A recent report from the American Cancer Society has pushed back the recommended age for women to begin annual mammograms from 40 to 45 years of age. This has stirred up controversy in the medical community, with many physicians pushing back against this change in their recommendations. Here in Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society recommends […]
Breast cancer is an all-too-common disease that affects thousands of Canadian women every year. The Breast Cancer Society of Canada estimates that in 2015, 25 000 Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. The life-altering fight to overcome this disease often involves the removal of the affected breast(s) with a surgical process known as […]
Breasts are keenly tied to a woman’s body image and sense of femininity. While their primary function is to produce nourishment for infants, their role in a woman’s self esteem and sense of attractiveness cannot be overlooked. This explains why procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift and breast reduction are so prevalent. While the […]
“Closing the loop on breast cancer means making sure that every woman who is diagnosed with breast cancer is aware of all of her options to heal.” – Willow Breast Cancer Support Canada October 15, 2014 is BRA Day – an initiative designed to promote education, awareness and access for women who may wish to […]
