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Angelina Jolie’s Op-Ed in the New York Times revealed that not only did she have a double mastectomy, but that she had a nipple-sparing procedure as well. Dr. Harness discusses the process of a Nipple-Sparing mastectomy and also provides photos women pre- and post-op mastectomy surgery. Learn more in the video. Jay K. Harness, MD: [...]
After finding out that she is BRCA1 positive, Angelina Jolie made the decision to undergo a preventative double mastectomy. Dr. Harness explains how a prophylactic mastectomy reduces a woman’s risk for breast cancer and who should be tested for the BRCA genes. Dr. Harness discusses breast reconstruction, insurance coverage for preventative mastectomies and reconstruction and [...]
During our weekly Google+ Hangouts, Dr. Harness discusses breaking news in the breast cancer world. In this week’s show he discusses a recent study was published that showed breast cancer rates rising in young women. He explains some of the reasons we are seeing higher level of breast cancer among younger women and practical tips [...]
This week, Dr. Harness will interview author and psychologist, Dr. Dan Shapiro about his new book titled, “And in Health: A Guide for Couples Facing Cancer Together.” Date & Time Friday, May 17, 2013 11 a.m. PST/2 p.m. EST RSVP at: https://plus.google.com/events/cp3buaiaf9vbl0f036blpcr50ls We believe that educating as many people as possible can save lives. To [...]
The San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium is the largest breast cancer conferences in the world, with an international audience of breast cancer physicians and researchers from more than 100 countries. If there is breaking news in breast cancer, this is where you will hear about it first. BreastCancerAnswers’ Medical Director, Dr. Jay K. Harness, will [...]
Is someone in your life battling breast cancer? Help make their journey easier by being the best caregiver you can be. In this Sunday’s G+ Hangout, we’ll be speaking with experienced caregivers who want to share their wisdom with you. If you wish to ask a question, you can fill out the form to the [...]
On October 14th, 2012, three remarkable breast cancer survivors shared their tips and wisdom in a live Google+ Hangout. Watch the video to get inspiration & hope from women who have survived! Topics include dealing with stress, self-esteem, emotional and sexual withdrawal, and mentoring, amongst many others. Share this event with your loved ones! We [...]
On October 7th, 2012 Dr. Jay Harness, the past president of the American Breast Cancer Society, and Dr. Victoria Maizes, Executive Director of the Arizona Center for Integrated Medicine at the University of Arizona, teamed up to talk about breast cancer risk factors and what you can do to decrease your risk. Topics include diet, [...]
Executive Producer of BreastCancerAnswers.com, Todd Hartley, is interviewed by Lisa Schneider-Cipriano on AZ-TV. In the interview, Todd shares the Breast Cancer Answers story and his inspiration for starting BreastCancerAnswers.com. Interview Summary: Todd Hartley discusses what BreastCancerAnswers.com is, explaining how patients and family members ask questions that leading breast cancer experts answer on video. Commonly [...]
In this video, Dr. Harness discusses the new T-DM1 “smart bomb” drug and explains how this breakthrough could affect treatment of breast cancer. Watch this video to learn more about the future of the T-DM1 drug and other breast cancer research. Jay K. Harness, MD: The American Society of Clinical Oncology is holding its annual [...]
