Breast cancer

Culture news

Singer Jessie J says she has been diagnosed with early breast cancer

The British pop star behind hit singles like 'Price Tag' and 'Domino' says she plans to undergo surgery for breast cancer this month.

04/06/2025

EuroVerify

No, Switzerland hasn't banned mammograms

Social media posts that have circulated for months falsely claim not only that Switzerland has banned breast cancer screenings, but that the procedures increase the risk of developing the disease.

24/03/2025

Health news

How do European countries compare on breast cancer deaths?

Breast cancer death rates are expected to drop across European countries, here’s a look at how different women’s age groups compare.

12/03/2025

Health news

Global breast cancer toll to surge by 2050, WHO warns

The growing burden is expected to disproportionately affect developing countries.

25/02/2025

Healthcare

Where do you have the best chance of surviving cancer in Europe?

Cancer survival estimates in Europe highlight notable geographical and economic disparities. Several factors are driving gaps between countries.

18/12/2024

Health news

How European countries stack up on cancer screening

There is wide variation in cancer screening across Europe, but no country scores perfectly across the board.

21/11/2024

Health news

Hormonal IUDs tied to slightly elevated breast cancer risk - study

The findings indicate that breast cancer risks with IUDs are likely similar to those with other types of hormonal birth control.

16/10/2024

Health news

Rising 'breast implant illness' cases sparks removal surgery demand

Researchers say the condition is not medically recognised but needs further investigation as the numbers having procedures to remove implants grows.

20/07/2024

Europe News

Fighting cancer with nanoparticles marks a medical milestone

A new treatment aims to avoid the side-effects of conventional methods like chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

13/06/2024

Health news

Experts recommend lowering age to start breast cancer screenings

An expert panel said lowering the age recommendation from 50 to 40 could make a difference as more and more women in their 40s are being diagnosed with breast cancer.

02/05/2024

Art

Venice Biennale show dedicated to the history of breasts in art

The show reflects on a range of themes including motherhood, empowerment, sexuality, body image and illness.

18/04/2024

Health news

European women unaware of alcohol’s link to breast cancer, WHO says

Drinking alcohol, even in small amounts, raises the risk of breast cancer, the most common cancer among European women.

08/03/2024

Health news

Scientists are creating ‘digital twins’ of breast cancer patients

The research programme, involving 13 Spanish institutions, such as hospitals and associations, collects genetic, physiological and behavioural data with wearable devices.

05/12/2023

Health news

Cancer patients could avoid unnecessary chemotherapy thanks to AI tool

By more accurately predicting the course of a cancer diagnosis, AI could mean shorter and less severe chemotherapy treatments.

28/11/2023

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WATCH: Arc de Triomphe lit up pink to raise breast cancer awareness

Paris lights up the Arc de Triomphe in pink to mark the start of Pink October, raising awareness for breast cancer.

02/10/2023

Health news

AI model could predict whether breast cancer surgery was successful

A model using artificial intelligence (AI) technology can detect if all of the cancerous cells have been removed during breast cancer surgery, a new study has shown.

29/09/2023

Health news

Cancers in people under 50 up almost 80% in the last 30 years

Across the globe, rates of cancer diagnoses in people under the age of 50 have soared over the past three decades.

07/09/2023

Health news

New labels in underwear aim to raise cancer awareness in UK campaign

The partnership between Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) and UK supermarket Morrisons is seeking to inform about breast and testicular cancer.

21/08/2023

Health news

Breast cancer may be overdiagnosed in older women, study finds

US women over the age of 70 who continue breast cancer screening are at risk of being overdiagnosed with breast cancer, researchers have found.

08/08/2023

Health news

New molecules could ‘fuel revolution in cancer treatment’

The molecules take a unique approach to combat cancer by rewiring mutated cancer-driving genes to self-destruct.

03/08/2023