Category: Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Studies: Evaluation and Analysis of Scientific Papers Table of Contents Introduction General Information about the Used Sources Level of Evidence Significance and Relevance of the Used Evidence Intervention Description Conclusion References Introduction Despite significant progress in the development of new technologies, cancer remains one of the problems of modern medicine. Today, society increasingly…

A Culturally Tailored Internet Cancer Support Group for Asian American Breast Cancer Survivors: Article Analysis Table of Contents Abstract Section Background Section Aims and Purposes of the Study Research Methods Review of Literature Implications for Nursing Practice Conclusion References Culturally competent care is the newest trend in modern nursing. Medicine, as a holistic science, recognizes…

Breast Cancer: Disease Screening and Diagnosis Table of Contents Background Patient Information Most Significant Active Problem Recommended Disease Screenings Differential Diagnoses References Background Patient Information Carolyn Cross is a 41-year-old Hispanic-American woman who has come to a medical facility for her wellness visit and regular examination. The woman has two children, and she was pregnant…

Womens Healthcare: Breast Cancer Prevention & Treatment Breast cancer is considered to be the second most common type of cancer in the US women. According to the National Cancer Institute (2018), most women diagnosed with this disease are over 50, but younger women can also have it. Signs of breast cancer include a lump or…

Breast Cancer Development and Progression: Understanding Epigenetic Mechanisms Introduction The development and progression of breast cancer have been attributed to a series of cellular and molecular events, most of which are not well understood (Veeck & Esteller 2010). However, cell and molecular biologists agree that normal cells become cancerous when they undergo genetic modifications that…

Anthem Blue Cross: Breast Cancer Screenings Introduction Anthem Blue Cross (ABC) is a business enterprise, the primary objective of work for which is providing insurance to its clients. The organization has many branches across the US, with a variety of healthcare programs available to customers. The proposed initiative focuses on offering a new economic opportunity…

Health-Related Misconceptions Regarding Antiperspirants and Breast Cancer Introduction There is a myth about the use of antiperspirants, especially aluminum-containing ones, as a risk factor for breast cancer. Concerning the rationale for choice, the myth requires close attention due to its possible contributions to bullying related to hygiene issues and distracting the at-risk population from actual…

Care of Breast Cancer-Related Lymphoedema For most women, breast cancer and its treatment are often accompanied by lymphoedema. This phenomenon is described as a pathological accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the interstitial space which occurs due to impaired lymph transport and is accompanied by an increase in the affected organ volume. Timely assessment plays a…

Recommendations for Breast Cancer Screening: USPSTF Guidelines Table of Contents Introduction USPSTF Guidelines for Breast Cancer Screening Critics Regarding Age and Risks: Key Evidence Critics Regarding Biennial Screening Interval Risk Factors and Risk Assessment Methodology References Introduction Screening nowadays became a prevalent method for early detection of predisposition to certain diseases. It is highly beneficial…

Mammography Screening and Breast Cancer Mortality Abstract The study has been designed to measure the effectiveness of breast cancer decision aids (DAs) in improving mammography screening intentions in African-American women 65 years and older. The importance of the project is underscored by a large body of evidence pointing to the fact that older African-American women…