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Study: Male relatives face risk from breast cancer genes - Mar 15, 2008
North County Times,Male relatives of women with such genes often do not realize that they, too, may carry them, and face greater odds of developing male breast cancer,
Interest in genetic testing for breast, ovarian cancer rises - Mar 21, 2008
Spokane Journal of Business,...breast and ovarian cancer; male breast cancer; several relatives with breast or ovarian cancer; relatives with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation; and breast or
Cancer treatment choices often overwhelming; - Mar 16, 2008
Nashua Telegraph,..."People are usually too free about giving advice," said Riter, a survivor of male breast cancer and graduate of the San Antonio program.
Penis cancer: My very private hell - Mar 4, 2008
Independent,Placed way down the list of the most common male cancers at 23 (one place ahead of male breast cancer) it is extremely rare. It is also, says Edwards,
Necessity of Alzheimer's test debated - Mar 11, 2008
Contra Costa Times,As an example, a mutation in a gene called BRCA1 gives men a 100-times increased risk of breast cancer, which sounds terrifying, but male breast cancer is
Nonfiction Reviews - Mar 9, 2008
Publishers Weekly,...no male breast cancer patient has tackled the shock of being diagnosed with 'a woman’s disease’ through a book-length chronicle of the experience.
Some Cancer Patients Turn to 'Coaches' - Feb 18, 2008
The Associated Press..."People are usually too free about giving advice," said Riter (pronounced RITT-er), a survivor of male breast cancer and graduate of the San Antonio program
Manila resident to attend breast cancer walk - Feb 13, 2008
Northeast Arkansas Town Crier,Breast cancer affects men, too, and in 2008 ACS estimates over 2000 cases of male breast cancer will be diagnosed. The best defense against breast cancer is
Cancer Survivor Speaks At Relay For Life Rally - Jan 21, 2008
Times-Union Newspaper,..."There is not as much information about male breast cancer as there is for female breast cancer, but I wear a blue and pink ribbon to remind people how real
Kevin Brown of '30 Rock' to Star in 'Die Laughing' - Feb 18, 2008
Broadway World,...on the threshold of the biggest break of his career when he is forced to take a serious look at his life after being stricken with Male Breast Cancer."
30 Rock's Kevin Brown to Die Laughing - Feb 19, 2008
New York Observer,...break of his career when he is forced to take a serious look at his life after being stricken with Male Breast Cancer," according to Broadway World.
Male breast cancer cases double - Dec 25, 2007
The Press AssociationIncidents of male breast cancer in Ireland more than doubled in a two-year period, statistics show. There were 23 recorded cases of the rare condition in
'Shaft' Star Battled Male Breast Cancer, Now Raises Awareness - Dec 20, 2007
ABC News..."Shaft" star Richard Roundtree now raises awareness about male breast cancer. (AP Photo/Getty Images) By KATHARINE STOEL GAMMON When Richard Roundtree was
Utah man a rare sufferer of breast cancer - Dec 13, 2007
Salt Lake Tribune,One recent study also showed that 15 percent of male breast cancer patients have one or more close relatives with breast cancer. BRCA2 gene mutations are
SABCS: Earlier Diagnosis and Better Treatment Improve Male Breast ... - Dec 17, 2007
MedPage Today,17 -- Male breast cancer outcomes have improved substantially by earlier diagnoses and increased use of adjuvant therapies, two large French cohorts showed.
Men Carry Breast Cancer Genes, Too - Dec 14, 2007
The Associated PressMale relatives of women with such genes often do not realize that they, too, may carry them, and face greater odds of developing male breast cancer,
Under breast cancer radar - Dec 15, 2007
Chicago Tribune,A study presented Friday at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium offered some insight into why male breast cancer remains below the radar.
Study: male relatives face risk from breast cancer genes - Dec 14, 2007
KVIA,A study finds such men also face greater odds of developing male breast cancer, as well as prostate, pancreatic and skin cancer, new research suggests.
BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutations Increase Breast Cancer Risk in Men - Nov 29, 2007
Cancer Consultants (press release),...[1] Previous studies have provided convincing evidence that BRCA2 mutations increase the risk of male breast cancer, but less is known about the effects of
Doctor says men may also carry gene for breast cancer - Dec 14, 2007
WLOS,New research indicates that male relatives of women with such genes may also carry them, and may face greater odds of developing male breast cancer -- along
Genes raise breast cancer risk for men - Nov 28, 2007
China Post,..."At all ages, the cumulative risks of male breast cancer were higher in both BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation carriers than in noncarriers," the researchers report
BRCA genes raise breast cancer risk for men too - 28 Nov 2007
Reuters..."At all ages, the cumulative risks of male breast cancer were higher in both BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation carriers than in noncarriers," the researchers report
male breast cancer - Oct 30, 2007
Frederick News Post (subscription),...by katie leslie woodsboro ----in a month filled with charity walks, pink-ribboned merchandise and public awareness campaigns, charles "doc" brown wants to
male breast cancer takes center stage as the diversity players of ... - Oct 31, 2007
PR Web (press release),2007. male breast cancer makes up only about 1% of all breast cancer cases, but of that 1% about 26% of them die which is due in part to the lateness of
when the cancer gene lurks in your family - Nov 13, 2007
Baxter Bulletin,...women with bilateral breast cancers; and any diagnosis of male breast cancer, says mary ellen carano, a cancer genetic risk educator. brca1 and brca2
fdl's dan wyrobeck is living proof that men can overcome breast cancer - Oct 30, 2007
The Reporter,..."if anything i can say will help others going through this, i'll do it," dan said, adding that in the past he was put in touch with other male breast cancer
breast cancer in men is rare, but does occur - Nov 5, 2007
49abcnews.com,...the american cancer society has a detailed guide concerning male breast cancer on their web site, www.cancer.org. sergio's humor helped, but he says that
Ord. 48 gets more farfetched - Nov 25, 2007
Aspen Daily News,Shown here in the Hot Springs Pool in Glenwood Springs, Pierce believes it is his duty to spread the word about male breast cancer.
hormonen, borstkanker en em-straling - Nov 17, 2007
Femistyle,...elevated emr have been implicated in an increased incidence of male breast cancer. men who worked as telephone linemen, in switching stations,
october garners cancer awareness - Oct 30, 2007
The University of Alabama Crimson White,...usually the ducts and lobules. it occurs in both men and women, though male breast cancer is rare. the institute estimates that 12.7 percent of women
in good health -- even the ribbons are pink - Oct 29, 2007
Frederick News Post (subscription),...(clinical trials on male breast cancer are difficult to enroll, said renowned researcher dr. zeina nahleh of the karamanos cancer institute at wayne state
toy boys for all - Nov 25, 2007
Central Station,...pointing out that man boobs ‘create a kind of gender ambiguity’, cccn warned that male breast cancer increased by 26% between 1973 and 1988 though saved
inspiration for your 26.2 mile trek - Nov 2, 2007
New York Times,...including 73-year-old mark goldstein, who was once diagnosed with male breast cancer. after his diagnosis and treatment, mr. goldstein traveled all over
st. lucie county community connection: november 3 - Nov 2, 2007
TCPalm,...(772) 468-3253. male breast cancer awareness poker run: benefiting john w. nick foundation. by abate of florida, indian river chapter.
a blatant case of double standards - Nov 10, 2007
Irish Independent,...under ahern and the cabbage party. sir -- if these were cases of male breast cancer, the machines and systems would have been sorted out years ago! sir
49 news now: an afternoon update of news and weather - Nov 5, 2007
49abcnews.com,...in our special investigation, who owns houses from hell. and, it is rare, but deadly. learn the impact of male breast cancer, tonight on 49 news at 6.
Surgeon: Male breast cancer less likely, but just as dangerous - 19 Oct 2007
The Southern,But while male breast cancer might be rare it is no less dangerous, said one local surgeon. Dr. Marsha Ryan of Carbondale says that part of the danger with
Male Breast Cancer: One Man’s Survival Story - Oct 17, 2007
FOX NewsToday, it affects less than 1 percent of men, or 2030 per year, but when it strikes, male breast cancer can be just as life-threatening, and altering,
Country Singer Paul Ott Carruth Battles Breast Cancer - Oct 18, 2007
ABC NewsMale breast cancer comprises only 1 percent of all breast cancer cases — not a surprising figure, since men's bodies contain only about 1 percent of the
Survivor warns: Don't take male breast cancer lightly - Oct 18, 2007
The Province,Most don't like to admit it, but men do spend time looking at themselves in the mirror. And for Byron Aceman, that one moment of looking at the shape his
Male Breast Cancer - Oct 17, 2007
NTV,Male breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. Breast cancer may occur in men.
SGA helps raise male breast cancer awareness - Oct 17, 2007
MU The Parthenon (subscription),Emilee Isaacs, SGA community service co-chairwoman, said male breast cancer is one of the most highly misdiagnosed cancers. "By focusing on men,
The Pinking of Breast Cancer - Oct 11, 2007
Seattle Post IntelligencerAccording to the American Cancer Society, male breast cancer accounts for less than 1% of all breast cancer cases. So sure, women are the vast majority of
Breast Cancer in Males - Oct 10, 2007
AM850,Male Breast Cancer is a rare genetic abnormality that compromises one-percent of all male cancer forms. Doctor Mandy Robertson from Shands Hospital says
Study Shows Male Breast Cancer on the Rise - Oct 4, 2007
WBKO,Male breast cancer is rare in the US The disease is 100 times more common among women. Like Bill, many men delay going to the doctor and are diagnosed with
Breast cancer can strike men - Oct 2, 2007
Sarasota Herald-Tribune,By DAVID GRIMES Like most men, Randall Greene of Venice gave little or no thought to male breast cancer. True, his mother had died of breast cancer and her
One survivor's recollection of male breast cancer - Sep 26, 2007
The Journal News / Lohud.com,By BOB HEISLER In 2002, Journal News Entertainment Editor and Larchmont resident Bob Heisler was diagnosed with breast cancer, a disease that overwhelmingly
Breast cancer can be life-and-death issue for men - Oct 5, 2007
KOMO,Male breast cancer -- it's just not something men like to talk about. Many men don't even know it exists. But there's a former NASCAR mechanic who says it's
Carruth family to find out gene results on 'Today' - Oct 15, 2007
Jackson Clarion Ledger,..."Combine that with the fact that they're father-daughter and male breast cancer is so rare ... To us, this was must-see television.
Study into male breast cancer - Sep 20, 2007
Preston Citizen,By Citizen letters I am undertaking research into how male breast cancer affects the men who develop it. If you are a man who has or has had breast cancer I
Male breast cancer survivor drives message home - Sep 20, 2007
Asbury Park Press,BY FRAIDY REISS JACKSON — For a while, Mark Goldstein ignored the lump under his left nipple. Men don't get breast cancer, right?
Breast Care - Oct 11, 2007
Jamaica Observer,Male breast cancer makes up less than one per cent of all cases of breast cancer. It is usually detected in men between 60 and 70 years of age.
Breast cancer drug needs approval for men's use - Oct 3, 2007
ABC Online,Mr Foley says a male breast cancer patient in his electorate will have to pay about $11000 when he starts taking the drug. A spokeswoman for the department
» Blog: Breast Cancer Focus of In-Depth - Oct 11, 2007
WXIA-TV,Finally, actor Richard Roundtree shares his disbelief when he was diagnosed with male breast cancer. This information could save your life or the life of
Sharing her ‘view' - Oct 14, 2007
Monroenews.com,Male breast cancer account for about 1 percent of all breast cancers, she said. "Today, we're all cancer free. We're a strong family," Ms. Bruck said.
INSPIRED TO RUN BY MY TRAGIC MATE - Oct 13, 2007
Leicester Mercury,Male breast cancer, which normally affects people over the age of 60, is not as common as it is in women. More than 300 men are diagnosed with the disease
Luncheon to promote breast cancer awareness - Oct 2, 2007
Access North Georgia,Because male breast cancer is somewhat uncommon, it is not usually detected until it is in a more advance stage. Many people are unaware that all types of
Early Breast Cancer Detection Saves Lives - Oct 1, 2007
Earthtimes.orgMost cases of male breast cancer are detected between the ages of 60 and 70, although the condition can develop in men of any age.
Carruth battles breast cancer - Sep 25, 2007
Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal,With the support of his wife, Lynda, this is Carruth's new mission: Bring national awareness to male breast cancer and share the story of his healing.
Breast cancer shows no bias - Sep 25, 2007
Kentucky.com,Peeples said that in May 2004, he was clueless of the risk of male breast cancer when he noticed his left nipple was inverted. "I thought it only happened
Survivor seizes chance to make people aware - Sep 26, 2007
Tri-Town News,..."Statistically, this is a woman's disease and there is no doubt about that" said Mark Goldstein, 74, a 19-year survivor male breast cancer.
What to Do About Man Boobs - Sep 19, 2007
U.S. News & World Report,Can gynecomastia be confused with male breast cancer? One should be able to differentiate gynecomastia from male breast cancer, which accounts for about 1
Men's Breasts: No Joking Matter - Sep 20, 2007
TIME...behind the nipple, or been accompanied by discharge, Braunstein would have suspected male breast cancer, which is much rarer and not harmless at all).
Screening debuts at Doylestown Hospital - Sep 29, 2007
phillyBurbs.com,...cases of breast or ovarian cancer in the family, have any incidence of male breast cancer in the family or who have any incidence of ovarian cancer.
Survivor in swing of things - Sep 28, 2007
Akron Beacon Journal,Merchant's Square retail businesses on Ghent Road in Fairlawn have been so inspired by Akron male breast cancer survivor Lee Giller that they have joined
Half Of Blokes Hiding Moobs - Sep 21, 2007
Glasgow Daily Record,Male breast cancer and cysts can also cause swelling but these cases are relatively rare. Dr Braunstein said that if the condition is accompanied by pain or
Myriad Genetics Launches Awareness Advertising Campaign to Educate ... - 10 Sep 2007
CNNMoney.com...ovarian cancer at any age; both breast and ovarian cancer; 2 primary breast cancers; male breast cancer at any age; specific ethnic groups,
Man's shock over breast cancer - Sep 7, 2007
The Press AssociationOnly 300 men a year contract male breast cancer, compared with the 44000 women who are diagnosed with the disease. Mr Hall, from Alnmouth in Northumberland,
James Barlow discovered he had breast cancer last spring. (ABC News) - Aug 23, 2007
ABC NewsAccording to the National Institutes of Health's Web site, male breast cancer is rare and most commonly occurs in men between ages 60 and 70.
Cancer gene lurks - Aug 28, 2007
DesMoinesRegister.com,Men carrying the gene have a six percent risk of male breast cancer, compared to .05 percent in the general population. Genetic testing costs about $3000
Men also prone to breast cancer - Aug 26, 2007
PRESS TV,Male breast cancer is rare and most commonly occurs in men between ages 60 and 70. Risk factors include radiation exposure, a family history of breast
One Man's Struggle With Breast Cancer is the Topic of Die Laughing ... - Sep 2, 2007
Emediawire (press release),Male breast cancer makes up only about 1 percent of all breast cancer cases, but of that 1 percent about 26 percent of them die, which is due in part to the
Evening of Pink fundraiser set - Aug 31, 2007
Prince George Free Press,Breast cancer affects men as well as women so we are hoping to have a male breast cancer survivor talk about his experience.� Last year’s Evening of Pink
Donated organs stay in family - Aug 17, 2007
Akron Beacon Journal,Male breast-cancer survivor Lee S. Giller, 50, of Akron who also is walking in the 3-Day event with his wife, Kathy, and two of their three children has
Crunch time for moobs - Aug 29, 2007
Irish Independent,High oestrogen levels have been linked to male breast cancer. While this is still rare, health experts fear that the rise in the number of obese men will
Ted Allen and Dinner by Design Give Your Meals a GERD-Friendly ... - Aug 14, 2007
PR Newswire (press release),He was a finalist for a National Magazine Award for his Esquire feature on the little-known phenomenon of male breast cancer. Ted also writes regularly for
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