If a simple test could tell you, at age 18, whether you were at high risk of developing breast cancer at some point during your lifetime, would you take the test?

You glance at the clock: 2:18 a.m. You turned in after the 11 p.m. news, but you’re still awake. You vowed to simply relax – close your eyes – let your worries go – fall asleep.Didn’t work, did it?We’ve all had nights like this. Cancer is the original...

Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and after hearing about the various choices I have for reconstruction, I’ve decided to have an implant. Now I have to make the decision whether to have the implant done right away, or wait till later. Help, I’m stuck!A....

You’re having a mastectomy, and you’ve decided on reconstruction – but what kind? This information on implant vs. body tissue reconstruction should help you make up your mind. Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and I don’t really want to just leave it at...

Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and although I’ve heard about reconstruction and implants, I just feel they’re not for me. I think I’d like to wear something external. What are my options?A. First of all, congratulations on making your decision. It’s a...

Having radiation? It can can produce side effects ranging from fatigue to a new "tan" – not that radiation's a day at the beach! Here's a look at some of the side effects, both short- and long-term, you may experience.Q.  I’m partway through radiation,...