Posts Tagged ‘breast cancer’

October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

What Is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. There are many different types of breast cancer that can affect both women and men. Early Detection According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized […]


Breast Cancer Basic Information

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in the United States. Although deaths from breast cancer have declined, it still remains the second leading cause of cancer death among women. Possible Symptoms of Breast Cancer New lump in the breast or armpit Swelling […]