregivers, advocates and experts together in a single community where individuals benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and the support of other individuals being treated at some of the best cancer centers. Breast Cancer Connect offers users expert authored clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Breast Cancer Overviews
Understanding HER2 positive Breast Cancer and its Treatment
HER2 positive breast cancers require treatment with specific targeted therapies of which there are several.
Treatment of Stage IV - Metastatic Breast Cancer
Comprehensive review of treatment of stage IV breast cancer
Treatment of Breast Carcinoma in Situ
DCIS treatment consists of surgery and/or radiation and the development of an early detection-prevention plan.
Understanding Surgery for Breast Cancer
Understand the role of the surgeon in the management of breast cancer from biopsy through reconstruction. Answers to FAQ
Breast Cancer Treatment
Understanding HER2 positive Breast Cancer and its Treatment
HER2 positive breast cancers require treatment with specific targeted therapies of which there are several.
Treatment of Stage IV - Metastatic Breast Cancer
Comprehensive review of treatment of stage IV breast cancer
Verzenio Delays Cancer Progression & Prolongs Survival in Breast Cancer
Verzenio delays recurrence for estrogen receptor positive early and later stage breast cancers.
Tukysa (tucatinib) – HER2 Inhibitor for Treatment of Breast Cancer
Tukysa is a highly specific treatment of HER2-Positive Breast Cancer - including brain metastases. ASCO 2020 update.
Breast Cancer Survivorship
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer: What you need to know about risk
What you need to know about hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Skin Care During Radiation Therapy
Learn how to prevent and manage skin related side effects from radiation therapy.
At-home Genetic Testing may be Convenient, but it isn’t Complete
At-home genetics kits that reveal information about the risk of developing certain cancers may represent a risky step in our on-demand culture.
Genetic Testing For Women at High Risk of Ovarian Cancer
When risk is assessed appropriately and testing is managed effectively, genetic testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations can provide patients at risk of ovarian cancer with information, options, and ultimately empowerment.