Treating Breast Cancer by Targeting the mTOR Pathway

Breast cancer can develop from a number of irregularities, and many methods of therapy have been researched to target the pathways of these irregularities to try and treat breast cancer. The PI3K/mTOR pathway is an example of one such pathway that, if dysregulated, can lead to breast cancer….

History, Evolution and Marketing of the Pink Ribbon

Everyone knows the pink ribbon and everyone knows what it represents. Pink ribbons and the color pink in general in reference to Breast Cancer Awareness are everywhere. In 2008 the Whitehouse lit up pink, the Eiffel Tower has as well. NFL stars can be seen sporting pink every…

Diagnostic Biomarkers for Cancer

  Our ability to clinically diagnose breast cancer is largely provided for by modern medical imaging and related diagnostic technologies. Medical imaging has become advanced enough that it is sometimes possible to accurately diagnose breast cancers using only diagnostic imaging, without using any invasive procedures. Although effective, medical…

UBCF Announces Third Annual Wellness Retreat at the Omega Institute

Omega Institute works in partnership with United Breast Cancer Foundation to offer emotional support to women and men. Attending this retreat was the best decision I have made in years! Huntington Station, NY (PRWEB) July 24, 2014 The United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF), a national 501c3 nonprofit, is…

Come Join us at Connect To Y.E.S ~ September 21 – 26 at The Omega Institute

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Breast Cancer Symptoms ~ What to Look for During Your Monthly Self-Breast Exam

It’s quite possible that the greatest defense against breast cancer is early detection and swift treatment. If breast cancer is diagnosed and identified early, chances of a full recovery are significantly higher than a later diagnosis. It is for this reason that monthly breast self-examinations are extremely important…

When Your Friend Has Breast Cancer: Do’s and Don’ts

If you’ve never battled cancer yourself, it’s likely that you’ve known someone that has. It’s shocking when you hear a loved one has been diagnosed. If you have no experience personally with illness it’s hard to know what the right thing to say or do is. Sometimes this…

Exercise Can Help Beat Breast Cancer

Fifteen years ago doctors might have advised breast cancer patients not to exercise during and after treatment. However, according to Harvard Nurses’ Health Study, women that exercise are fifty percent more likely to survive breast cancer.[i] It’s also known that women that have not made a habit of…

Recent Advances in Breast Cancer Research – Part I

By Vishaaq Mathew Although modern medicine has made great strides recently in the targeted therapy of breast cancer, it is rarely discussed through common news sources. UBCF’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer, and this includes our responsibility…