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Health and Wellness | December 16, 2024

Should You Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk?

A lab worker testing for signs of genetic-related cancer.
Women have a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer. Early detection and knowing your family history are crucial. Learn when genetic testing can help.
Health and Wellness | October 23, 2024

How Does Breast Surgery Affect Cancer Screenings?

A young woman with previous breast surgery about to get a mammogram
Mammograms after breast surgery are recommended depending on the type of surgery you had. A Scripps breast cancer surgeon explains.
Scripps in the News | October 3, 2024

Fox 5 News Highlights Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to promote early detection. FOX 5 News interviewed Thomas Buchholz, MD, about prevention and more.
Health and Wellness | September 25, 2024

What to Do When You Find a Lump During Breast Self Examination

An older woman wonders if she has breast cancer after doing a self examination.
Most breast lumps are benign but should not be ignored. Learn what to do if you find a lump during a breast self-exam.
Health and Wellness | June 10, 2024

5 Facts About Breast Cancer Screening

Women wearing breast cancer ribbons, a reminder of the importance of mammograms and early detection.
Learn the benefits of regular breast cancer screenings, including mammograms. Early detection is key to successful treatment.
Scripps in the News | May 7, 2024

An In-Depth Look at Palliative Care for Metastatic Breast Cancer

The news website Everyday Health interviews Scripps experts on palliative care for metastic breast cancer. See what it aims to achieve and more.
Health and Wellness | April 23, 2024

Finding Meaning After Breast Cancer Treatment

Kelly O'Connor smiles at home outdoors holding her small dog after breast cancer treatment.
After successful treatment for breast cancer at Scripps, Kelly O’Connor quit her job and now helps others through their cancer journey.
Cancer | February 2, 2024

What Is Inflammatory Breast Cancer?

Inflammatory breast cancer patient holds hand of supporter with cancer ribbon in background.
IBC is a rare but aggressive cancer. Early detection and treatment are crucial. Learn what Scripps is doing to help women with IBC.
Scripps in the News | January 24, 2024

Back in the Swing of Things After Advanced-Stage Breast Cancer

See how cancer survivor Lisa Cink, wife of professional golfer Stewart Cink, is thriving after breast cancer treatment by Thomas Buchholz, MD.
Scripps in the News | October 19, 2023

Scripps Patient Calls Her Breast Cancer Experience a ‘Gift’

Kelly O'Connor provides the Union-Tribune with a guest commentary on breast cancer. Learn how the experience transformed her life.