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Trying to Fool Cancer, Based On Growing Knowledge of Genetic Mutations

Posted on March 29, 2015 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

When it airs beginning tomorrow, March 30, the Ken Burns-produced documentary “Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies” will emphasize how much more we now know about the genetic basis for cancer. This year, according to President Obama, cancer research and … Continue reading →

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New Clues to Breast Cancer Risk: 15 New Genetic Markers Identified

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

Fifteen new genetic “hot-spots” that boost a woman’s breast cancer risk have been identified by scientists. The discovery brings the tally of known single-letter variations in the genetic code linked to the disease to 90, as reported in the Herald … Continue reading →

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Study: Women with Certain Gene Mutations Advised to Remove Ovaries by Age 35

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

For women who carry a notorious cancer gene, surgery to remove healthy ovaries is one of the most protective steps they can take. New research suggests some may benefit most from having the operation as young as 35. A new … Continue reading →

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Weighing Surgical Options in Light of BRCA Breast Cancer Gene Mutation

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

This report in the New York Times points out the tension and medical uncertainty of just how much is necessary when deciding among surgical options after testing positive for the BRCA gene mutation [the Angelina diagnosis]: When Tracy Dunbrook, a … Continue reading →

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New Studies: Breast and Other Cancers Share Gene Patterns

Posted on July 28, 2013 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

Scientists have discovered that the most dangerous cancer of the uterine lining closely resembles the worst ovarian and breast cancers, providing the most telling evidence yet that cancer will increasingly be seen as a disease defined primarily by its genetic … Continue reading →

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Angelina Jolie’s Aunt Dies of Breast Cancer, BRCA Genetic Risk Again Highlighted

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

Unfortunately your browser does not support IFrames. Less than two weeks after Angelina Jolie publicly described her decision to have a double mastectomy to avoid breast cancer, her aunt, Debbie Martin, died of the disease in Escondido, California, as reported … Continue reading →

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A Breast Cancer Teaching Moment: Dr. Jay Harness On the Decision of Angelina Jolie

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

In this video, breast cancer expert Dr. Jay Harness offers a medical tutorial on the decision of actress and director Angelina Jolie in directly facing the risk of breast cancer, including a discussion of genetic testing, insurance coverage and medical … Continue reading →

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Angelina Jolie In Her Own Words: My Medical Choice About Breast Cancer

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

In a thoughtful and heartfelt column published in the New York Times this week, actress and director Angelina Jolie speaks directly about her recent life decision about her “breast cancer reality.” We offer Ms. Jolie’s column, reprinted in full: “MY … Continue reading →

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