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Ky. Medicaid expansion improves breast cancer care
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Early data from Medicaid expansion in Kentucky since the passage of the Affordable Care Act shows improvements in the quality of breast cancer care, including the diagnosis of early-stage disease and greater use of breast-conserving surgery, according to research published online February 12 in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
February 12, 2018
Cancer history in relatives boosts breast cancer risk
By Brian Casey
Having a first-degree relative with a family history of breast cancer sharply increases the risk of breast cancer in women older than 65, according to a study of more than 400,000 women published February 12 in JAMA Internal Medicine. The findings could weigh into the debate over whether these women should undergo mammography screening.
February 11, 2018
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Hologic revenues climb in 1st quarter
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Growth in its breast health business contributed to revenues that exceeded expectations for women's imaging firm Hologic in its first quarter of fiscal 2018.
February 8, 2018
Deep-learning algorithm can assess breast density
By Erik L. Ridley
A deep-learning algorithm can provide fully automated analysis of breast density on screening mammography exams, yielding density estimates that correlate well with assessments provided by radiologists, according to research published online January 24 in Medical Physics.
February 8, 2018
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Is the mammography debate an example of 'fake science'?
By Brian Casey
In today's world of "fake news" and "alternative facts," is the debate over mammography screening one of "fake science"? It might be, according to a paper published recently in BMC Medical Ethics from a Norwegian researcher who claims to show how breast screening researchers fit facts to suit their beliefs.
February 4, 2018
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NY marks $38M for breast cancer screening initiative
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York announced that $37.7 million in funding has been designated for improving breast cancer screening as part of the "Get Screened, No Excuses" initiative.
February 1, 2018
FDA questions mammography quality at Fla. center
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released an alert regarding possible issues with the quality of mammograms acquired at Palm Beach Broward Medical Imaging Center in Deerfield Beach, FL, on or after April 2, 2016.
February 1, 2018
Cianna marks SAVI Scout milestone
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Cianna Medical announced that more than 230 hospitals across the U.S. have performed over 25,000 breast tumor localizations with the company's SAVI Scout radar localization system.
February 1, 2018
Breast density laws mystify primary care providers
By Kate Madden Yee
Almost half of primary care providers don't feel prepared to respond to patient questions about breast density, according to a study published online January 17 in the Journal of Women's Health.
February 1, 2018
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Breast cancer treatments may boost heart disease risk
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Breast cancer patients may be at increased risk of cardiovascular disease, and their treatment should be considered with this potential risk in mind, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) published online February 1 in Circulation.
January 31, 2018
Biopsy rate is low after breast cancer
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The rate of follow-up biopsies after breast cancer is relatively low -- a fact that may help women feel more comfortable with choosing less-aggressive treatment, according to a study published online January 31 in JAMA Surgery.
January 30, 2018
Online tool offers breast cancer treatment education
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Women who use an interactive online tool have a better understanding of breast cancer treatment options than those who simply view an educational website, according to a study published January 24 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
January 30, 2018
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