Breast Cancer

Inspirational stories of breast cancer survival and news on breast cancer treatment and prevention.

Woman, 35, Had This 'Mind-Blowing' Symptom of Breast Cancer 2 Months Before a Lump

Kelly Mann was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer over two years ago and is sharing her story to be a resource to other women.
pink eye breast cancer
pink eye breast cancer

A Checklist for Your Next Mammogram, According to a Breast Surgeon

What to look for in the mammogram report, next steps after your appointment, questions to ask your doctor and more.

Woman, 32, Welcomes Healthy Baby After Chemo and Mastectomy During Pregnancy

A 32-year-old mom shares how she underwent a mastectomy and chemotherapy while pregnant and later gave birth to a healthy baby girl.
breast cancer pregnancy
breast cancer pregnancy

Using AI-Powered Analysis, Mammogram Can Predict 5-Year Risk for Breast Cancer

It may even be more accurate than other risk assessment tools, study shows.

Patient Stories

Patient Stories

Woman, 28, Powerlifts Through Breast Cancer, Shares 1 Symptom Doctor Called 'Nothing'

The elite athlete was competing in powerlifting events when she was shocked to be diagnosed with breast cancer. She found a way to keep lifting weights during chemotherapy.
LaShae Rolle
LaShae Rolle

Woman Diagnosed With Breast Cancer at 28 Reveals the 'Weird' Symptom She Dismissed

Taylor Dillingham, now 31, is sharing her story to encourage others to be more proactive about addressing any changes in their bodies.
breast cancer inverted nipple sign
breast cancer inverted nipple sign

How a Doctor Monitors Herself for Breast Cancer and 1 Big Symptom That's Not a Lump

A breast radiologist at the MD Anderson Cancer Center who diagnoses patients with breast cancer shares the warning signs she looks for in her own body. Lumps are just the start.
breast self-examination
breast self-examination

Sheryl Crow Reveals 1 Tip From Her Therapist That Helped Her After Breakup, Cancer Diagnosis

The Grammy-winning singer shared advice she received in 2006 that has continued to guide her today.
Sheryl Crow.
Sheryl Crow.

Jill Martin and TODAY Champion Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer on the Plaza: 'Take Knowledge Into Your Own Hands'

TODAY contributor Jill Martin discovered she had breast cancer after taking a genetic test in 2023.
Jill Martin.
Jill Martin.

Jill Martin Shares Breast Cancer Update — and The Latest Way She's Championing Genetic Testing

'While chemo and radiation have ended, I'm still undergoing other treatments while raising money for research and awareness of genetic testing.'
Jill Martin.
Jill Martin.

Everything You Need To Know About Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer: A Guide

Experts weigh in on the process and who needs one — plus, what to do after.
Doctor and patient during the medical examination
Doctor and patient during the medical examination