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2024 20 Mar
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2024 16 Jan
Third annual Hologic Global Women’s Health Index shows billions of women untested for life-threatening conditions, emotional health worsening and nearly 1 billion women living with physical pain. The world faces an emergency in women’s health even as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes, according to one of the largest annual updates on women’s...Read more
2024 16 Jan
Third annual Hologic Global Women’s Health Index shows billions of women untested for life-threatening conditions, emotional health worsening and nearly 1 billion women living with physical pain. The world faces an emergency in women’s health even as the COVID-19 pandemic wanes, according to one of the largest annual updates on women’s...Read more
2024 15 Jan
After four years of dedicated service as our President, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Tanja Spani c , whose mandate has now come to an end. We were honored to be led by such a remarkable lady: she significantly contributed to Europa Donna’s advocacy work and good reputation, achieving notable successes during very difficult times. Tanja’s...Read more
2023 22 Dec
With a commitment to expanding its reach and clinical services portfolio for the communities it serves across 15 countries, Affidea has successfully completed 14 acquisitions this year across 8 countries. These acquisitions have not only broadened the company's geographic footprint but have also enhanced its ability to provide exceptional medical services...Read more
2023 15 Dec
Richard Price, Head of Policy, European Cancer Organisation Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan is working. New EU level cancer prevention legislation is now in statutes, with more to come. Ambitious pan-European projects are up and running, with early outputs coming to fruition. New communities for multi-stakeholder action are formed with promises...Read more
2023 13 Dec
According to new paper published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the capability to self-schedule mammograms was associated with a 15% increase in follow-through with the screening. When patients lack the time to call a scheduling line or encounter challenges in finding appointments that suit their schedule, self-scheduling facilitates...Read more
2023 30 Nov
According to research presented at the 2023 RSNA, a deep learning AI model, developed solely using mammogram image biomarkers, accurately predicted both ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and invasive carcinoma. Risk-based screening has remained elusive as researchers grapple with accurately evaluating a woman's risk of developing breast cancer....Read more
2023 15 Nov
Hologic, Inc. is set to showcase its extensive booth demos and introduce three innovative medical education sessions at the upcoming RSNA event. As the global leader in breast imaging, Hologic, Inc. is dedicated to offering clinically proven solutions across the entire continuum of care. Their objective is to improve outcomes and elevate...Read more
2023 15 Nov
Hologic, Inc. is set to showcase its extensive booth demos and introduce three innovative medical education sessions at the upcoming RSNA event. As the global leader in breast imaging, Hologic, Inc. is dedicated to offering clinically proven solutions across the entire continuum of care. Their objective is to improve outcomes and elevate...Read more
2023 13 Nov
Athina Vourtsis is the founder of Athena Medical, a Breast Imaging and Women's Health Centre in Athens, Greece, where she is the Head of the Radiology department and Chief Scientific Advisor. She is also the Founding President of the Hellenic Breast Imaging Society. Dr Vourtsis has shown special interest in supplemental screening methods and AI....Read more
2023 13 Nov
Athina Vourtsis is the founder of Athena Medical, a Breast Imaging and Women's Health Centre in Athens, Greece, where she is the Head of the Radiology department and Chief Scientific Advisor. She is also the Founding President of the Hellenic Breast Imaging Society. Dr Vourtsis has shown special interest in supplemental screening methods and AI....Read more
2023 13 Nov
Athina Vourtsis is the founder of Athena Medical, a Breast Imaging and Women's Health Centre in Athens, Greece, where she is the Head of the Radiology department and Chief Scientific Advisor. She is also the Founding President of the Hellenic Breast Imaging Society. Dr Vourtsis has shown special interest in supplemental screening methods and AI....Read more
2023 13 Nov
Athina Vourtsis is the founder of Athena Medical, a Breast Imaging and Women's Health Centre in Athens, Greece, where she is the Head of the Radiology department and Chief Scientific Advisor. She is also the Founding President of the Hellenic Breast Imaging Society. Dr Vourtsis has shown special interest in supplemental screening methods and AI....Read more
2023 25 Oct
A device for conducting Clinical Breast Examinations (CBE) has been developed. The manipulator, designed by a team at the University of Bristol and based at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, can apply precise forces similar to those used by human examiners and is equipped with sensor technology that allows it to detect lumps. Safe electronic...Read more
2023 14 Sep
A recent study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that living in an area with high levels of particulate air pollution was associated with an increased incidence of breast cancer. The research was conducted by scientists at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and the National Cancer Institute...Read more
2023 30 Aug
On June 21 – 50 years ago – Billie Jean King called on her peers for strength in unity and founded the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). With the support of 63 fellow players, the founding meeting took place ahead of Wimbledon at a hotel in London. The WTA thrives as the largest women’s sports organization and upholds a founding mission...Read more
2023 30 Aug
On June 21 – 50 years ago – Billie Jean King called on her peers for strength in unity and founded the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). With the support of 63 fellow players, the founding meeting took place ahead of Wimbledon at a hotel in London. The WTA thrives as the largest women’s sports organization and upholds a founding mission...Read more
2023 30 Aug
The invitation proved too momentous to pass up. It arrived as I reached my third decade in academic medicine, including years of serving as Director of Breast Imaging for Johns Hopkins Medicine. During this entire time, it was a privilege to help thousands of women – and their families – navigate their journeys against breast cancer. ...Read more
2023 14 Aug
Patients undergoing treatment for ovarian cancer often encounter peripheral neuropathy, an adverse effect of chemotherapy that can lead to persistent pain and numbness lasting for months or even years. A recent Yale study suggests that engaging in aerobic exercise for a period of up to six months can offer relief from this side effect. ...Read more
2023 07 Aug
When breast cancer is identified during its initial stages, the survival rate is almost perfect, reaching nearly 100 percent. However, for tumours that are discovered in the more advanced stages, this rate drops to approximately 25 percent. MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound device to allow people to detect tumors whilst they...Read more
2023 07 Aug
When breast cancer is identified during its initial stages, the survival rate is almost perfect, reaching nearly 100 percent. However, for tumours that are discovered in the more advanced stages, this rate drops to approximately 25 percent. MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound device to allow people to detect tumors whilst they...Read more
2023 07 Aug
When breast cancer is identified during its initial stages, the survival rate is almost perfect, reaching nearly 100 percent. However, for tumours that are discovered in the more advanced stages, this rate drops to approximately 25 percent. MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound device to allow people to detect tumors whilst they...Read more
2023 04 Jul
Susan M. Love, MD, MBA, who led Dr. Susan Love Foundation for Breast Cancer Research since 1995, steering the Foundation through its innovative and life-changing research and advocacy programs, has died. She was 75. Dr. Love passed away with recurrent leukemia on July 2, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. A breast surgeon, Dr....Read more