For Lauren Leonelli, a 38-year-old engineer from Patchogue, life was a whirlwind of new beginnings. After a long and ultimately unsuccessful journey with IVF, an incredible new chapter began when she and her husband adopted two young children. Life was full, busy, and just settling into a new rhythm when a strange, persistent pain and…
At 84 years old, Camille (Carmela) is the definition of vitality. A retired teacher who still works, a proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and for the last 11 years, an adult tap dancer. She lives her life with a positive spirit that has served her well, especially when facing a breast cancer diagnosis not once,…
When most people think about breast cancer warning signs, they think of one thing: a lump. While finding a lump is certainly an important reason to see your doctor, the truth is that breast cancer can present itself in many other ways. Understanding the full range of potential signs and symptoms could be the key…
Dear Breast Imaging Radiologist, After my last routine mammogram, I was told, “You have dense breast tissue.” I stared at the report, a silent “What does that even mean?” hanging in the air. Until then, the concept of breast density had been completely off my radar. Then, I was left wondering: Was this a ticking…
Why choose a breast health center for your mammography? For anyone considering routine breast care, choosing a specialized center can make a world of difference. The Fortunato Breast Health Center at Northwell’s Mather Hospital offers patients more than just a standard mammogram. They are welcomed into an experience centered around comfort, advanced technology and personalized…
Breast cancer is a serious and prevalent disease that affects millions of women – and even some men – around the world. However, there are many misconceptions about breast cancer, leading to confusion. It is crucial to separate the facts from myths to better understand this condition and take proactive steps for early detection and…
Being in tune with your body and keeping an eye out for any abnormalities, changes, or concerns is of utmost importance. Our bodies go through many changes throughout life due to puberty, pregnancy, menopause, and other life events. In particular, breasts can go through different stages due to these factors and it’s crucial to catch…
Everyone has some risk of developing breast cancer. In the U.S., one in eight women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
Any diagnosis of breast cancer is difficult, but when you’re under age 50, you can add surprise and shock to the list of reactions. While breast cancer is rare in younger women, the disease can and sometimes does strike early.
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RDN, CDN Over the past two decades, exercise-oncology research, particularly with breast cancer, has made great strides and revealed very positive results. The research confirms that “exercise plays a vital role in improving cardiopulmonary function, psychological events, muscular strength, and endurance in breast cancer survivors” (1).