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Conditions & Treatment

Sep 29, 2023

What Are the Top 9 Symptoms of Breast Cancer?

The most important thing you can do is have breast awareness. Pay attention to changes in your breasts.

By Lindsey Fauveau, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 10, 2022

Breast Cancer: Risk Factors, Treatment

About 85% of breast cancers are sporadic and occur in women with no family history. Learn your risk factors and what you can do to try to prevent breast cancer.

By Florence Wright, MD

Prevention & Wellness

May 2, 2022

Young Mother Triumphs Over Triple Negative Breast Cancer

At 29 years old, Rachel was a dietitian, a wife and a mom to a 15-month-old little boy. She was also diagnosed with breast cancer.

Women's Health

Oct 29, 2021

Breast Cancer Survivor Leads Patients from Diagnosis to Remission

Summer Seal was only 39 when she was diagnosed with grade 3 ductal carcinoma in her left breast.

Women's Health

Oct 19, 2021

She Survived Breast Cancer and COVID-19

Maria encourages women to make their annual screenings a priority, no matter the circumstances.

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 18, 2021

Breast Cancer and Men

Although it is rare, breast cancer does affect men, too. Learn more about breast cancer symptoms for men and what factors put men at risk for breast cancer.

Conditions & Treatment

Sep 28, 2021

Breast Cancer Screenings During COVID-19

Early detection is key when dealing with breast cancer, but what does that look like during the COVID-19 pandemic?

By Lindsey Fauveau, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 28, 2021

What Is a Mammogram?

A mammogram is a special test that can detect breast cancer. Because most breast cancers cannot be felt, a yearly mammogram can be a valuable tool for early detection.

Women's Health

Apr 13, 2021

What are the Early Signs of Metastatic Breast Cancer?

Metastatic breast cancer is an advanced form of breast cancer that has spread to another part of the body, usually the bones, brain, lungs or liver.

By Florence Wright, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 25, 2021

What is Inflammatory Breast Cancer?

Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer that presents itself differently from other types of breast cancer.

By Angela Buonagura, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Mar 24, 2021

What is The Difference Between a Screening Mammogram and a Diagnostic Mammogram?

While you may be aware of the recommendation for you to start receiving an annual mammogram at age 40, you may not know that there are two different types of mammograms – screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms.

By Brett Roberts, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 5, 2021

Should Mammogram Screenings Be Delayed After COVID Vaccination?

Some patients have reported swelling of the lymph nodes in one armpit after the COVID vaccine and wonder if they should delay their screening by a few weeks after completing the second dose to ensure they don't have a false-positive reading.

By Brett Roberts, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 15, 2020

What Causes Breast Cancer?

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is during the month of October. It’s important to understand what breast cancer is, what causes it, what the signs and symptoms are and the importance of getting screened.

Food & Fitness

Oct 15, 2020

Nutrition and Breast Cancer: Eat to Beat the Odds

You can decrease your risk for breast cancer by making simply diet and lifestyle modifications, including these top strategies.

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD

Prevention & Wellness

Oct 15, 2020

Reduce Your Breast Cancer Risk Year-Round

From exercise and maintaining a healthy weight to reducing your alcohol intake, here are the best ways to reduce your risk of breast cancer year-round.

By Burke J. Brooks, MD

Food & Fitness

Oct 11, 2020

Healthy Choices to Help Prevent Breast Cancer

Reducing your consumption of alcohol, staying active, limiting sugar and refined carbohydrates, replacing red meat and drinking more tea may all help reduce your risk of breast cancer.

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD

Health Trends

Oct 10, 2018

8 Ways to Mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Here's how to help raise breast cancer awareness throughout October -- and the entire year.

By Shaune Farve-Williams

Women's Health

Oct 8, 2018

Ochsner Patient Story: Sue Cloninger - Breast Cancer Story (Video)

After battling kidney cancer, Sue thought she was in the clear, but her battle wasn't over.

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 24, 2018

More Comfortable Mammograms: What Are My Options?

3D mammography is a more comfortable and accurate mammogram option that you may not have heard of.

By Kellin Reynolds, MD

Health Trends

Jan 14, 2016

Susan Landry Patient Story: Healthy in Every Way

In 1992, Susan Landry was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer. 23 years later, she shares the story of her care.

Conditions & Treatment

Nov 13, 2015

Knitted Knockers Provide Comfort for Breast Cancer Patients

Have you heard of knitted knockers for breast cancer patients? In case you may not be familiar with this simple, innovative solution for patients, a knitted knocker is a handmade knitted breast prosthesis for women who have undergone a mastectomy, or removal of the breast.

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 12, 2015

5 Ways to Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Check out these 5 simple ways you can help raise awareness for breast cancer this October.

Food & Fitness

Oct 5, 2015

Top Foods to Help Prevent Breast Cancer

Four foods that may help reduce the risk of breast cancer.

By Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD

Conditions & Treatment

Oct 21, 2014

Why Support Groups for Breast Cancer Patients Can Be Powerful

For survivors of breast cancer, support groups can be a powerful resource in providing survivors a chance to share experiences in a safe environment where he or she feels understood.