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Patient satisfaction was higher amongst women who underwent chest wall perforator flap technique when compared with other techniques.| Image Credit: AdobeStock_ H_Ko.jpeg
Patient Satisfaction Higher With Certain Breast Reconstruction Techniques

August 12th 2025

Patient satisfaction was higher amongst patients who underwent a chest wall perforator flap reconstruction surgery as part of their breast cancer treatment when compared with other surgical techniques.

Supplemental breast cancer screenings criteria leaves Black women ineligible despite high percentage of false-negative mammograms. | Image Credit: breastcancerscreening-H_Ko.jpeg
Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening Law Renders Many High-Risk Black Women Ineligible

August 5th 2025

Black women are at a higher risk for breast cancer mortality due to social determinants of health and lack of inclusivity in breast cancer genome research. | Image credit: Stafeeva - stock.adobe.com.jpeg
Social Disparities Increase Breast Cancer Mortality for Black Women

July 27th 2025

Early-onset breast cancer found to be associated with certain hormone therapy usage in younger women. | Image Credit: Chinnapong - stock.adobe.com
Hormone Therapy Use May Impact Early-Onset Breast Cancer Risk

July 26th 2025

Menopausal hormone therapy is associated with a higher risk of developing certain breast cancer subtypes. | Image Credit: vectorfusionart - stock.adobe.com
Hormone Therapy Use Differentially Associated With Breast Cancer Subtypes

July 16th 2025

Advances in CDK4/6 Inhibitor Use in High-Risk Early Breast Cancer: 2024 Updates

Experts discuss the impact of CDK4/G inhibitor use, including medication cost, total care costs, toxicity profiles, and strategies to manage and optimize patient outcomes in high-risk early breast cancer.

Watch the latest AJMC Peer Exchange on Advances in CDK4/6 Inhibitor Use in High-Risk Early Breast Cancer: 2024 Updates

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November 29th 2024

Elacestrant Shows Significant PFS Benefit in ESR1-Mutated Metastatic Breast Cancer

Cameron Santoro
Elacestrant, a selective estrogen receptor degrader, demonstrated significant improvements in progression-free survival (PFS) compared with standard-of-care treatments for patients with ER-positive, HER2-negative, ESR1-mutated metastatic breast cancer.
Young woman receiving breast screening | Image Credit: My Ocean studio - stock.adobe.com
November 23rd 2024

Age-Related Disparities in Long-Term Outcomes for ER+, HER2– Breast Cancer

Cameron Santoro
Younger women with estrogen receptor (ER)–positive, HER2-negative breast cancer have significantly worse long-term outcomes, including higher rates of recurrence and metastasis, compared with older women.
Mei Wei, MD.
November 21st 2024

Targeted Therapies, Genomic Profiling Revolutionize Breast Cancer Treatment

Cameron Santoro
Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses the latest advancements in HR+/HER2– breast cancer research, as well as the increasing role of genomic profiling in tailoring treatment plans.
Health equity text | Image Credit: Andrii - stock.adobe.com
November 19th 2024

Racial Inequities in Guideline-Adherent Breast Cancer Care and Timely Treatment

Cameron Santoro
Older non-Hispanic Black adults with early-stage breast cancer are less likely to receive timely treatment and guideline-concordant care, increasing their risk of death compared with non-Hispanic White women.
Mabel Mardones, MD.
November 11th 2024

Future Breast Cancer Treatments: A Focus on SERDs, Biomarkers

Cameron Santoro
Mabel Mardones, MD, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, discusses the future of HR+/HER2– breast cancer treatment, focusing on the importance of biomarkers and the potential of SERDs to improve patient outcomes.
Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah.
November 6th 2024

Breast Cancer Challenges and Promises in Immunotherapy

Cameron Santoro
Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses new treatments for HR+/HER2- breast cancer and immunotherapy challenges, particularly regarding immune-related adverse events.
Medicare Expansion | Image Credit: wladimir1804- stock.adobe.com
October 24th 2024

Breast Cancer Outcomes Improved in States With Medicaid Expansion

Cameron Santoro
Medicaid expansion is associated with improved care and increased survival rates for patients with certain breast cancers, but future studies should focus on whether Medicaid expansion mitigates the disparities between Black and non-White patients.
Mabel Mardones, MD.
October 22nd 2024

Improving Access and Outcomes in HR+/HER2– Breast Cancer Treatment

Cameron Santoro
Mabel Mardones, MD, board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist who specializes in breast cancer at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, emphasizes the importance in identifying patients with HR-positive, HER2-negative (HR+/HER2–) breast cancer with unmet treatment needs.
Mei Wei, MD.
October 21st 2024

Rise of Innovative Therapies for Breast Cancer Treatment

Cameron Santoro
Mei Wei, MD, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, discusses advancements in breast cancer treatment, highlighting CDK4/6 inhibitors and antibody-drug conjugates as promising alternatives to traditional therapies.
FDA Approved
October 11th 2024

FDA Approves Inavolisib in Locally Advanced, Metastatic Breast Cancer

Julia Bonavitacola
Patients with endocrine-resistant, HER2-negative, locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer can use the treatment after recurrence or completing adjuvant endocrine therapy.
Breast screening | Image Credit: Valerii Apetroaiei - stock.adobe.com
October 11th 2024

5 Things to Know Before a Breast Screening

Cameron Santoro
Here are 5 key points for pre–breast screening preparation that cover the areas of risk assessment, lifestyle adjustments, understanding screening details, managing anxiety, and open provider communication.
Michael Hassett, MD, MPH, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
October 10th 2024

Advancing Breast Cancer Care With HER2-Targeted Therapies

Maggie L. Shaw
In this interview from our Institute for Value-Based Medicine® event in Boston, we speak with Michael Hassett, MD, MPH, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, on the clinical significance and cost implications of HER2 in the breast cancer space.
Breastcancergeneticrisk | Image Credit: © Rasi-stock.adobe.com
October 7th 2024

Managing Germline Mutations in Hereditary Breast Cancer Risk

Maggie L. Shaw
Hereditary breast cancers are caused by germline mutations, which are genetic mutations inherited at conception and so called because they originate in germ cells, those that develop into reproductive cells and become eggs in female individuals and sperm in male individuals.
Breast cancer support group | Image Credit: Atstock Productions - stock.adobe.com
October 1st 2024

ACS 2024 Report Shows Breast Cancer Equity Gap

Cameron Santoro
The American Cancer Society (ACS) 2024 report emphasizes significant racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes and calls for increased efforts to improve equity in screening and treatment.
Breast ultrasound | Image Credit: Василь Івасюк - stock.adobe.com
September 23rd 2024

Celebrating World Dense Breast Day: Raising Awareness and Advocacy of Dense Breasts

Cameron Santoro
World Dense Breast Day emphasizes the need for awareness and advocacy for individuals with dense breasts, which can negatively impact mammogram results and increase breast cancer risk.
FDA approval. | Image Credit: Tada Images - stock.adobe.com
September 17th 2024

FDA Approves Ribociclib for Early Breast Cancer Treatment With High Recurrence Rate

Cameron Santoro
The FDA approved ribociclib (Kisqali) for adjuvant treatment of high-risk, hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer.
Addressing Disparities in Long-Term Survivorship and Quality of Life for Young Patients With Breast Cancer
September 13th 2024

Addressing Disparities in Long-Term Survivorship and Quality of Life for Young Patients With Breast Cancer

Alana Hippensteele, MA
Disparities continue in younger patients, raising the need for novel interventions to mitigate challenges associated with younger age at diagnosis.
Mammogram screening. | Image Credit: Gorodenkoff - stock.adobe.com
September 10th 2024

Breast Density Disclosure Now Mandated for Mammograms

Cameron Santoro
Mammography facilities are now nationally required to inform patients about their breast density, which can affect cancer detection.
Health care costs and fees. | Image Credit: Nuttapong punna - stock.adobe.com
September 5th 2024

AI-Enhanced Breast Cancer Screening Economically Viable in the UK

Cameron Santoro
Using artificial intelligence (AI) in breast cancer screenings in the United Kingdom could be cost-effective and improve health outcomes after identifying more cancers.
Demetria Smith-Graziani, MD
August 29th 2024

Narrowing the Focus to Address Care Disparities: Dr Demetria Smith-Graziani

Rose McNulty
While it can seem overwhelming or difficult to decide where to start addressing racial and ethnic disparities in health care, the key is to focus on a manageable area that can be built upon.
Global breast cancer map. | Image Credit: vectorfusionart - stock.adobe.com
August 21st 2024

Systemic Inequities in Global Breast Cancer Care

Cameron Santoro
A new review highlights the urgent need for research-driven solutions in breast cancer to enhance early detection, treatment, and patient support across diverse populations.
AJMC Q&A With Demetria Smith-Graziani, MD, MPH | Photo credit: Emory Winship Cancer Institute
August 19th 2024

Biological and Structural Factors Fuel Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer

Rose McNulty
Demetria Smith-Graziani, MD, MPH, Emory University School of Medicine, explained biological and structural obstacles to equitable breast cancer outcomes and care across racial and ethnic groups.
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August 13th 2024

AI Improves Breast Cancer Detection but Requires Careful Monitoring

Cameron Santoro
Artificial intelligence (AI) can aid in breast cancer detection, but radiologists need training to ensure accuracy and prevent missed cancers.
A panel of 4 experts on breast cancer
August 12th 2024

ASCO 2024 Review and Needed Future Research in CDK4/6 inhibitors Early Breast Cancer

Kirollos S. Hanna, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Hope Rugo, MD Joyce O’Shaughnessy, MD Naomi Dempsey, MD
A panel of experts review ASCO 2024 and the need for future research in CDK4/6 inhibitors.
Harold "Hal" J Burstein, MD, PhD.
August 9th 2024

Navigating Breast Cancer Treatment Through Shared Decision-Making

Cameron Santoro
Harold "Hal" Burstein, MD, PhD, emphasizes the crucial role of strong patient-physician partnerships in breast cancer treatment, empowering patients through shared decision-making.
Medical mammogram exam | Image Credit: TeraVector - stock.adobe.com
August 6th 2024

COVID-19 Disrupted Breast Cancer Screenings, Exacerbated Disparities

Cameron Santoro
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted breast cancer screenings, leading to decreased follow-up rates and widening health disparities.
A panel of 4 experts on breast cancer
August 5th 2024

Dr Dempsey Shares Impact of CDK4/6 Inhibitor Medication Costs on Breast Cancer Care & Needs for Adoption of Cost Containment Strategies

Kirollos S. Hanna, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Hope Rugo, MD Joyce O’Shaughnessy, MD Naomi Dempsey, MD
Dr. Dempsey discusses how CDK4/6 Inhibitors have impacted medication costs for breast cancer care, and the importance of implementing cost containment strategies to alleviate the situation.
A panel of 4 experts on breast cancer
August 5th 2024

Dr Hanna & Hope Rugo, MD Shares Potential Role of Improving Access to CDK4/6 Inhibitors

Kirollos S. Hanna, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Hope Rugo, MD Joyce O’Shaughnessy, MD Naomi Dempsey, MD
Drs. Hanna and Rugo discuss possible access improvements in regards to CDK4/6 inhibitors.
Pink ribbon for breast cancer. | Image Credit: Andrey Popov - stock.adobe.com
July 31st 2024

Black Women With Obesity, Elevated Leptin Levels at Higher Risk for Breast Cancer

Cameron Santoro
The risk of early-onset breast cancer, particularly luminal A and triple-negative subtypes, was higher in Black women with obesity and high leptin levels compared with White women. This research highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions to address racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes.
A panel of 4 experts on breast cancer
July 29th 2024

How Dr O’Shaughnessy Balances Clinical Benefits and Cost Considerations when selecting a CDK4/6 Inhibitor

Kirollos S. Hanna, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP Hope Rugo, MD Joyce O’Shaughnessy, MD Naomi Dempsey, MD
Dr. O’Shaughnessy discusses how she weighs clinical benefits against cost considerations in regards to selecting a CDK4/6 inhibitor.
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