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This month, we're turning our attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness, supporting early detection, and highlighting the ongoing research shaping the future of breast cancer treatment and prevention.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 11-Oct-2025 15:11 ET (11-Oct-2025 19:11 GMT/UTC)

30-May-2025

Routine breast cancer screening brings better outcomes for patients

Radiological Society of North America
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers have discovered that, compared to breast cancer that is symptom-detected, patients with breast cancer detected via routine screening mammography are more likely to have improved clinical outcomes, according to a new study.

Journal

Radiology Imaging Cancer

29-May-2025

ASCO 2025: Alcohol-fueled cancer deaths are on the rise in the US

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Reports and Proceedings

A new study led by experts at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, is the first to look at trends over time in alcohol-linked cancer mortality across the United States. The findings, titled “Escalating Impact of Alcohol-Related Cancer Mortality in the U.S.: A call for action,” will be presented May 31 at ASCO 2025.

29-May-2025

Menopause drug Duavee may help prevent invasive breast cancer, clinical trial finds

Northwestern University
Reports and Proceedings

A drug already approved by the FDA to treat menopause symptoms may also help prevent invasive breast cancer, according to new findings from a multi-center phase 2 clinical trial led by Northwestern Medicine.

Meeting

2025 ASCO Annual Meeting

28-May-2025

Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation awards Quantitative Biology Fellowships to five cutting-edge scientists

Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation
Grant and Award Announcement

Whether designing new proteins or mapping DNA structure, these scientists aim to shed light on these fundamental questions through large-scale data collection, mathematical modeling, and quantitative analysis.

28-May-2025

Women with low muscle mass have a worse prognosis in breast cancer treatment

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo
Peer-Reviewed Publication

The study conducted at the University of São Paulo evaluated data from 54 women who were newly diagnosed with early-stage disease. Accurately assessing a patient’s body composition is essential for monitoring metabolic changes related to breast cancer and identifying the need for earlier intervention, such as nutritional support and physical exercise.

Journal

Discover Oncology

Funder

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

28-May-2025

Cutting-edge imaging breakthroughs for early breast cancer detection

Xia & He Publishing Inc.
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality globally, underscoring the critical need for early detection to improve survival rates and reduce treatment invasiveness. This review synthesizes advancements in imaging technologies that enhance early diagnosis, focusing on their clinical applications, limitations, and future potential.

Journal

Cancer Screening and Prevention

28-May-2025

Mayo Clinic experts present key cancer research findings at ASCO

Mayo Clinic
Meeting Announcement

Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers will present their latest oncology findings at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. The event, recognized as one of the largest gatherings in the field of cancer research, will feature 59 Mayo Clinic-authored abstracts highlighting advancements in cancer care.

Meeting

2025 ASCO Annual Meeting