Breast cancer survivor backs NHS campaign for early detection

Breast cancer survivor backs NHS campaign for early detection

Sheridan Dixon received the unexpected news at a routine appointment, and is now calling for more women to get screened

Study Finds Association Between Breast-Conserving Therapy and Breast

On March 27, 2025, a critical study published in the April issue of “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” sheds light on the long-term implications of breast-conserving therapy (BCT) coupled with radiation therapy (RT) for women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. The study presents alarming findings indicating that these women may experience significant reductions in breast size over time, a reality that underscores the need for comprehens…

The National Supplementary Health Agency (ANS) announced last Wednesday (26) an important guideline aimed at health plans, which are now encouraged to screen women over 40 for breast cancer. This measure, although not mandatory, is voluntary and its main objective is to encourage operators to join the program in exchange for a certificate of good practices. This certificate is highly valued and serves as a significant recognition for operators t…

The ANS (National Supplementary Health Agency) decided on Monday (March 24, 2025) that health plans must offer mammograms for women over the age of 40. The measure, which is included in the OncoRede (Good Practices Certification Program in Oncological Care), expands breast cancer screening for early diagnosis. Breast cancer screening from the age of 40 is recommended by national and international medical societies, such as the Brazilian Society …

Improving early diagnosis of breast cancer in a public healthcare network in El Salvador

Asociación Salvadoreña para la Prevención del Cáncer – El Salvador espejo 2025-03-26 - 14:44 Improving early diagnosis of breast cancer in a public healthcare network in El Salvador Asociación Salvadoreña para la Prevención del Cáncer – El Salvador This project was awarded a Breast Cancer programme (BCP) grant in October 2022 and in support of the GBCI initiative. Learn more about the Breast Cancer programme Context ​ This pilot project sought…