Breast cancer
Ashkenazi Jewish women like me have a higher risk of breast cancer. I didn’t know this until my own diagnosis
Breast cancer can strike any woman at any time, yet few young women are fully aware of the potential deadly threat they face.
US Task Force: Ashkenazi Jewish Women Should Test For Breast Cancer Genes
Primary care doctors should assess women’s BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation risks if their ancestry is prone to BRCA mutations.
23andMe Risk Test Misses Almost 90 Percent of BRCA Mutation Carriers
The BRCA gene has a reputation as a “Jewish cancer gene.”
Orthodox Scientist Develops ‘MonitHer’ To Detect Breast Cancer At Home
You can now monitor your breasts at home, thanks to Yehudit Abrams.
Israeli Scientists Uncover Therapy That Converts Cancer Cells Into Normal Ones
It might be powerful enough to stop cancer in its tracks.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Is Recovering Well After Finishing Chemo
Louis-Dreyfus is “incredibly strong,” a “Veep” cast member says.
Beyond BRCA, Study Reveals 72 Mutations That May Lead To Breast Cancer
Knowing these mutations will help doctors create personalized treatments based on a patient’s genetic code.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Announces She’s Fighting Breast Cancer
Louis-Dreyfus announced in a Twitter post that she was diagnosed with cancer, following a successful run on the show “Veep.”
During Breast Cancer Treatment, Finding Solace At A Mikvah
Visiting a mikvah for spiritual reasons, but beyond the times required by Jewish law, is “still kosher,” and can be quite meaningful.
Why Jewish Women Are a Challenging Demographic in Fight Against Breast Cancer
Public health officials trying to fight breast cancer in Australia find the country’s Jewish population especially challenging.