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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer set for Sunday

On Sunday, thousands of survivors, families, friends and individuals who never met each other — but are united in one goal of finding a cure for breast cancer — will turn out to physically and vocally show their support in the American Cancer Society’s annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk.

Genetic testing can identify cancer risk

Many people are aware that there is sometimes a genetic link to their cancer diagnoses based on their family history. Now, that risk can be pinpointed a little more accurately thanks to a relatively new offering by Comprehensive Cancer Centers. Barbara Caldwell, MSN, APRN, serves as the organization’s cancer genetic counselor, adding a line of service to support and educate patients on inherited cancer risks.

Does taking hormones lead to breast cancer?

More than 140 million American women take some sort of birth control, and roughly 6 million women use hormone therapy to reduce debilitating symptoms of menopause. But is it safe?