Breast cancer series 4 – Prevention

Breast cancer series 4 – Prevention       As posited in a previous article, preventive measures only reduce risk by about 30%.  There is always a risk, however, early detection and treatment are key. Many women fear the possibility of breast cancer particularly when a close family member such as a  mother or a […]

Breast Cancer Series 3 – Various Types and Treatments

Breast Cancer Series 3 Various Types and Treatments Early detection of breast cancer alone does not save lives. Early detection and early treatment are the vital factors that increase the chances of survival.  However, the type of breast cancer also plays a role in the likelihood of survival following treatment. The specific cancer type and […]

BREAST CANCER – Series 2

BREAST CANCER Series 2       Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and causes millions of deaths every year. It is the second commonest cause of cancer deaths in women, after lung cancer. Breast cancer in African women is more likely to cause death and this is attributable to the type […]

BREAST CANCER

BREAST CANCER       Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and causes millions of deaths every year. It is the second commonest cause of cancer deaths in women, after lung cancer. Breast cancer in African women is more likely to cause death and this is attributable to the type of breast […]