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Research snapshot – Prognostic model for women diagnosed with breast cancer Baade 2022

…this mean? These results confirmed the prognostic importance of identifying the stage, grade and clinical subtype of breast cancers, in addition to highlighting the independent survival benefit of breast cancers diagnosed through screening. Understanding what additional factors contribute to the…

News: I Touch Myself transformed into breast awareness anthem

…to get to know their breasts better – all women need to be breast aware and check their breasts regularly. “It’s critically important that women who notice changes in their breasts see their doctor immediately. “All women should discuss their…

News: Regional women bridge the breast reconstruction divide

…seeking reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy. The joint Cancer Council and Mater Medical Centre study, published in the ANZ Journal of Surgery, is the first to report a significant reduction in geographic distance as a barrier to breast reconstructions. While…

News: BOOBS: Free guide shows the five signs of breast cancer

…and bumps or pain or swelling. “We need all Queensland women to be breast aware and familiarise themselves with the normal look and feel of their breasts. “All women should see a doctor immediately if they notice any unusual breast

News: Researchers take a new approach to beating breast cancer

…“Queensland women should be breast aware by getting to know the normal look and feel of their breasts,” Ms Clift said. “Women who notice any changes should see a doctor immediately.” More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available via…

News: Women living in north and west Queensland face increasing chance of breast cancer

Breast cancer incidence rates are increasing faster in north and west Queensland than in the rest of the state, a new Cancer Council Queensland study has found[1]. Researchers from Cancer Council Queensland examined incidence and survival patterns for the five…

News: Face of Walk For Women’s Cancers is living her best life after breast cancer

Janet Kake has been diagnosed with breast cancer not once, but three times. The Eumundi local, 53, was first diagnosed with cancer at only 33-years-old, with her most recent reoccurrence just three years ago. “The first time I was diagnosed,…

News: Queensland researchers discover cancer kill switch for breast cancer subtype

…available for their specific breast cancer. “This research worked to identify potential new drug targets for breast cancer that act by changing the level of calcium inside breast cancer cells to stop their growth. “While more research is still needed…

News: Regional women risk lengthy delays in breast cancer diagnosis

…two years through BreastScreen Queensland. “All Queensland women should be breast aware and familiarise themselves with the normal look and feel of their breasts,” Prof Dunn said. “All women should also see a doctor immediately if they notice any unusual…

News: Breast, bowel survival gap significant in small areas

…its kind, examining changes in breast and bowel cancer survival across 478 geographical areas in Queensland over a period of 11 years (2001-2011). Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift said breast and bowel cancer were two of the most common…