Why some women question the link between alcohol and breast cancer Participants in a recent study said they take health warnings related to the issue with ‘a pinch of salt’ for a number of reasons.
Choice, empowerment, and commitment: Women’s health To mark Women’s Health Week, RACGP staff attended a webinar covering three topical issues in the area of women’s health.
New data reveal COVID’s impact on cancer screening The pandemic brought a drop in all national cancer screening programs, but there are signs of recovery.
RACGP President shares her story to promote breast cancer awareness Dr Karen Price has opened up about her own experience with the deadly disease.
Lack of awareness key barrier to breast cancer chemoprophylaxis It can reduce the risk of breast cancer by one-third to one-half, yet new research finds 35% of GPs are unaware of chemoprophylaxis.
Calls to reduce breast cancer screening age spark overdiagnosis fears New research suggests screening from age 40 has better outcomes for reducing breast cancer mortality. But is that really the case?
Aspirin vs warfarin: What to prescribe for children post-heart surgery New studies have weighed up the benefits of different blood thinning medications for patients who have undergone a specific heart procedure.
New breast cancer research has ‘immediate implications’ The study has produced fresh evidence about the use of androgens as a potential treatment for oestrogen receptor-positive breast cancer.
Breast cancer awareness should not stop for a pandemic With falling screening rates and concerns of a wave of post-COVID diagnoses, further preventive health incentives have been put in place.
Breast cancer screening and COVID: GPs’ role Dr Alia Kaderbhai, Chair of the RACGP Specific Interests Breast Medicine network, discusses breast cancer screening and treatment during the pandemic.