by Nina D’Abreo, MD | Jan 29, 2018
If you or a loved one has increased risk factors for breast cancer, developing a risk reduction plan is an important conversation to have with your doctor. At our hospital, we always recommend tackling obesity and alcohol usage first, but for those at high risk,...
by Lauren Fisch-Henry | Mar 14, 2017
Here’s good news for the 15 million Americans who work night shifts and other irregular or rotating schedules. A new review that compiled data from over 1.4 million women challenges the 2007 World Health Organization (WHO) assertion that breast cancer risks increase...
by Ashley Garcia | Mar 23, 2015
With the seasons changing, there is a high chance that many of us will be under the weather at one point or another. Here are a few tips we can start practicing in order to keep our defenses up: Drink Lemon Water every morning: Boosts Your Immune System. Lemons are...
by Sara Gates | Mar 1, 2013
While we may know that age is one of the highest breast cancer risk factors, we are also certain that taking charge of your breast health should not wait for any milestone or birthday! It’s never too early to develop good habits around early detection and...
by April Zubko | Jul 20, 2012
Can you really “prevent” cancer? This is a question The Maurer Foundation gets often, and for a good reason. Breast cancer prevention lies at the heart of our non-profit mission and is the primary goal of our youth, community, and corporate breast health...
by American Cancer Society | Jul 18, 2012
American Cancer Society Researchers Say Coordinated Efforts Needed to Close Gaps in Preventive Behavior An annual report from the American Cancer Society says much of the suffering and death from cancer could be prevented by more systematic efforts to reduce tobacco...
