6 ways the government could help address drug shortages, including in cancer

Routine breast cancer screening that includes biennial MRIs rather than digital breast tomosynthesis alone could benefit patients aged 40 years or older with extremely dense breasts and higher cancer risk, data show.

A diagnosis of ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS, often comes as a surprise during a routine mammogram. While the news is understandably taxing, it is important to remember that DCIS is a noninvasive, highly treatable stage of breast cancer.

The effect of low to moderate alcohol consumption on mortality varied by alcohol type, according to findings presented at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Session.

Medicines that control the level of estrogen in the body are essential for women who have been treated for certain types of breast cancer, as they help keep the cancer from returning.