breast cancer Archive — Page 16 of 16

DNA sequence
June 11, 2012

Vanderbilt identifies genes linked to breast cancer chemo resistance

A study led by Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center investigators has identified a gene expression pattern that may explain why chemotherapy prior to surgery isn’t effective against some tumors and suggests new therapy options for patients with specific subtypes of breast cancer.

December 9, 2011

Walk-in mammograms available at TVC

leafy greens
September 29, 2011

Folate may lower breast cancer risk for some

Low folate levels may increase a premenopausal woman’s risk of developing breast cancer.

April 12, 2011

Soy foods not a risk for breast cancer survivors

David Gius, M.D., Ph.D., and colleagues are studying an aging-associated protein’s role in the development of breast cancer in older women. (Vanderbilt University/photo by Mary Donaldson)
February 1, 2011

Protein related to aging holds breast cancer clues

January 31, 2011

Breast cancer patients with strong social network live longer