Study on breast cancer and birth control shows how science can be distorted

The study sought to answer questions about how breast cancer risk differs by type of hormonal contraceptive. Doctors say the results won't change how they counsel patients.

• Nov 15, 2025

Researchers seek to halt breast cancer recurrence by targeting "sleeper cells"

The results of a clinical trial published last month targeted breast cancer "sleeper cells," which are cells that break away from the main tumor and can resurface later to spread cancer throughout the body.

• Oct 22, 2025

Woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 27 after almost ignoring symptom

Marissa Coreno didn't think anything about the lump under her armpit at first, until an ultrasound showed something worrying.

• Oct 18, 2025

How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall

"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.

• Jan 8, 2025

"The Office" star Jenna Fischer reveals breast cancer diagnosis, treatment

"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.

• Oct 8, 2024

3 reasons behind the rise in breast cancer, including some you can control

There's a troubling rise in breast cancer in women under the age of 50, an American Cancer Society report​ shows, but there are things you can do to help lower your risk. ​

• Oct 8, 2024

Black women at higher risk of death from all types of breast cancer, study finds

In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.

• Sep 17, 2024

Mammogram patients will now be told about their breast density. Here's what to know.

The FDA's updated regulation for notifying patients of dense breast tissue after mammograms is aimed at improving early detection of breast cancer.

• Sep 10, 2024

Breast cancer rising among Asian American and Pacific Islander women

Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.

• Sep 3, 2024

Your mammogram and breast cancer screening questions, answered

Experts advise starting breast cancer screenings at a younger age. We've gathered answers to the most common mammogram questions.

• May 1, 2024

Olivia Munn reveals breast cancer diagnosis

Actor Olivia Munn said on social media she's had four surgeries in the last 10 months, including a double mastectomy, since being diagnosed with breast cancer.

• Mar 14, 2024

Breast cancer survivor pushes for earlier screening: "What if I had waited?"

In the U.S., breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women.

• Oct 30, 2023

Signs of breast cancer beyond lumps may mean a different form of disease

While lumps are a common breast cancer​ symptom, there are other signs to look for that may point to a form of the disease called inflammatory breast cancer. Here's what to know.

• Oct 25, 2023

New study finds AI can help improve breast cancer risk predictions

A new study is showing yet another way artificial intelligence is entering the medical field​. This time, researchers found AI algorithms improved on existing practices for predicting breast cancer risk.

• Jun 6, 2023

How a medical recoding may limit breast cancer patients' options

The federal government is reconsidering a decision that critics say would limit women's options for reconstructive surgery.

• May 31, 2023

New guidance says breast cancer screening should start 10 years earlier

Breast cancer screenings should be done every other year beginning at age 40, according to draft guidance issued Tuesday by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.

• May 9, 2023

FDA plans new mammogram regulations to help women with dense breasts

The FDA rules would follow the lead of 38 states that require informing women about their breast tissue type and screening options.

• Oct 28, 2022

Katie Couric announces her breast cancer diagnosis

The former "CBS Evening News" and "Today" anchor finished her final round of radiation treatments this week.

• Sep 28, 2022

Genetic tests for breast cancer patients sow confusion

Genetic testing for mutations linked to breast cancer is more widely available than ever. But the significance is often murky.

• Sep 20, 2022

New abortion laws jeopardize cancer treatment for pregnant patients

With some cancers, the recommended drugs have known toxic risks to the fetus, and time is not on the patient's side.

• Sep 16, 2022

Mammograms may be free, but follow-up tests can bring big bills

If screenings indicate more testing is needed, patients may be on the hook for hundreds or even thousands of dollars for diagnostic services.

• Jun 9, 2022

Studies pinpoint which cancer patients can skip chemo, radiation

Researchers are looking for ways to predict which cancer patients can avoid unneeded treatment to cut down on harmful side effects and unnecessary costs.

• Jun 7, 2022

Treatment helps chemotherapy patients prevent hair loss

Hair loss can have an emotional impact on all people during cancer treatments, but there's a procedure — ice caps — that can help.

• Dec 23, 2021

Doctors test possible breast cancer vaccine

Dr. Tara Narula looks at the "Holy Grail" of cancer treatments -- a vaccine for breast cancer -- as part of CBS News' special series "The War on Cancer: 50 Years."

• Dec 22, 2021
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Potential breast cancer vaccine undergoing testing

The key protein for a potential vaccine that would treat breast cancer was found through "a matter of luck and tenacity."

• Dec 22, 2021

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