- November 22, 2016
Tags: Elida Cano, cancer care, Advocate Sherman Hospital, stories of the girls, Dr. Rajini Manjunath
Elida Cano has had a busy year, from a mammogram to chemo to multiple surgeries. But now she’s cancer-free.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: ovarian cancer, Creticos Cancer Center, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, gene mutations, genetic counseling, genetic testing, Melody Perpich, BRCA1, Chicago, genetics, BRCA2, BRCA, breast cancer
Researchers say it’s only necessary for certain populations or those with a specific health history.
- October 31, 2016
Tags: healing heels, Lauren Truelock, cancer, breast cancer, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, stories of the girls, Lauren Wakefield
After a special gift from a friend helped her through cancer treatment, Lauren Truelock wanted to give back.
- October 28, 2016
Tags: Barrington, radiation, Dr. James Ruffer, Dr. Steve Madry, Intraoperative Radiation Therapy, oncoplastic, breast cancer, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Dr. Barry Rosen
Three physicians collaborated to help a mom get back to her active lifestyle just days after surgery.
- October 27, 2016
Tags: cancer, breast cancer, mental health, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, sexuality, Andrea Karoff
7 out of 10 breast cancer survivors struggle with issues related to their sexual health two years after diagnosis. An expert offers advice for women.
- October 26, 2016
Tags: American Cancer Society, Downers Grove, risk assessment, Dr. Gale England, mammograms, breast cancer screenings, breast cancer, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
With one in eight women developing breast cancer during their lifetime, early detection is key.
- October 25, 2016
Tags: breast cancer, pregnancy, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, Ill., Dr. Nikki Neubauer, gynecologic oncology
While breast cancer during pregnancy is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Nearly one out of every 3,000 women is affected.