This program describes the ways in which new technology can help better protect the heart during radiation therapy for breast cancer and explores the stepwise progress towards shorter courses of treatment for breast cancer patients. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36502]

Breast Cancer (Audio)

Close to the Heart: Modern Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer Treatment

Discover the latest innovations in comprehensive breast health care from experts at UC San Diego Health and Moores Cancer Center. Anne Wallace, MD, Rebecca Shatsky, MD, and Mohammad Eghtedari, MD, PhD discuss the team approach to breast cancer detection, treatment and prevention utilizing breast imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology. Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36458]

Transforming Comprehensive Breast Health: Health Talks

Hannah Lui Park is in the Department of Epidemiology at UC Irvine. She presents her bold idea at the Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer -- Multi-generational epigenetics studies are needed to understand how we can prevent breast cancer not only in ourselves but also in future generations by modifying our lifestyle factors and environmental exposures. Series: "Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34872]

In Utero and Pre-Conception Determinants of Breast Cancer Risk - Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer

Andrea Hindman is a postdoctoral fellow at Silent Spring Institute and Northeastern University. She presents her bold idea at the Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer -- Make knowledge linking breast cancer risk and chemical exposures accessible and measurable, using the rodent mammary gland, to prioritize prevention in safety testing. Series: "Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34871]

Keeping Abreast of Prevention in Chemical Safety Testing - Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer

Michele Atlan has been a breast cancer survivor since 2013 and serves as the vice-president of the Breast Cancer Care & Research Fund (BCCRF) in Los Angeles. She presents her bold idea at the Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer -- Imagine being able to repurpose an inexpensive and abundant natural ingredient to prevent breast cancer, while also enhancing skin health. Series: "Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 34864]

Spice it Up: A New Way to Use Curcumin - Global Challenge to Prevent Breast Cancer

"I use art to start conversations about something that is serious and complex." Shaney jo Darden, Founder and Global Creative Chief of The Keep A Breast Foundation, shares her journey in the world of art and activism. As someone who has carved out a career path focused on community and compassion, she stresses the importance discovering your unique talents and finding a place for them in your everyday work. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Humanities] [Business] [Show ID: 34575]

Shaney jo Darden - No. HerPower: Education Vision Empowerment

Get the latest updates on breast cancer prevention, treatment options, and research from the University of California.