A large study by the National Cancer Institute-funded Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium found that women who receive a false-positive result on a mammogram may be less likely to return for future screenings. Researcher Diana Miglioretti, Ph.D., of the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and a leader of the BCSC, said that’s cause for concern, as mammography screening is “the most important strategy for reducing death from breast cancer.”

Chances are you’ve been hearing the buzz about artificial intelligence (AI) and machines taking over the world. Ok, that’s a bit extreme. But it seems that AI is everywhere these days, in things like wacky AI-generated photos and fake voices reading your online news. In reality, AI has been around for much longer than you may think, and its applications are far more vast and potentially useful than many understand.

As we approach World Mental Health Day, recognized on October 10, it's crucial to recognize the emotional challenges faced by cancer survivors and caregivers. One powerful tool that has emerged to address these challenges is peer mentoring. This blog post explores the benefits of peer mentoring and how it can provide much-needed emotional support during the cancer journey.

Dealing with cancer isn’t just about managing the physical and emotional challenges. For many survivors and their families, there’s another overwhelming concern—financial toxicity. This term describes the financial problems that come with medical expenses during cancer treatment. It’s a reality that can impact nearly half of those diagnosed, sometimes even leading them to skip recommended treatments because of the high costs involved.

The 6th annual Paint Nevada Pink kicks off October 1 in Reno and features breast cancer awareness and screening events all month long. The campaign is an effort by Nevada Cancer Coalition and its many partners to unify behind a consistent message for breast cancer early detection:

Emily Ames is a medical student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. During her summer vacation, she decided to launch a sunscreen drive to gather the essential sun safety tool for those who might be in need.

In September, she delivered more than 60 tubes and bottles of sunscreen to Nevada Cancer Coalition’s Sun Smart Nevada program.