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Penn Receives $25 Million Gift to Create Basser Research Center for Inherited CancersThe Basser Research Center — BRC for BRCA — will support research on the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, harmful forms of which are linked to greatly increased risks of developing breast and ovarian cancer. The Center is named in honor of Mindy Gray’s sister, Faith Basser, who died of ovarian cancer at age 44. University of Pennsylvania, May 9, 2012 Mammogram guidance for women in their 40sA new analysis that may help women in their 40s interpret mammogram guidelines says those with a family history of breast cancer or extremely dense breast tissue should start getting regular screenings. The benefits of getting a mammogram every two years outweigh the risks for these particular women, according to the U.S. National Cancer Institute-funded study. HealthDay News, May 1, 2012, by Kathleen Doheny |
What Inspires Me? Five Chicago Health HeroesAssociate Board member Robin Rogers shares her experience at the Center's recent TED Talks-style event, Health Heroes: "On Tuesday, April 17, I was privileged enough to hear about five great ideas..."
BREAKING: Green tea and soy reverse symptoms of FDAn astonishing press release from FD Now: Researchers at Fordham University discover that components of green tea and soy reverse the impact of the genetic defect that causes Familial Dysautonomia.
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