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What Are Risk Factors for Breast Cancer? (Interview)

KTVZ television interviewed Dr. Higgins during Breast Cancer Awareness Month concerning risk factors for breast cancer. Click on the video to view that interview. An overview follows on this page. What Are Risk Factors for Breast Cancer? When I think of risk factors, I think of them as the non-modifiable risk factors and modifiable risk […]

Why You’re Gaining Weight and Losing Energy: The Hidden Role of Hormone Disruptors

Are you finding it more difficult to muster up enough energy to get up and get going? Are you carrying more weight than you should, or have you noticed some physical issues in your sex life? These changes might not just be due to aging—they could be tied to hormone disruptors, especially those affecting testosterone […]

AI Effects On Healthcare

Artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining plenty of attention from pretty well every industry, and healthcare is no exception. While some of the scenarios predicted seem quite scary, others predict developments in healthcare can speed up breakthroughs in medicine. Here are some of the key areas where AI could potentially transform healthcare: Disease Diagnosis: Machine learning […]

Developments in Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women worldwide and has become a major public health concern. Early detection and appropriate treatment are crucial for improving the prognosis of breast cancer patients. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in the field of breast cancer treatment, leading to improved outcomes […]

Male Breast Cancer: Is It Possible?

Can men get breast cancer? Or is breast cancer a disease that afflicts women only? Here’s what we know: According to statistics gathered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in every 100 breast cancers diagnosed in the United States occurs in a man.  Not only can men get breast cancer, […]

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