Podcasts about breast care

“You can give someone a survivorship care plan, but just giving them doesn't mean that it's going to happen. Maybe there's no information about family history. Or maybe there's information and there's quite a bit of family history, but there's nothing that says, ‘Oh, they were ever had genetic testing,' or ‘Oh, they were ever referred.' So the intent is so good because it's to really take that time out when they're through with active treatment and, you know, try to help give the patient some guidance as to what to expect down the line,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about breast cancer survivorship.   Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by March 14, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer survivorship.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.   Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: Episode 350: Breast Cancer Treatment Considerations for Nurses  Episode 348: Breast Cancer Diagnostic Considerations for Nurses  Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities  ONS Voice articles: Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Improve Management of Common Symptoms for Breast Cancer Survivors  Nursing Considerations for Breast Cancer Survivorship Care  Sexual Considerations for Patients With Cancer ONS books:  Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS course: Breast Cancer Bundle  ONS Learning Libraries:  Breast Cancer  Genomics and Precision Oncology  Nurse Navigation  Oral Anticancer Medication   Survivorship  ONS Guidelines™ and Symptom Interventions:  Anxiety  Cognitive Impairment  Depression  Fatigue  Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Survivorship Care: More Than Checking a Box  Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing supplement: Survivorship Care  American Cancer Society:  Cancer Treatment and Survivorship Facts and Figures  Survivorship: During and After Treatment  Livestrong® Program at the YMCA  National Comprehensive Cancer Network  National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version    To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “I think the biggest thing is to really communicate is that people are living with breast cancer for a long, long periods of time, and a lot of that with really good quality overall.” TS 4:07   “As a general rule, they're going to be seen by the breast surgeon probably every four to six months for a while. After about five years, a lot of times people are ready to say, ‘Okay, annually is okay.' And eventually they may let that drop off. But it also depends on did they have a mastectomy? Did they have breast conserving surgery? And then if they had reconstruction with an implant, how often do they see the plastic surgeon? Because they need to check integrity of the implant. So those schedules are really individualized.” TS 13:24  “When you think about long-term effects, I think you need to kind of think about that survivors can have both acute and long-term chronic effects. And a lot of that depends on the specifics of the treatment they had. I think as oncology nurses, we're used to, ‘We give you this chemotherapy or this agent, and these are the side effects.'” TS 15:36  “The diet issues are huge. And I think we are slow to refer to the dietician, you know, you can get them a couple of consults and because you're saying to them, ‘This is really important. We need you to lose weight or we need you to eat more of this.' Ideally, fruits and vegetables are going to be about half of your plate. And what's the difference between a whole grain and not, less processed foods, making sure that they're getting enough protein. And then once again, really kind of making sure that they're not taking a lot of supplements and extra stuff because we don't really understand all that fully and it could be harmful.” TS 34:53  “Breast cancer is a long, long journey, and I think you should never underestimate the real difference that nurses can make. I think they can ask those tough questions. And I think ask the questions that are important to patients that patients may be reluctant to ask. I think giving patients permission to talk about those less-talked-about symptoms and acknowledge that those symptoms are real and that there are some strategies to mitigate those symptoms.” TS 42:28   

“This is what totally drives the treatment decisions, and that's why having that pathology report when the nurse is educating the patient is so important, because you can say, well, you have this kind of breast cancer, and this kind of breast cancer is generally treated this way,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about what oncology nurses need to know about breast cancer treatment.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 1.0 contact hours (including 15 minutes of pharmacotherapeutic content) of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by February 14, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer treatment considerations.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: ONS Voice articles: Episode 348: Breast Cancer Diagnostic Considerations for Nurses Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities ONS Voice articles: An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Learn How to Read a Germline Genomic Testing Report  Learn How to Read a Somatic Biomarker Testing Report  Sexual Considerations for Patients With Cancer  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS courses: Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Treatment and Symptom Management  ONS Biomarker Database results for breast cancer ONS Next-Generation Sequencing Sample Report  ONS Learning Libraries: Breast Cancer Genomics and Precision Oncology   American Cancer Society: Breast Cancer Facts and Figures  Your Breast Pathology Report: Breast Cancer National Comprehensive Cancer Network   National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “Local treatment is typically going to consider some kind of surgery with or without radiation, depending on the surgery and the extent of the breast cancer. All women are going to have, and today when you use the word women, individuals assigned female at birth, they are the vast majority of individuals being treated for breast cancer, but for individuals assigned male at birth, there's not near as much research, but generally their treatment is very similar. So that's something to kind of keep in the back of your mind.” TS 2:39  “This is very confusing for patients because they're like, ‘Well, my friend at church had this and why am I getting this and why are they getting something different?' And that is because of the pathology report. So taking that time to explain that with a pathology, I think is really important.” TS 8:31  “When they see the breast surgeon, all individuals are going to have some kind of axillary evaluation.  Now, hopefully it's going to be a sentinel lymph node. So they're going to, at the time of surgery, put a tracer and, you know, they're going to take out maybe one, two, three lymph nodes and hopefully, you know, there is not a lot of disease there. And if that's the case, they're kind of done with that. So the sentinel lymph node evaluation, it's really more to stage and provide that information, but it kind of sets the stage a lot of times for the other treatments selections. And I think people need to realize that this is important. This is a very important procedure.” TS 15:31  “Years ago, when women had a breast mass, they went to the OR and it was biopsied in a frozen section and if it was positive, they had a mastectomy. So women would wake up and they'd be feeling their chest because they're like, ‘What happened here?' And that is not great care. It doesn't give that woman any autonomy, but it was the best that could be done at that point. Now, with the diagnostic where we can do a needle biopsy, they can kind of stop and take a timeout and we can kind of clinically stage that.” TS 17:04  “For women that really desire breast-conserving therapy, they can anticipate that postoperatively at some point, they're going to have treatment to the entire breast, we typically call whole breast radiation, and then they may have a boost. Now, in many, many probably cases, that's going to be over five to six weeks, Monday through Friday. So the treatment itself doesn't take but a couple of minutes, but you have to get to the facility. And even though we streamline check-in processes and whatnot, you have to get undressed, you have to get positioned on the table. So it is a commitment, and it can be disruptive.” TS 24:49  “The hormone-blocking agents are going to be the cornerstone of all those treatments for anyone who has hormone receptor–positive breast cancer. So they are going to take these agents and as you said, they're probably going to take them for 5–10 years. It's quite the journey.” TS 32:33   “I think you need to be mindful that if someone has had germline testing and they've tested positive, they are not only worried about themselves, and they are worried about the rest of their family. That is a big deal. And even though I'll hear mothers say, ‘I feel so guilty, now my daughter has this,' now, I've never heard a daughter come and say, ‘Gosh, I wish my mom hadn't had me because of this.' There's a lot of feeling and emotion that goes on with that, and realize that those individuals are probably going to have fairly complicated management that goes over and above their breast cancer.” TS 41:50 

“We know that some women are going to get called back. And it's just because usually they can't see something clearly enough. And so in most cases, those women are going to get cleared with one or two images, and they're going to say, ‘Oh, we compress that better, we checked it with an ultrasound, we're fine.' That woman can go ahead and go. But we don't want to miss those early breast cancers,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in Missouri, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about what oncology nurses need to know about breast cancer diagnosis.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by January 31, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer diagnostic considerations.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  Previous ONS Podcast™ site-specific episodes: Episode 345: Breast Cancer Screening, Detection, and Disparities  ONS Voice articles: An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses  ONS courses: Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Prevention, Detection, and Pathophysiology  ONS Biomarker Database results for breast cancer  ONS Learning Libraries:  Breast Cancer  Genomics and Precision Oncology    American Cancer Society: Early Detection and Diagnosis  Breast Cancer Facts and Figures   Your Breast Pathology Report: Breast Cancer  National Comprehensive Cancer Network    National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer—Patient Version  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “When a woman gets a callback, that is incredibly anxiety provoking, because they're very scared and they don't know what it means. And I think that's a place where oncology nurses can remind—if it's patients or friends who are asking—that just because you have a call back, doesn't mean you have a malignancy.” TS 8:16  “We also know that when we call somebody back, that's very scary and anxiety provoking. And we don't want to subject women to unnecessary anxiety and stress through the procedure. And if it's too stressful, they won't come back again. That is actually a big harm that we don't want to occur. That's considered an acceptable amount. So we know that some women are going to get called back, and it's just because usually they can't see something clearly enough.” TS 11:26  “I think one of the most important things is to really help that woman understand the biopsy report. So now everybody, with most of the electronic medical records, that woman seeing that biopsy result—maybe before her provider is seeing it, depending on whether they get a chance to call that individual. But, you know, they could get a notification in their medical record, or a new report is available, and they can click on there and they could be looking at something that is very scary, not necessarily a good time, you know, like they're getting ready to do something. And so that is a problem overall with sometimes getting bad news in oncology.” TS 15:09  “Sometimes it's really good [for patients to bring] someone who can just be that set of ears or who can answer those questions, who's emotionally involved but maybe not so emotionally involved, if that makes sense. And I think that that is something we can really encourage people to identify that person who's going to really be able to support them.” TS 16:42  “When we approach a pathology report, the patient, you know, if they open that on their own, they're just going to see breast carcinoma, or they aren't going to look at all of the details of it. They can be quite overwhelming to look at. But I think that it's important to kind of take the patient through it, step by step, and realize that it's often a case of repeated measures—that you might do it and then you might do it again the next day or a day later.” TS 20:55  “Breast cancer care has changed so much over the past few decades. And I think people forget, you know, I've been in the business a long time, but years ago, everybody kind of got the same treatment if they got diagnosed. And we now understand so much about breast cancer treatment, but I think that has come on the shoulders of so, so, so many women who have enrolled in clinical trials to help us understand pathology better, to help us understand the impact of certain treatments. And so I think, first of all, we need to thank those women who have generously contributed to this base of knowledge. And it's a place where those clinical trials have really made a difference.” TS 35:46

“The statistic you always kind of want to keep in the back of your brain is that over a lifetime, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. So that means for an individual assigned female at birth, there's a 13% chance that if that individual lives to age 85, that they will be diagnosed with breast cancer. So, it's the most common cancer diagnosed in this group,” Suzanne Mahon, DNS, RN, AOCN®, AGN-BC, FAAN, professor emeritus at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about breast cancer screening.  Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod  Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0   Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by January 10, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to breast cancer screening, detection, and disparities.  Episode Notes   Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episodes:  Episode 333: Pharmacology 101: CDK Inhibitors  Episode 316: Pharmacology 101: Estrogen-Targeting Therapies  ONS Voice articles:  An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cascade Testing  Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effect, and Survivorship Considerations  Encourage Breast Cancer Screening in Childhood Cancer Survivors   Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: BARD1  Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: BRCA1 and BRCA2 Hereditary Cancers  Genetic Disorder Reference Sheet: PALB2  ONS books: Breast Care Certification Review (second edition)  Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Germline Cancer Genetic Counseling: Clinical Care for Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals  ONS courses:   Breast Cancer Bundle  Breast Cancer: Prevention, Detection, and Pathophysiology  ONS Learning Library: Genomics and Precision Oncology   American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Facts and Figures  Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Calculator  Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool   National Comprehensive Cancer Network   Tyrer-Cuzick Risk Assessment Calculator  To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.   To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library.  To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org.  Highlights From This Episode  “Unfortunately, probably about 42,500 women die every year from breast cancer, and that number still seems really high because mammography screening has really enabled us to detect breast cancer in many, many cases when it would be most treatable. And so that's a place where you would like to see some real progress.” TS 3:32  “Primary prevention for all individuals, which is always best to prevent, would include 150 minutes of intentional exercise, watching the diet, keeping that weight as low as possible—we want more muscle and less fat mass—and limiting alcohol intake. Then we go and we talk about screening.” TS 7:29  “The most recent statistic, and this kind of is post-COVID, is that 67% of women age 40 and over have had breast cancer screening in the last two years, which means that there's a hunk of women, 33% of women who have not had breast cancer screening in the last two years and that who are 40 and over. And that to me is a really, really sad statistic because that's a missed opportunity for screening.” TS 11:32  “Sometimes we forget that women and individuals who've had breast cancer, especially if they had it at a younger age, their risk of a second breast cancer over time is about 1% or 2% per year. So, if you have a first breast cancer at 40, and you live another 30 years, two times 30 is 60, that risk is substantial. A lot of times we don't see as much anymore, which is good. Individuals who had a lot of radiation to the chest, we used to see a lot of young individuals having radiation therapy for Hodgkin's disease that encompassed the chest, and a lot of them were diagnosed with breast cancer afterwards.” TS 15:31  “One of the things that always makes me really sad is that probably less than 40% of people who are eligible for this cascade testing, and mind you, many of the laboratories, if we test a parent and say they have a pathogenic variant, they will offer free testing to relatives for 90–120 days in that lab. They don't even have to pay for the genetic test. They just have to get the counseling and send it. But less than 40% of individuals who would benefit from cascade testing ever get it done.” TS 35:02  “I have had this privilege of sitting for decades watching genetics. That's the only area I've ever worked in that is always completely changing. And just when you think you got it, there is something new and it's really driving our oncology care. And I would really encourage people, I know we've said it about 10 times now, to look at that Genomics and Precision Medicine Learning Library, there are resources in there if you want to spend 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes—if you got a whole hour or two, there's courses. There are so many things in there, and if you really want to become more savvy, you can, and that's a great place to start.” TS 45:34

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Today, I brought on Brendalynn Lieberman, a board certified women's health nurse practitioner and the QUEEN of having real conversations around women's health. In this episode, we go beyond metabolism, hormones, and muscle and dive into the foundation of it all. From navigating OBGYN visits and understanding breast health to making informed decisions about IUDs and advocating for your body, this discussion is all about empowering you to take control of your well-being. We also dive into what to do when a doctor isn't listening and how to approach health care with confidence. Whether you're dealing with medical challenges or just want to feel more in control of your health, this episode is here to support you every step of the way.Meet Our Guest! Brendalynn Lieberman, a Doctor of Nursing Practice and board-certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner committed to educating and empowering all women to make informed decisions about reproductive health, overall well-being, and self-care. I embrace all aspects of motherhood and am dedicated to supporting women and those who do not identify as women.IG: thewomensroundtable Tik Tok: womensroundtable Working on a Telehealth Practice!Do you feel like your metabolism has slowed down? Get my FREE course to truly learn how your body works so you can see long term success. Enroll here.Shop my FAVE things HEREWant access to exclusive content? Sign up for my newsletter here!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer, celebrating survivors, and highlighting the importance of early detection. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, affecting one in eight throughout their lifetime. However, with timely screenings and advances in treatment, survival rates continue to improve. https://www.medshoprx.com/breast-cancer-awareness-with-aultman-breast-care-center

Breast Cancer Survivor Chris Payne discusses her journey battling breast cancer and Kim Pearson with Pella Regional Health Center discusses the breast care program at the hospital and the upcoming Pella in Pink event being held this

“A lot of the efforts have been made to improve the patient experience for these treatments, as they can be given for years at a time. For example, when leuprolide debuted way back in 1985, it was a daily injection. But four years later, they developed the monthly depo formulation. Now we have formulations that are approved for administration once only every three, four, and even six months,” Andrew Ruplin, PharmD, clinical oncology pharmacist at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about the luteinizing hormone–releasing hormone (LHRH) antagonist and agonist drug classes. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at myoutcomes.ons.org by August 9, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to LHRH antagonists and agonists. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  Oncology Nursing Podcast episodes: Pharmacology 101 series Episode 321: Pharmacology 101: CYP17 Inhibitors Episode 242: Oncology Pharmacology 2023: Today's Treatments and Tomorrow's Breakthroughs Episode 154: New Drug Approvals for Metastatic Castration-Sensitive Prostate Cancer Episode 113: Manage Cancer-Related Hot Flashes With ONS Guidelines™ ONS Voice article: Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Relugolix ONS books: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (second edition) Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs (fourth edition) Guide to Breast Care for Oncology Nurses ONS course: Safe Handling Basics ONS Guidelines™ and Symptom Interventions ONS Huddle Card: Hormone Therapy ONS Learning Libraries: Breast Cancer Cancer of the Genitourinary Tract Oral Chemotherapy Education Sheets National Comprehensive Cancer Network On the Treatment of Inoperable Cases of Carcinoma of the Mamma: Suggestions for a New Method of Treatment, With Illustrative Cases (by George T. Beatson) To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.  To find resources for creating an Oncology Nursing Podcast™ Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the Oncology Nursing Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “Between all of these agonists and antagonists, there's a broad spectrum of applications, including hormone-positive breast cancer, androgen-deprivation therapy for prostate cancer, uterine cancer, and then other non-cancer uses like uterine fibroids, and assisted reproduction fertility treatments, and other things too.” TS 3:24 “In the education of my female patients, I basically use the analogy that it is functionally inducing menopause in that person, so there can be changes to mood and cognition, energy level fatigue, body morphology, and shifts in fat distribution metabolism, which can unfortunately increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. One that almost everyone's familiar with is hot flashes, but also changes to bone mineral density, libido and physically to atrophy and dryness of vaginal mucosa, which can make sex for our patients more difficult as well.” TS 10:33 “A concept that's familiar to all professionals in the care of prostate cancer is that because LHRH agonists cause an initial increase in testosterone, which can, in essence, feed the cancer, some patients can experience worsening symptoms of their cancer, such as difficulty voiding their bladder pain, or even vertebral collapse or spinal cord compression when bone metastases are present. This is a really serious issue that should be considered ahead of starting an agonist in these patients.” TS 12:39 “I don't think we'll see any dramatic changes in treating breast cancer, since the role of these agents is a lot more limited and simply really exist to suppress estrogen and premenopausal patients. But as a referral center that routinely sees patients with breast cancer and their 40s and 30s and even their 20s, it's crucial to consider these agents in their role for not only actively treating certain types of breast cancer, but also in preserving fertility for patients who desire to have children and they are receiving gonadotoxic chemotherapy.” TS 25:32

Happy Pride Month, ya'll! If you're a member of the LGBTQ+ community, finding culturally responsive, affirming health care in general can be challenging. But when you add a breast cancer diagnosis or even finding a provider who understands the importance of screening for this community because of unique risks, it becomes even more daunting. Our guest today is Dr. Chandler Cortina, a breast surgical oncologist and clinical outcomes researcher with the Cancer Center – Froedtert (pronounced FRAY dirt) Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin Health System. As an openly gay man himself and an oncology provider, he has a passion for ensuring safe breast health spaces exist for members of the LGBTQ+ community and that outcomes are similar to that of their cisgender/heterosexual peers.

Breast Care Nurse Navigator at Pella Regional Health Center Kim Pearson discusses her recent collaboration with local lawmakers to pass legislation to change Iowa Health insurance laws.

Diese Meditation ist NUR FÜR FRAUEN. Männer sollten sie nicht machen, es könnte ihre Sexualität beeinflussen. Die Brust ist der positive Pol einer Frau, das, wo sie sich glücklich fühlt, wo sie voller Energie und Lebensfreude ist. Meist haben wir Frauen nur wenig Kontakt zu unseren Brüsten und wenn dann auf schmerzhafte Weise – über Brustkrebs und andere Krankheiten, über Missbrauch, über Schönheitsideale, die die eigene Brust 'hässlich' erscheinen lässt... Dabei ist die weibliche Brust das Zentrum und die geheime Tür zu großen Welten. Gleichgültig, wie alt du bist, ob du ein Kind geboren hast oder nicht, welche Form deine Brust hat oder ob du keine Brust mehr hast wegen einer Mastektomie – diese Meditation wird dir gut tun, dich stärken und zu deinem ursprünglichen Duft zurück führen. Wir machen die geführte Meditation hier im Liegen, doch du kannst sie jederzeit und in jeder Position machen. Erinnere dich im Alltag an die Meditation so oft wie möglich, komme mit deiner Aufmerksamkeit immer wieder zu deinen Brüsten zurück. Besonders gut eignet sich die Meditation vor dem Einschlafen. Die überlieferte Weisheit aus dem Buch der Geheimnisse lautet: Empfinde, wie die feinen Kräfte von Schöpfungskraft deine Brüste durchweben -– und dabei zarte Muster bilden. Lies hier die genaue Meditationsanleitung und vertiefende Worte von Osho: https://www.findyournose.com/meditation-fuer-frauen Auf https://www.sahasibreastcare.org/ findest du viele Anregungen für Breast Care, wie du deine Brust pflegen kannst. Auch in spiritueller Hinsicht. Der Podcast ist von Samarpan P. Powels, einer erfahrenen Meditationslehrerin und Herausgeberin von FindYourNose, Online Magazin für Meditation

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Have you ever thought about how our society and culture views breasts? While mammary glands seem to be the focus of sexuality, they actually embody much more in our collective psyche. In this podcast you will learn different aspects about your breast wellness such as the root of your breast issues, what to avoid for breast wellness, holistic and spiritual practices for breast wellness and most important: how Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil support your breast wellness.Castor Oil and Castor Oil Packs are legendary self-care tools that date back to ancient Egyptian times. This time-honored technique is believed to support lymphatic circulation and detoxification for your whole body, so in this way, wearing a Castor Oil Liver, Pelvic, or Thyroid Pack may support your breasts indirectly.But for a more direct approach, try Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Packs for Breasts. They're made with an inner layer of 100% organic cotton flannel, an outer less-mess layer, and easily slip inside an old bra for your simple self-care practice.  If you experience breast pain, known as mastalgia, you may benefit from Castor Oil applied to your breasts because of its inflammation-balancing properties.If you want to discover what else you can do for better breast wellness, download this e-guide for free. Follow us at @queenofthethrones and discover how Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Packs can help to support your health and beauty routines.

In this episode, we talk to Smita Asrani, VP of Partnerships at UE LifeSciences. In this interview, we discuss the devices created to improve early detection of breast cancer, how to make breast care something that women are excited about, and the One Balloon One Life Campaign to provide Breast and Cervical cancer exams for women.Remember to like, rate and subscribe and enjoy the episode!Guest bioSmita lost her sister at the age of 44 to late stage triple negative breast cancer. Since then, she has made it her life's mission to ensure women understand the importance of early detection and how it relates to increased chances of survival. Organization bioUE LifeSciences, is a femtech company that creates screening devices for the early detection of women's cancers. We have the iBreastExam and the Selfi, both portable, radiation-free devices that use sensors to detect small lumps through changes in skin elasticity.Globally, with the assistance of Pfizer, Siemen's Healthineers in the United States, and in the near future, Roche, we currently provide proactive breast screenings in 13 countries through hospitals/clinics in rural, underserved and underprivileged areas.FemTech Focus Podcast bioThe FemTech Focus Podcast is brought to you by FemHealth Insights, the leader in Women's Health market research and consulting. In this show, Dr. Brittany Barreto hosts meaningfully provocative conversations that bring FemTech experts - including doctors, scientists, inventors, and founders - on air to talk about the innovative technology, services, and products (collectively known as FemTech) that are improving women's health and wellness. Though many leaders in FemTech are women, this podcast is not specifically about female founders, nor is it geared toward a specifically female audience. The podcast gives our host, Dr. Brittany Barreto, and guests an engaging, friendly environment to learn about the past, present, and future of women's health and wellness.FemHealth Insights bioLed by a team of analysts and advisors who specialize in female health, FemHealth Insights is a female health-specific market research and analysis firm, offering businesses in diverse industries unparalleled access to the comprehensive data and insights needed to illuminate areas of untapped potential in the nuanced women's health market.Time Stamps[03:38] Smita's background[04:59] UE Life Sciences[06:53] Stages of cancer[10:31] The ‘iBreastExam' device[12:35] The ‘Selfi' device[17:47] Device Availability[20:11] Doctor attitudes to the devices[21:55] Working with underserved areas[23:33] Dense breasts[24:55] Could the devices help women advocate for themselves?[26:28] #OneBalloonOneLifeCampaign[28:02] CervAIcal device[30:48] What's next for UE Life Sciences?[37:12] What does women's health need the most right now? Call to Action!Join in with the #OneBalloonOneLife campaign! Share a picture of yourself holding a pink balloon on social media with the hashtag #OneBalloonOneLife, and UE LifeSciences will provide a breast and cervical exam to one woman for every photo.Don't forget to subscribe to the FemTech Focus podcast, and leave us a review! Episode ContributorsSmita AsraniLinkedIn: @Smita AsraniInstagram: @smitaasrani   UE Life SciencesWebsite: https://www.uelifesciences.com/LinkedIn: @UE LifeSciencesTwitter: @UELifeSciencesInstagram: @ibreastexam Dr. Brittany BarretoLinkedIn:  @Brittany Barreto, Ph.D.Twitter: @DrBrittBInstagram: @drbrittanybarreto FemTech Focus PodcastWebsite: https://femtechfocus.org/LinkedIn: @FemTech FocusTwitter: @FemTech_FocusInstagram: @femtechfocus FemHealth InsightsWebsite: https://www.femhealthinsights.com/LinkedIn: @FemHealth Insights

Tracy helped set up the McGrath Foundation in 2005 and has been a Director of the charity since December 2008. As a Director and member of the staff of the McGrath Foundation, Tracy spends her time engaging and connecting with the community to raise awareness about the vital role the McGrath Foundation plays in funding McGrath Breast Care Nurses in the community. Tracy was nominated for Australian of the Year in 2012 and again in 2017. She has been an Australia Day Ambassador since 2014 and was the 2018 winner of the Judges' Choice Collaborator Award at the Pro Bono Impact Awards. We hope you enjoy this chat with Tracy as much as we did.

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Join us this week as we welcome Dr. Amy Patel, Medical Director of The Breast Care Center at Liberty HospitalIn this captivating episode, join Meena Mallipeddi of AmplifyMD in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Amy Patel, a pioneering figure in AI-assisted healthcare. They discuss the pressing issues of data security and intellectual property in AI, and delve into the transformative role of AI in early cancer detection. Learn about the importance of understanding hospital system cultures and the pivotal role of supportive leadership in integrating AI into healthcare practices. Hear a riveting real-life case where AI was instrumental in cancer detection and diagnosis. Tune in to explore the promise, challenges, and future of AI in healthcare, all in one enlightening discussion.“AmplifyMD immediately connects medical facilities to a large network of physicians in all of the most essential specialties, including Neurology, Cardiology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology and Heme/Onc.” Their mission is access, by becoming the definitive specialty care platform that connects every medical facility to the specialty care they need to improve patient outcomes. - https://amplifymd.com/Learn more about The Breast Care Center at Liberty Hospital: https://www.libertyhospital.org/services/breast/Follow The Seamless Connection: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-seamless-connection

I am so grateful to Dr. Anne Peled for coming on the show to share her story and expertise on breast cancer. She explains how to do a self-exam at home, tells us the warning signs to be aware of, shares what we can do to reduce our risk of breast cancer, and so much more. Dr. Peled is a breast cancer survivor AND is pioneering an entirely new way of treating breast cancer with a combined mastectomy and reconstruction technique that preserves the nipple, skin, and sensation.  I hope you learn something from what Dr. Peled shares in this conversation. I know I did! Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/527 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Advances in diagnostic imaging have the potential to personalize care for the MBC community. This is because these more disease-specific or target-specific imaging agents can more precisely measure cancer activity and burden at multiple time points starting at the time the patient is diagnosed and is commonly used to determine whether a therapy has been effective. On today's show we will be discussing diagnostic imaging and its role in breast care to help enable patients to understand their diagnosis and treatment options. Joining us to share their knowledge and experience with diagnostic imaging and self-advocacy are Dr. Hannah Linden, a medical oncologist, and Gwen Manchion, who is currently living with metastatic breast cancer.

Learn more about Jeffrey Pfeffer and where you can buy or listen to his books: JeffreyPfeffer.com Episode 16 – Dr. Laura Esserman, Professor of Surgery and Radiology UCSF, Director of the UCSF Breast Care Clinic Dr. Laura Esserman is a leading figure in the transformation of American medicine. Named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World, Laura is dedicated to increasing the speed at which we learn about new cancer drugs and treatments. She discusses her transformation into becoming a more effective version of herself through storytelling and cultivating empathy with opponents. Join us and learn about: Adjustments in her behavior that make her extraordinarily effective The importance of knowing what you want to accomplish over being likable Realizing to become successful, she needed to get out of her way The listening and give-and-take skills that enable effectiveness Allowing the space for people to think differently than yourself Finding common ground to accomplish shared goals How fear of criticism can impede problem-solving Patient-centered care with a ‘no risk, no change' philosophy Going to the mat and doing things for others The principles she lives on Her lesson with running a mammogram van in San Francisco How empathy and understanding aid negotiations Using the press and publicity to make change happen Why storytelling is paramount for learning Her goal of bringing personalized medicine to trials and patients The unique skills she brings to her patients that will surprise you GUEST BIO Dr. Laura Esserman is Professor of Surgery and Radiology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and director of the UCSF Breast Care Clinic. Her work in breast cancer spans the spectrum from basic science to public policy issues, and the impact of both on the delivery of clinical care. Dr. Esserman is recognized as a thought leader in cancer screening and over-diagnosis, as well as innovative clinical trial design. She led the creation of the University of California-wide Athena Breast Health Network, a learning system designed to integrate clinical care and research as it follows 150,000 women from screening through treatment and outcomes. The Athena Network launched the PCORI-funded Wisdom Study, which tests a personalized approach to breast cancer screening in 100,000 women. She is also a leader of the innovative I-SPY TRIAL model, designed to accelerate the identification and approval of effective new agents for women with high-risk breast cancers.  In 2020, she got FDA approval for an I-SPY COVID trial, designed to rapidly screen and confirm high-impact treatments to reduce mortality and time on ventilators. Produced by The MunnAvenuePress.com  

In this episode of the BayCare Clinic podcast three of BayCare Clinic's fellowship-trained breast specialists joined together to discuss the specialized services they provide and the impact these services have on patients in the community. Featured in this episode is Dr. Karri Adamson, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon with Plastic Surgery & Skin Specialists by BayCare Clinic, Dr. Natalie Luehmann, fellowship-trained breast surgeon with Aurora BayCare General & Vascular Surgery and Dr. Jordan Toman, fellowship-trained diagnostic radiologist with BayCare Clinic Radiology. For more information, visit our website: https://baycare.clinic/2SkVAoD For more information about Dr. Karri Adamson visit: https://baycare.clinic/3Cim1T3 For more information about Dr. Natalie Luehmann visit: https://baycare.clinic/3xAZPBg For more information about Dr. Jordan Toman visit: https://baycare.clinic/3QYRjF8 Find BayCare Clinic on Facebook: https://baycare.clinic/2g4hDFB Find BayCare Clinic on Twitter: https://baycare.clinic/2uMlLTW Find BayCare Clinic on LinkedIn: https://baycare.clinic/2SkC0Zx Find BayCare Clinic on YouTube: https://baycare.clinic/2vGO7YT

Breast cancer is the most common cancer found in women worldwide, and one of the most effective ways to combat it is early detection through screening. However, this faces several challenges, such as limited access to screening, socio-economic issues and the difficulties in getting conclusive results from some tests. Taking screening closer to the people and employing artificial intelligence in diagnostics are two viable solutions that doctors are using to promote early detection. Today, Siemens Healthineers Head of Marketing Women's Health Aline Hambüchen talks with Dr. Brian Englander, Chairman of the Pennsylvania Hospital Department of Radiology, Federica Pediconi, professor of radiology at the University of Rome La Sapienza, Marco Caballo, Ph.D., a biomedical engineer and AI researcher at Radboud University Medical Center in Gelderland, NL and Abby Weldon, Senior Director of Women's Health at Siemens Healthineers.Listen to learn about what breast cancer screening entails and the barriers stopping women from being screened. You'll also find out about mobile mammography trucks and the problems they are solving. Additionally, you'll hear about the role that artificial intelligence (AI) can play in improving the diagnostic process.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How breast cancer gets diagnosed (02:57)Barriers to preventative breast cancer screening (05:16)How a mobile mammogram truck works ( 09:33)The impact that telemedicine is having on healthcare services (12:33)The consequences of canceled and delayed breast cancer screening (13:57)The role that AI can play in the fight against breast cancer (15:35)Connect with Marco Caballo, Ph.D.:LinkedInConnect with Dr. Brian Englander:LinkedInConnect with Aline Hambüchen:LinkedInConnect with Abby Weldon:LinkedInLearn more about breast cancer prevention and self-examination here:https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/company/breastcancer-care Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The cancer burden in Sub-Saharan Africa is rising. It is set to nearly double by 2030, with cancer deaths predicted to reach one million yearly  without intervention, a report by The Lancet Commission shows. In the first episode of a special three-part mini-series, Africa Science Focus reporter Michael Kaloki speaks to the experts who unpack the reasons that 80 per cent of people in the region prefer traditional and alternate medicine. We find out how this affects diagnosis and treatment, and hear how cancer care in Sub-Saharan Africa could transform over the next ten years. Featuring:Beatrice Wiafe Addai, breast surgeon and chief executive officer of the Peace and Love Hospitals; president and founder of Breast Care.Gladys Nyachieo, senior lecturer, department of sociology at the multimedia University of Kenya.Andrew Odhiambo, oncologist and lecturer at the University of NairobiThis piece was produced by SciDev.Net's Sub-Saharan Africa English desk.Do you have any comments, questions or feedback about our podcast episodes? Let us know at podcast@scidev.net

https://president.ie/en/diary/details/sabina-officially-opens-the-breast-care-centre-at-beaumont-hospital On Friday, 3rd June, 2022, Sabina Higgins officially opened a new Breast Care Centre at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin.

We talk real talk about breast care. Joining us is Dr. Nancy Gantt, MD, FACS, a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in breast diseases and women's health here in Northeast Ohio. She will discuss breast health, breast cancer, and what we need to know in order to take care of our breasts and age gracefully. The post #225. Real talk about breast care… with Nancy Gantt MD, FACS appeared first on Vicki Doe Fitness.

Over the past 13 years, Murray Conallin has seen breast cancer up close and personal.His wife, Nini Vascotto was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic in 2010, just 2 years after they met.Despite the outlook, they had 13 brilliant years together until Nini lost her battle just 5 months ago.Murray honoured his late wife Nini by walking from Newcastle to the SCG for Day One of the Pink Test, raising over $40,000 along the way for the McGrath Foundation to fund their Breast Care Nurse Program. Murray is an ordinary man with an extraordinary tale of courage and heartbreak to tell.

Dr. Edythe Woodruff Stewart was born and raised in Kissimmee Florida. Her early education was in the setting of Orlando, Florida and very early in her life, she decided that she wanted to be a veterinarian. As a child, she was very involved with her family's cattle ranch and loved to ride horses. After high school, she obtained an undergraduate degree in Animal and Dairy Sciences from Auburn University in Alabama. She then went to the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine for two years before she decided that although she loved and cared about animals, particularly cows, she wanted to treat patients who could talk back to her. After matriculation at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, Dr. Stewart completed a surgery internship at Carraway Methodist in Birmingham, Alabama and then a general surgery residency at the University of California San Francisco-Fresno program. For several years she practiced general surgery and owned a medical spa in the southern Central Valley of California. During this time, she was awarded the Soroptimist Sapphire Award for Breast Care and the Excellence Award for General Surgery. In 2020, she opened a new general surgery practice in the northern part of the San Joaquin Valley and she continues to share other talents as well. She is the founder of SurgicApp which is a corporation for developing applications and her first app, PrefCardPro, designed to help surgeons have the instruments and supplies they need in the operating room is set to launch in 2022. For many years, following in the footsteps of her mother, she has motivated and mentored young people with both speeches and talks in large and small groups. Most recently, she has started coaching women who are yearning to reset, rejuvenate, and transform their lives and careers after a major life transition. Also, in 2021 she authored the course, “What to Ask Your Surgeon Once You've Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer”. Civic duty has always been of utmost importance to Dr. Stewart. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and Jack and Jill of America. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the California Medical Association. Of all the things in life that she has accomplished, Dr. Edythe Stewart is most proud of her family. She resides in California with her husband, Robert, a cardiothoracic surgeon, and their two sons. Founder of Surgic App https://www.linkedin.com/in/edythe-woodruff-stewart-md-facs-8b290877/ --------------------------- About FPE If you are a women physician, join us at Female Physician Entrepreneurs Group We learn and grow together https://www.facebook.com/groups/FemalePhysicianEntrepreneurs Our website https://FPEStrong.com

Dr. Edythe Woodruff Stewart was born and raised in Kissimmee Florida. Her early education was in the setting of Orlando, Florida and very early in her life, she decided that she wanted to be a veterinarian. As a child, she was very involved with her family's cattle ranch and loved to ride horses. After high school, she obtained an undergraduate degree in Animal and Dairy Sciences from Auburn University in Alabama. She then went to the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine for two years before she decided that although she loved and cared about animals, particularly cows, she wanted to treat patients who could talk back to her. After matriculation at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, Dr. Stewart completed a surgery internship at Carraway Methodist in Birmingham, Alabama and then a general surgery residency at the University of California San Francisco-Fresno program. For several years she practiced general surgery and owned a medical spa in the southern Central Valley of California. During this time, she was awarded the Soroptimist Sapphire Award for Breast Care and the Excellence Award for General Surgery. In 2020, she opened a new general surgery practice in the northern part of the San Joaquin Valley and she continues to share other talents as well. She is the founder of SurgicApp which is a corporation for developing applications and her first app, PrefCardPro, designed to help surgeons have the instruments and supplies they need in the operating room is set to launch in 2022. For many years, following in the footsteps of her mother, she has motivated and mentored young people with both speeches and talks in large and small groups. Most recently, she has started coaching women who are yearning to reset, rejuvenate, and transform their lives and careers after a major life transition. Also, in 2021 she authored the course, “What to Ask Your Surgeon Once You've Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer”. Civic duty has always been of utmost importance to Dr. Stewart. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and Jack and Jill of America. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the California Medical Association. Of all the things in life that she has accomplished, Dr. Edythe Stewart is most proud of her family. She resides in California with her husband, Robert, a cardiothoracic surgeon, and their two sons. Founder of Surgic App https://www.linkedin.com/in/edythe-woodruff-stewart-md-facs-8b290877/ --------------------------- About FPE If you are a women physician, join us at Female Physician Entrepreneurs Group We learn and grow together https://www.facebook.com/groups/FemalePhysicianEntrepreneurs Our website https://FPEStrong.com

Lucy Montgomery takes us through a day in her shoes as a Breast Care Nurse 

In honor of National Mammography Day, UEO Member Roslyn Kelly discusses with Dr. Michelle Townsend Day about the importance of mammograms, breast care, and making our health a priority especially during a pandemic.

In today's episode, VP of Essentially Women, Nikki Jensen talks with Jolly Reckenberg, partner, chairmen, and co-CEO of American Breast Care (ABC) about the start of ABC, the importance of communication and feedback in the product development process, custom breast prothesis, and why the rose is much more than just a logo to American Breast Care.  

Define the spectrum of breast disorders in adolescent male and female patients.Identify the role for pediatric plastic surgery in caring for patients with breast anomalies.Classify individual conditions and explain optimal treatment options.

When a woman finds out she has breast cancer, in many cases she needs someone to “hold her hand” through this unanticipated and frightening journey into the unknown. Women face a confusing maze of questions and often become overwhelmed very quickly. As physicians, we do our best to provide as much support and information as possible, but often we rely on a breast cancer navigator to fill in the gap for us to make sure patients have the resources they need throughout their entire cancer journey. A breast cancer navigator literally helps patients navigate the seemingly endless barrage of medical appointments, tests and treatments. They provide an invaluable service for breast cancer patients. Breast care navigators guide patients through their entire journey – from diagnosis, surgery and treatment, to life after treatment. They educate, advocate, provide resources and support, help with financial and insurance-related problems, resolve issues and remove obstacles patients face along the way – from understanding their diagnosis, to telling family members about their illness, answering questions about insurance coverage, or finding the right post op bra. During The Breast of Everything podcast, Marsha Schmit, RN, breast care navigator at Hurley Medical Center in Flint, Michigan, talks in depth about the role of a breast care navigator and the services she offers patients. She knows from experience what it is like to navigate a breast cancer journey. Marsha is a 12-year breast cancer survivor. 

There are some things you can do to ensure that you're taking good care of your nipples and breasts to ensure a good, consistent breastfeeding experience for both mom and baby!

In the first part of this podcast, we are chatting again via zoom with:- Colac's own McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Michelle Hamblin, who we chatted with for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 2020. The second part is with CEO of Breast screen Vic Terri Smith, because the Breast Screen Van (Marjorie) is in town. Where & When:- City Bowls Club, Central Reserve, 28-40 Gravesend St Monday at 8:00 AM - 5:40 PM Price: Free · Duration: 8 hr We're in Colac 8 Feb - 19 Mar. We invite Victorians aged 50−74 to have a breast screen every two years, as they are the group most at risk of developing breast cancer. Breast screening is free, takes 10 minutes, and is with a woman. Book online at www.breastscreen.org.au or call 13 20 50.

Alison Mc Cabe has been supporting breast cancer survivors, women who are going through treatment and women who have had a mastectomy through her breast care bra fitting service at her home in Blackrock. This is more than just a bra fitting service as Alison feels strongly about ensuring women have the utmost support and compassion and she has made it her mission to help survivors of breast cancer regain their confidence. She told Sinéad all about her essential service See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As October 2020 comes to an end, Sheila James wanted to address Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We have the lead of the Breast Care team at Hendricks Regional Health on Sheila Speaks today. Dr. Bowling has been serving this community for over 10 years. She is renowned in her field and a passionate crusader in the fight against breast cancer. Get in touch with your loved ones today and ask about their health!

Episode Description: This is the episode to listen to. Tell all your girlfriends, Moms, and Aunties. Angela Barnes tells us how she co-founded the new Breast Care and Imaging Clinic called Kvinna. For years Angela was signing a waiver at her yearly mammogram until she had a gut feeling that she needed to educate herself on breast health. Angela discovered that 50% of women fall into high-risk categories for breast cancer, 1 in 10 have dense breast tissue and a growing number are getting clean mammograms, then getting a cancer diagnosis in the same year. She stumbled upon a powerful technology called Sonocine, an Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound that powerfully detects small cancers in women with dense breast tissue or with implants. With zero negative impact on the body and no toxic radiation, Sonocine offers a way for women to be proactive about their health. Although this technology has been FDA approved for over 10 years, the medical industry isn’t interested, it’s up to the US to spread the word! LISTEN NOW! Show notes: Instagram: @kvinnacare FB- KvinnaCare Website: www.kvinnacare.com - go to the website to take the free assessment to find out if you might need supplemental imaging. Text HEALTH to 33-777 JoAnne Lord is hosting a Breast Cancer Fundraising Workout! October 24th- SATURDAY @ 9AM PST / 12PM EST #SWEATINGFORACAUSE! All levels sweat! 45 minutes! Sculpted by Alex x JoAnne Lord (sculpter, breast cancer survivor, Mali + Lili founder, and all around INSPIRATION!) All proceeds will go to Tower Cancer Research Foundation in LA. For booking this class: venmo me @alexscolari - all donations welcome! **Please write Saturday Class #sweatingforacause in the body of the venmo! ** Any donation over $50 will receive a Mali + Lili mask scarf ($40 value!!) Mali + Lili Mask Scarves - https://www.maliandlili.com/collections/face-masks Liftique- Liftique.com Liftique specializes in the delivery of precise medical aesthetic treatments and procedures using the latest, clinically proven, non-surgical and minimally invasive procedures for skin health, skin tightening, body contouring, vaginal health and sexual wellness by our staff of highly trained medical professionals. Guest Bio: Angela Barnes lives in beautiful Liberty Lake, WA in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. She is married to her best friend and together they have raised three kids. She has dedicated the last 22 years to raising her children and working in several women’s ministries. Her heart and passion for women living healthy and whole lives is the driving force behind all she does. This mission has led her to this next chapter in her life. She is the president and co-found of KVINNA Breast Care and Imaging clinic. The first clinic is located in Liberty Lake and is opening in early 2021. After searching for better breast screening options for herself as a woman with augmentation, she stumbled upon a little known but powerful technology called SonoCine. SonoCine is an Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound that powerfully detects small cancers in women with dense breast tissue or with implants. Angela has painfully experienced the failure of mammography for women with dense breast tissue. One of her best friends is battling a stage 4 diagnosis because mammography alone didn’t give her the early detection she needed due to her dense breast tissue. After discovering how SonoCine would have made a difference in her friend’s life, and learning that tens of thousands of these stories happen every year in our country alone, she has made it her mission to bring this powerful ultrasound technology to the masses. Angela is committed to making sure woman are educated and then empowered to make the very best decisions for their health.

Rachelle Poitras shares the powerful insights she’s gained through her own healing journey to resolve benign breast growths. During her healing journey she has become a Holistic nutritionist, herbalist, learned about Ayurveda and how our body, mind, and spirit are interwoven. In this conversation we cover everything from Rachelle’s own journey with both western and holistic medicine, lifestyle and breast healing practices, understanding the emotional and energetic nature of breast health.

Comprehensive Breast Care recently launched a podcast series entitled “The Breast of Everything,” hosted by breast surgeons Eric Brown, MD; Linsey Gold, DO; and Ashley Richardson, DO.The surgeons chose to offer this program as a trusted resource for breast health information, support and encouragement. Through “The Breast of Everything,” the three breast surgeons will talk about every aspect imaginable when it comes to breast health.The podcasts provide the surgeons with an opportunity to dispel myths and rumors about breast cancer by bringing listeners the most reliable and current information explained in an easy-to-understand way. During the podcasts, the surgeons also will talk with many leading experts in the field of breast cancer who will share their knowledge on a specific aspect of the disease.__________________________________Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Play,   or listen wherever you get your podcasts.Comprehensive Breast Care recently launched “The Breast of Everything,” a podcast series designed to serve as a trusted resource for breast health information, support and encouragement.If you have a subject you would like the surgeons to discuss, please email your ideas to https://compbreastcare.com. The doctors want to hear from you! The views, thoughts and opinions shared in “The Breast of Everything” podcasts are intended for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be substituted for medical advice, treatment or care from your physician or health care provider. Always consult your health care provider first.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Recently we spoke with breast specialist Dr. Katherine Cyran from Columbus, Ohio, about everything from soy and breast cancer, to what breast pain means, and when family history is really something about which to be concerned.  Tune in to learn which risk factors are really worth focusing on, and which you can throw out the window (hint: Gina might still be considering breast implants after this episode).   Patreon | Love what you're hearing? Help fund ongoing episodes through donations as little as $1/month. Learn more here! Leave a review | When you leave a five star iTunes review, it helps others with similar interests and passions find us when they're looking for new content. Thank you in advance! Resources and Show Notes Dr Cyran's Website Dr Cyran's e-mail: kmcyran@kmcbreastcenter.com National Comprehensive Cancer Network Heather Hirsch Podcast (Episode 33) Scosche Heart Rate Monitor Gina's Fave New Recipe: Butternut Squash Lasagna!  I use this recipe from All Recipes and instead of lasagna noodles I use par-baked, thinly slided (1/2 inch or so) butternut squash. Nicole's Pressure Cooker Butter Chicken

‘Mammogram’ is a word that conjures up many responses and emotions among women. For some, a mammogram is a routine screening procedure, while for others, there may be a lot of fear and anxiety over it. Dr Evelyn Ho, Consultant Clinical Radiologist from ParkCity Medical Centre, walks us through the use of mammograms in screening and diagnosis of breast cancer. Image Source: Shutterstock

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Dr. Diana James, Director of Breast Imaging for Jefferson Radiology Answers Questions about Breast Care and Covid-19

For 20 years Aubrey Lesicki has taught and studied the body from an integrative medicine approach. She is a leader in the arena of women’s health and holistic breast care. Aubrey emphasizes that the body’s wisdom is our best teacher.  She applies a mind-body-spirit approach to her breast massage and wellness coaching practice. Through teaching hundreds of clients and therapists, Aubrey has distilled a decade of information into simple instructions.   She empowers women to take their breast health into their own hands.   Listen in to today's episode as Aubrey explains the P.H.A.S.T technique.  This is a proprietary method which is part of holistic breast care is used to increase circulation in the breasts.  To learn more about Aubrey and her technique visit her online at BreastRemedySeattle.com.  You can also find Aubrey at our Healing Diva Retreat in Seattle April 23rd-25th, so for more information on that please visit our site at https://breastcancerconqueror.com/seattle-2020/

In this week’s episode, Erich & Kate sit down with Dr. Amanda Demetri-Lewis, DO Breast Radiologist and Fellowship trained in Women’s Imaging from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. They talk about what age to start getting mammograms, same day results at York Hospital Breast Care and the new services now available in Wells, ME.   To learn more about Breast Care at York Hospital, click here: https://www.yorkhospital.com/services/breast-care/

Join us as we explore how proper breast care and mammography is important for continued overall health throughout life. Learn more about what breast pain, nipple discharge, and other breast changes mean and discover what to expect with your first mammogram. Featuring special guest Dr. Kelly, an Edmonton family practitioner with the Opioid Dependency Program and former Breast Expert for the Comprehensive Breast Care Program in Edmonton.  Resources:  1) Government of Canada (Information on Mammography):  https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-risks-safety/radiation/medical/mammography.html  2) Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (Guidelines on Breast Cancer Screening): https://canadiantaskforce.ca/guidelines/published-guidelines/breast-cancer-update/ 3) Canadian Cancer Society (Information on Mammography): https://www.cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/diagnosis-and-treatment/tests-and-procedures/mammography/?region=on 4) Alberta Health Services (Comprehensive Breast Care Program): https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/service.aspx?Id=1022658 Summary Sheet: BreastCareandMammographySummarySheet.html  

Understanding the type of cancer one is facing shapes the specific cancer care plan. Patty Kark, Breast Care and Cancer Care Navigator at Northfield Hospital + Clinics, and Jodi Wieczorek, Director of the Cancer Care & Infusion Center at Northfield Hospital, discuss the diagnosis process.

Cancer treatment is a challenge, making the management of daily life tricky.  Juliana Sayner, Cancer Care Navigator at the Cancer Care & Infusion Center at Northfield Hospital; Patty Kark, Breast Care and Cancer Care Navigator at Northfield Hospital + Clinics; and Valerie Thomas, Director of Social Services at Northfield Hospital + Clinics, discuss how to manage daily life when battling cancer.

Heidi started getting mammograms at 42 after a close friend was diagnosed in her early 40s. She was thankful she did, after she was diagnosed with breast cancer at 43. Heidi speaks with us about being diagnosed as a young woman with a young family, having to put your career on hold and not being afraid to ask for help when you need it.

Gina Grennan and Erika Adams discuss breast care health and the no cost mammograms available at CGH Medical Center.

Gina Grennan and Erika Adams discuss breast care health and the no cost mammograms available at CGH Medical Center.

EVERY WOMAN DESERVES TO FEEL BEAUTIFUL Jasmine Jones is changing what post-mastectomy shopping looks and feels like, creating beautiful lingerie shopping experiences for all women, and using innovation and inclusion to be impactful across the globe. Inspired by her grandmother’s battle with breast cancer, Jasmine joined Dr. Hampton to create a unique experience for women regardless of their bra size or the stage of their breast cancer journey. Jasmine was crowned Miss District of Columbia USA in 2016. She now serves as Vice President of the Young Professional Council of Breast Care for Washington and as Founder of the Global Literacy Initiative. More on Jasmine Jones jasminerjones.com Support Cherry Blossom Intimates cherryblossomintimates.com

Specialists in the Harvard system updated the CRICO Breast Care Management Algorithm in early 2019

Michelle & Emily share their sorrow over the fire at Notre Dame in Paris with a bottle of Forth, a 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Sonoma region. Emily shares how exactly ten years ago she was in Paris at Notre Dame on a life-changing journey. They welcome guest, friend, and myofascial therapist, Melissa Russell (https://www.quantumhealingarts.net) to the podcast. Michelle endured tailbone pain for two and a half years and did a variety of treatments before finding Melissa. After several months of therapy, Michelle finally found relief from the pain and corrected the tailbone problem. Melissa explains the difference between myofascial release therapy and massage therapy. She shares several inspiring experiences with her clients. They talk about the many body issues that can be helped/resolved using myofascial therapy including painful sex, and other pelvic floor issues. Melissa talks about how pelvic floor dates with couples can be great intimacy builders within relationships. Melissa shares how a breast cancer survivor came to her because an implant had been rejected and she had experienced so many side effects from the implant. This experience was the catalyst for Melissa to expand her practice to include a special focus on breast cancer survivors. Beloved Bust (https://www.belovedbust.com) is designed to teach women how to work on their breasts and how to work on their scars, to fill in the gap from surviving breast cancer to getting back to their new favorite selves. They share their experiences of their first awareness of their boobs and the not-so-fun phase of puberty, hiding boobs with books, boys popping bra straps, etc... and how those experiences shape our perceptions of ourselves. They lament how women don't grow up knowing their bodies are beautiful, magical, and nothing to be ashamed of. Melissa describes what a session of Breast Care 101 is like in a group setting in case you want to have her as a guest one month at your book club (for example) meeting. Upcoming Breast Care 101 class June 9, 2019 at Joy of Yoga in St. Louis. "One of the beautiful things is to teach people how to work on themselves." - Melissa Russell Thank you for listening and subscribing to Cliterally Speaking the Podcast. Visit our website: www.cliterallyspeakingpodcast.com Facebook: @cspeakpodcast Instagram: @cliterallyspeakingthepodcast Twitter: @cliterallyspea1 Please call our comment line: 812-727-0794 Watch our youtube channel (Cliterally Speaking the Podcast) for all the behind the scenes discussions during our recording sessions. And Subscribe, Like, Share our podcast with EVERYONE!

Come on up to Sugarloaf with me for The Sugarloaf Charity Summit, and Its mission is to raise a mountain of money to fight cancer! This year the event benefited three organizations that are working to improve the lives of Mainers fighting cancer, The Dempsey Center, The Maine Cancer Foundation, and The Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center at Franklin Memorial Hospital.  The Sugarloaf Charity Summit brings together patients, survivors, family and friends that have lost someone close to them to cancer, health care providers, policy makers, and a few Maine made celebrities to raise money to fight cancer. Connect directly with the Organizations to learn more about the work they are doing or register for upcoming events by clicking the titles below: The Dempsey Center The Maine Cancer Foundation The Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center Click Here for more Information on the Sugarloaf Charity Summit Thanks For Listening... if you like what you hear and want to support the show, then check out Audible, to get a FREE one-month trial and download a free audiobook. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes , Google Play Music, Stictcher Radio, and I Heart Radio Please when you have a minute could you leave me a rating and review in iTunes. It helps me keep this thing going and it also helps other people find this show! Find out more about the Podcast and see what events are coming up at the Team F40 Facebook Page Products or events mentioned in this episode: Sugarloaf Ski Resort Darlings Honda Pilot Winterstick Snowboards and West Mountain Skis Made in Maine with Steve Minich The Jay Moody Memorial Golf Tournament Swix Ski Waxing Supplies Carrabassett Valley Academy New England Cancer Specialists Keep the conversation going by leaving a comment. I always love to hearing from folks!  Episode Index 6:00min Patrick Dempsey Interview at the base of Wiffletree 10:40 Taylor Jordon Sugarloaf Conference Sales Manager 13:14 Steve Minich WMTW and Charity Summit MC 18:00 Jill Gray- Franklin Memorial Hospital 21:40 Abbie- Franklin Memorial Hospital Nurse  23:40 Memorial Run / Betty Masseur Intro 29:20 Steve and Jim- Ski Patrolers / Jay Moody Memorial 33:20 Jerry Murphy- Swix Ski Tuning Technician 36:30 Slalom with the Stars / Ray Ruby Maine Cancer Foundation 44:50 Doug Stewart Intro 50:40 Meredith and Laura- Maine Cancer Foundation  58:26 Victoria Foley- New England Cancer Specialists 1:02 Senator Angus King- Honorary Summit Chairman   A huge Thank-You goes to Cheryl B. Engelhardt for the use of her music for my intro and outro. The Track is called “Fresh Start”  and was written and performed by her. Go get the song and hear more at www.cbemusic.com Fit 40 Radio is a proud participant in the Audible Affiliate program.  

Rachel Gorham is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 6 years of clinical experience. She is double board certified and holds national certifications as a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and in Advanced Genetics Nursing. Her specialty is in women’s health, gynecological oncology, cancer risk assessment, hereditary cancer syndromes, cancer genetics, managing and developing high-risk breast centers, and cancer prevention.  She has provided her expertise on two national position statements for NPWH which include Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Risk Assessment and Males with Breast Conditions: The Role of WHNPs Specializing in Breast Care. She recently contributed to Women’s Health in Primary Care: An Integrated Approach 1e, “Breast Health” chapter. Rachel is a National Key Note Speaker for Merck and Myriad Genetics.

Episode 13: Join your hosts while they touch on the topic of your breasts and how it fits into the gynecological picture of female health. Tiffany and Kelly share the changes our breasts go through from puberty, through pregnancy and breastfeeding to post childbearing years. Listen while they share the variation in anatomy, shape, size, the myth of symmetry and how to properly care for them. They discuss nipple hairs, bras and good bra fittings. Kelly and Tiffany share information about self breast exams, cancer screening tools and things you can do to reduce breast cancer risk. Come along as they discuss breast implants, implant illness and what we are learning about breast “explants” or the removal of implants. Their final parting tip: go touch your boobs!

February 08, 2019BabyDoc ClubFor the UK and Ireland.Welcome to the BabyDoc Basics podcast on Breast Care!Welcome to this week’s BabyDoc Basics podcast for the UK and Ireland on Breast care! Over the next 5- 10 minutes we’ll talk about some important essentials on your breastfeeding journey! Its not always easy but help is at hand!In the studio today is Lucy (BabyDoc Club UK) and dialling in is Karen (BabyDoc Club Ireland).DISCLAIMER – all information is based on the experience of our Mummysavers. No brand or retailer has paid to feature in this – all recommendations are genuine.Today they are discussing....Why breast care wile feeding is so important!The importance of quality breast pads!What is breast engorgement?How to relieve breast engorgement!Available product options for relief and comfort. Don’t forget to follow BabyDocClub on Facebook and Instagram and tune in for your next BabyDoc Basics session….https://www.facebook.com/BabyDocClubIRLhttps://www.facebook.com/BabyDocClubUK

Part 1 of Kathleen's Radio Show on the topic of Breast care

Part 2 of Kathleen's Radio Show on the topic of Breast care

In this episode I speak with Ruth Backlund, R.N. who is a myofascial espert.  She gives me tips on preventative breast care and ways both women and men can take better care of themselves.   You can find Ruth at the following locations. Energy Works Myofascial Release http://energyworksmfr.com/   Check out my first published book on Amazon! Symptom Free Neck: Treating Your Neck at Home You can find me on Facebook! Servant PT Podcast Servant PT Instagram servant_pt Check out my new book on Amazon. Link below! Symptom Free Neck: Treating Your Neck at Home Thankful for our sponsor! Please consider visiting our sponsor and donating to help veterans with PTSD. Warrior Horse offers healing and hope to traumatized military veterans by reducing the participating veterans’ symptoms of depression, post-traumatic stress, and suicidal thoughts. Working with horses has long been recognized as an effective tool for helping to treat persons with physical and mental challenges. Warrior Horse offers this program as an adjunct to more long-term forms of assistance that the military veteran may pursue for PTSD and other mental challenges. Warrior Horse’s program will be funded by donations from the general public, donation of race horses by race horse owners, and grants.   Donate Now: http://www.warriorhorse.net/donate/ Thank you so much for supporting our podcast! In response to feedback from our loyal listeners, we’d like to graciously offer you even more added value relating to common pains and problems we encounter as physical therapists! Just follow the link below to take advantage of ways that physio can help and save you time, risk-free. We are thrilled to serve you! Follow the link to see the offer! http://vivianphysicaltherapy.com/blog/servant-pt-offer/

Betty Alterman, founder of Pink Ribbon Plus, shares her insights on finding the perfect fitting mastectomy bra, understanding breast forms and how you can create the breast shape you want with comfort and confidence. Learn about the Lindi skin care line and how these products can protect and care for your skin during and after radiation treatments. Additionally, in honor of National Nutrition Month, learn about the benefits of a familiar veggie and some new ways to enjoy it.   

Breast Care of Western New York uses a range of minimally invasive procedures in the detection and diagnosis of breast health conditions, including mammography and ultrasound biopsies, stereotactic and ultrasound-guided staging tests, and sentinel lymph node biopsy.As a community practice of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, you'll have access to the most advanced services in breast cancer diagnosis, including access to expert pathology review by a world-class team at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.In this segment, Mariola Poss, MD, FACS, discusses breast care, different types of breast surgery, her role at Breast Care of WNY and the importance of community practices such as Breast Care of Western New York.

Breast Care of Western New York uses a range of minimally invasive procedures in the detection and diagnosis of breast health conditions, including mammography and ultrasound biopsies, stereotactic and ultrasound-guided staging tests, and sentinel lymph node biopsy.As a community practice of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, you'll have access to the most advanced services in breast cancer diagnosis, including access to expert pathology review by a world-class team at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.In this segment, Mariola Poss, MD, FACS, discusses breast care, different types of breast surgery, her role at Breast Care of WNY and the importance of community practices such as Breast Care of Western New York.

In ep 562, Jessie and John discuss teaching women how to care for their breasts as part of a holistic approach to overall health and wellbeing. They are joined by Complimentary Health Practitioner Sara Harris. More info available at Foundational Breast Care. Also Brett Lasham from The Laird Hotel comes into to give a wrap up of the Northside Bizarre.

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we invited Dr. John West back to the podcast to discuss optimal breast care.

This week on Wellness Women Radio we’re talking all things breasts, boobs, jugs, knockers…whatever you call them we can all agree that women treat their breasts with such trepidation as if they are just waiting for them to grow disease. The monthly breast exam, if we do it at all, is done with a ‘search Listen In The post WWR 49: Holistic Breast Care appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Vicki Bell, a McGrath breast care nurse, on her role and the importance of support for people with breast cancer.

In this episode, recorded during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I talk to McGrath Foundation Breast Care Nurse, Kerryn Ernst. Kerryn is the only McGrath Breast Care Nurse whose job is solely to support women (and a few men) with stage-four breast cancer - the incurable type, where people present with secondary cancer in places such as the bones, lung, liver or brain.

PROFILE - Een gespecialiseerd ziekenhuis voor borstkanker en borstaandoeningen met alle zorg onder één dak. Oncologisch chirurg Marjolein de Jong bouwt aan een "toegankelijke, integrale, gespecialiseerde en betrokken" aanpak voor patiënten met Breast Care Nederland.Het aantal vrouwen dat borstkanker krijgt ligt rond de 15.000 per jaar en stijgt nog altijd. “Er zijn veel factoren die kunnen bijdragen aan het ontstaan van de ziekte, maar wellicht belangrijker is hoe je erdoorheen komt”, zegt De Jong. "Ik geloof in andere zorg, er is ruimte om het anders te doen."Als je alle factoren combineert kun je excelleren in de zorg, zegt De Jong. In haar loopbaan als chirurg ontstond steeds meer aandacht voor de manier waarop de zorg nu is georganiseerd. "Hoe staat de patiënt hierin?"GastvrijEr komen volgens De Jong zoveel dingen kijken bij de zorg voor borstkankerpatiënten dat je moet kijken naar wat het juiste model is. "Niet alleen het medische deel, maar ook het aanvullende deel. Hoe toegankelijk en gastvrij ben je? Hoeveel tijd neem je voor iemand? Hoe neem je de telefoon op? Het moet om de patiënt draaien."Breast Care Nederland specialiseert zich om de patiënt meer centraal te kunnen stellen. "Wij maken ons als ziekenhuis druk om de medische kant, maar ook het hele traject van nazorg als je weer thuis bent." En dat is niet duurder, maar juist efficiënter door de organisatie, aldus De Jong.

How important is a woman's breast health and what should she be doing to to protect the health of her breasts? Clinical Program Manager and a certified breast nurse patient navigator for the Summit Medical Group Breast Nurse Navigation Program, Carol Boyer, RN, MSN, APN, CBPN-IC, AOCNS, gives details on the three-fold approach recommended by the American Cancer Society. Supported by Summit Medical Group's Breast Care Center, this approach is designed to maintain optimal breast health and detect abnormalities early.

Receiving the news that you have a breast abnormality can be frightening and confusing - what do you do next?  Nurse Navigation at Summit Medical Group's Breast Care Center is a process designed to help a woman through and around barriers to getting breast health care services. Clinical Program Manager and a certified breast nurse patient navigator for the Summit Medical Group Breast Nurse Navigation Program, Carol Boyer, RN, MSN, APN, CBPN-IC, AOCNS, explains the navigation process and what a woman can expect upon entering the nurse navigation program.