Breast Cancer

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Dear Mayo Clinic: Who needs molecular breast imaging?

Dr. Kristin Robinson explains why women with dense breasts may need enhanced imaging in addition to a mammogram.

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Reduce your risk of the 4 most common cancers

Skin, breast, prostate and lung are the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the U.S. Learn how to reduce your risk.

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Determining if you have dense breasts

Dr. Christine Klassen explains what it means to have dense breasts and why they can make breast cancer screening more difficult.

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Mayo Clinic researchers identify women with twice the risk of cancer in both breasts

The findings will help health care professionals personalize approaches to breast cancer screening and risk factors.

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Short journey for quicker breast cancer care

Endometrial cancer survivor Gail Raddatz finds treatment close to home for a second cancer in her breast.

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Immune checkpoint inhibitors: Immunotherapy for people with triple-negative breast cancer

If you've been diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer, immunotherapy may be a treatment option. Medical oncologists Dr. Pooja Advani and Dr. Matt Goetz explain.

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Mayo Clinic receives National Cancer Institute grant for breast cancer research

Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center has been awarded a five-year, $12.1 million Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) grant in breast cancer from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

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4 things you can do to improve your quality of life after breast cancer

Dr. Daniela Stan explains how survivors of breast cancer can ease treatment side effects and prioritize wellness.

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Breast cancer radiotherapy and treatment innovations

Dr. Robert Mutter discusses Mayo Clinic's research and development of new therapies to minimize side effects from radiation and reduce relapse risks.

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Preparing for your breast biopsy

General surgeon Dr. Kendra Kamlitz explains what to expect during and after a breast biopsy procedure.