Breast Cancer

HEALTH 2 days ago

Breast cancer screenings may decline for women who receive false-positive test results, says study

High rates of false-positive test results may be keeping women from sticking to recommended mammogram screenings for breast cancer, a new study has found. Experts weigh in.

Saturday Night Live August 30

'SNL' star Victoria Jackson is not ‘scared’ of inoperable cancer

Comedian Victoria Jackson, 65, opened up about her breast cancer journey and appeared in good spirits, explaining that death doesn't frighten her.

CANCER August 5

These 17 cancer types are more common in Gen X and millennials, as study notes 'alarming trend'

Certain types of cancers are more prevalent among Gen X and millennials, according to a new study led by the American Cancer Society. An oncologist weighs in on the findings.

VIDEO July 28

Study finds COVID school closures were mostly ineffective

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier joins ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to react to the study finding stay-at-home orders hurt children’s educational outcomes and were mostly ineffective at saving lives.

Departed July 17

Shannen Doherty's doctor details 'sad' but 'beautiful' final moments before 'Charmed' actress' death

Shannen Doherty's oncologist, Dr. Lawrence D. Piro, revealed the details of the actress' final moments. He shared that he was surrounded by loved ones.

LIFESTYLE May 16

Short questions with Dana Perino for Dr. Nicole Saphier

In this week's "Short questions," Dr. Nicole Saphier tells Dana Perino why she's devoted her professional career to early cancer detection — and debunks popular medical myths.

HEALTH May 12

8 of the most important health stories this week, in case you missed them

With a new week beckoning, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

HEALTH May 7

Seniors and breast cancer: Why aren’t older women told to get mammograms?

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women between the ages of 40 and 74 should get mammograms every other year, but some experts object to the older cut-off age.

HEALTH May 5

8 important health stories to know about in case you missed them

As you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

HEALTH April 30

Breast cancer mammogram screenings should start at age 40 instead of 50, says health task force

Women should get mammograms every other year starting at age 40, according to updated recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).