Early detection of breast cancer is indeed crucial, as Sun-Times reporter Kaitlin Washburn’s story on young women being diagnosed with the disease recently pointed out. However, beyond screening, it’s also critical to address the role lifestyle factors play in reducing cancer risk. Genetic predisposition is a key factor in breast cancer, and while we can’t…
Early detection of breast cancer is indeed crucial, as Sun-Times reporter Kaitlin Washburn’s story on young women being diagnosed with the disease recently pointed out. However, beyond screening, it’s also critical to address the role lifestyle factors play in reducing cancer risk. Genetic predisposition is a key factor in breast cancer, and while we can’t…
The rising incidence of breast cancer is becoming a global health crisis, affecting women at increasingly younger ages. In March 2024, renowned actress Olivia Munn, 43, revealed her battle with aggressive luminal B breast cancer, leading to a double mastectomy. In India, recently Bollywood actress Hina Khan, 36, was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. …
There has been an outpouring of support for legendary British cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, after the six-time Olympic champion revealed his cancer diagnosis was terminal. The 48-year-old told the UK’s Sunday Times that he had been diagnosed with primary prostate cancer, which had since spread to his bones. He had earlier revealed that he was…
The British sporting world has paid tribute to champion cyclist Sir Chris Hoy after he revealed his diagnosis with terminal cancer. Speaking with The Sunday Times, Hoy revealed he has two to four years of life left after learning his cancer diagnosis had become terminal. Social media was flooded with messages of support for Hoy,…
Hoy was told that his tumours were at stage 4 by his doctor and that they were incurable. “And just like that,” Hoy wrote. “I learn how I will die.” His wife Sarra asked what treatment options were available but medics described it as the management of his condition. “How long do I have?” Hoy…
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer type among women worldwide and the leading cause of death in women. Annually, over 2.3 million breast cancer cases are reported, making it the most common cancer among adults. In 95% of countries, breast cancer ranks as the first or second leading cause of female cancer deaths….
To mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we speak to inspiring Singaporeans about their journey in battling and overcoming cancer. Warda Ismail gets anxious about things easily, especially when it comes to her health. So much so that her doctor once told her that she is a “borderline hypochondriac”, she shared with AsiaOne in an interview. For the…
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First Published Oct 17, 2024, 4:16 PM IST | Last Updated Oct 17, 2024, 4:16 PM IST Health Desk: October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The main purpose of celebrating this month is to spread awareness about breast cancer among people. Today, the number of women suffering from breast cancer is increasing not…
