Jessica Webster Sendra

Breast cancer patients face a dizzying number of choices for breast reconstruction after mastectomy. A Michigan Medicine plastic surgeon offers advice and insight.

If you have a family history of breast cancer, you may also be at higher risk of developing the disease. This knowledge can boost surveillance and prevention efforts.

Awareness of genetic testing is low, a new study finds. But an interactive website can help newly diagnosed patients make informed decisions about the practice.

Applying heated chemotherapy directly to cancer cells can help some patients with an aggressive form of the disease.

In a new study of breast cancer patients who had breast reconstruction, researchers examine complications across the different types of surgeries.

An innovative new treatment is offering new hope for patients with several types of persistent or recurring cancer — with more cancer clinical trials underway.

For the first time, researchers have linked radiation-damaged thyroid glands to poor surgical outcomes. The solution may be as simple as a common hormone supplement.

A new model developed by Michigan Medicine researchers could change treatment guidelines for nearly two-thirds of men with localized prostate cancer.

A new study indicates a benefit for all young colon cancer patients to undergo genetic testing. But with more than half of them exhibiting no family history, will insurers cover the tests?

Rose Mary Worthen wasn’t expected to live more than a year after her diagnosis. Four years later, she’s using her art — and her sense of humor — to spread hope.

A surprisingly high number of cancer patients use opioids for months after curative-intent surgery, new research finds. What cancer care teams should know.

A new study finds that women who pursue aggressive cancer treatments, like double mastectomy, are eight times more likely to have substantial employment disruptions.

There is no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer, but there are ways to reduce your risk. Learn ways to help lower your chances of getting breast cancer.

Read the findings from a new study examining overtreatment of breast cancer, specifically why many women receive radiation therapy they may not actually need.

Read the results of a Michigan Medicine brain imaging study revealing how acupressure fights fatigue in breast cancer survivors.