Cancerwise

You might think that finding a lump is the most common way to learn you have breast cancer. But more than half of all breast cancers in the U.S. are actually detected through mammograms now.

“About 60% are diagnosed through annual screening mammograms,” says breast medical oncologist Oluchi Oke, M.D. “I attribute that to a greater awareness of how important early detection is.”

Here’s how nine of our patients here at UT...

Have you ever suggested to a boyfriend, husband, brother, son or father that they go see a doctor, only to be met with resistance? If so, you’re not alone.

Research shows that men tend to be more reluctant to consult a doctor than women — even when they really ought to.

Urologic oncologist Lisly Chéry, M.D., and general oncologist Amy Hassan, M.D., explored why and discussed ways to get the men in your life to go see a doctor...