Research shows need for earlier breast cancer detection It found young women are almost twice as likely to have advanced breast cancer at diagnosis, rather than localised disease.
Lifetime risk of most common cancers overstated: new research Australia’s five most common cancers are less of a lifetime risk than previously thought – particularly for men.
‘Look, lift, feel’: Being breast-aware for life Oncoplastic breast surgeon Associate Professor Sanjay Warrier hopes his new campaign will empower younger women to carry out their own examinations.
Decision to suspend implants may spark excessive breast cancer concern Concerned women with textured breast implants linked to a rare cancer are likely to seek advice from their GP, an expert has told newsGP.
Breast cancer screening report shows steady participation The latest monitoring report confirms just over half of Australian women aged 50–74 continue to participate in screening programs.
Weighing in after breast cancer Weight gain after breast cancer diagnosis is surprisingly common – and comes with a number of risks. Dr Carolyn Ee has some recommendations to help GPs and their patients.
Significant new findings on blood and breast cancers Emerging news could have important implications for GPs and their patients.
Study paints clearer picture of cancer risk A new study has reportedly identified nearly 100 genetic variants that increase the risk of breast cancer, but how useful will it be for GPs?
No public funding for early breast cancer test: What should GPs know? An expert has cautioned GPs and patients to not be alarmed over the decision.
Cancer patients to benefit from new PBS listings More than $81 million will help subsidise medicines for Merkel cell carcinoma, and breast cancer patients will benefit from a newly-listed treatment.