There have been 8,410 new cases of female breast cancer in 2022 in New Jersey and 1,210 deaths.
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Study: Racial gap in breast cancer diagnoses has closed
For decades, breast cancer has been less common in black women than white women, yet killed black women at a higher rate.
Cancer group’s mammogram advice: Start later and get fewer
The American Cancer Society now says women should start mammograms later in life and get fewer of them, a stance that puts the trusted group closer to an influential government task force's advice.
Breast cancer to kill 1,400 in NJ this year — but there’s hope
Despite the strides made, breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women.
Breast Cancer: Why You Should Get Checked
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: a month to remember those who have lost their battle with breast cancer, as well as to recognize those who have survived the disease. Breast cancer changes the lives of thousands of women and their families yearly, and it's important to get checked regularly to increase chances of staying healthy.
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Women Over 40, Have You Had a Mammogram? [AUDIO]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and officials with the Cancer Institute of New Jersey are urging all women to take charge of their health and get routine breast screenings.
Earliest breast cancer risky for some women, study suggests
New research shows that chances of dying from very early breast cancer are small but the disease is riskier for young women and blacks, the same disparities seen for more advanced cancer.
Expert panel – Mammograms are most worth it for women 50-69
A new, international panel of experts has studied the most recent evidence on mammograms to screen for breast cancer and says they do the most good for women in their 50s and 60s.
Study – Breast cancer overtreatment costs US $4B a year
Sharpening a medical debate about the costs and benefits of cancer screening, a new report estimates that the U.S. spends $4 billion a year on unnecessary medical costs due to mammograms that generate false alarms, and on treatment of certain breast tumors unlikely to cause problems.
Breast Cancer survivors – tell Steve Trevelise your story at 9
Are you a breast cancer survivor, or are you close to one? What are some of the things you’ve done in the name of charity?
‘New Jersey Housewife’ Amber Marchese discusses breast cancer awareness
Amber Marchese is one of the newest cast members of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, whose storyline brings a new meaning to reality TV. Amber is a breast cancer survivor, and she's opened up about her cancer battle on television. I was able to speak with Amber about the importance of breast cancer awareness.