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Breast Cancerin the News:
The Mammography Debate
Suggested changes in screening for some women over 40.
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View Breast Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute
Listen to a radio story about breast cancer risk and diet from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Dr. Marilyn Tseng answers questions about diet and breast cancer, related to her recent study published in the July 2007 issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention
Breast Cancer Support Group and Guest Speaker Series
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Fox Chase Cancer Center offers the most advanced treatment options for breast cancer. During a one-day visit to our Breast Evaluation Center, newly diagnosed breast cancer patients will meet your entire team of specialists (including the surgeon, medical oncologist and radiation oncologist) who will develop a comprehensive treatment plan tailored especially for you.
Internationally-Recognized Team of Experts
Your treatment options may include:
- Breast conserving surgery performed by our highly-skilled breast cancer surgeons
- Reconstructive surgery options using advanced microvascular surgical techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes
- Chemotherapy and other innovative breast cancer treatments, including hormonal therapy and targeted biologic therapy often developed by Fox Chase researchers
- IMRT and Mammosite™ radiation treatment, which provides targeted treatment for better results
Clinical Trials for Breast Cancer
Our patients have the unique opportunity to participate in nationally-conducted clinical trials for all stages of breast cancer. Many studies are developed and led by Fox Chase physicians. Clinical trials allow the most advanced treatment options and help researchers discover better ways to diagnose, treat and prevent breast cancer. Breast cancer clinical trials at Fox Chase include:
- New phase I therapies not available anywhere else in the world
- Studies examining a new generation of drugs called aromatase inhibitors
- A study comparing whole breast radiation to radiation techniques that target the tumor area only
Family Risk for Breast and/or Ovarian Cancers
The Margaret Dyson Family Risk Assessment Program, created at Fox Chase for women with an increased risk of developing breast or ovarian cancers, provides risk counseling, genetic testing and prevention strategies.
Support Group
Fox Chase Cancer Center hosts a monthly support group for breast cancer patients.
For more information about breast cancer treatment and prevention at Fox Chase Cancer Center or to make an appointment, call 1-888-FOX CHASE (1-888-369-2427).