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How important is a monthly self-exam in detecting breast cancer?
October is national Breast Health Awareness Month, which makes this question very timely. To answer it, we turned to Yale Cancer Center breast surgeon Anees Chagpar, M.D., director of the Breast Center at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven. She … Continue reading
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Do I need to worry about sun exposure in the winter?
The calendar may say it’s winter, but that doesn’t mean you can let your guard down and forget about protecting yourself from the sun. The sun’s ultraviolet rays are the leading cause of skin cancer. Winter months can be dangerous, … Continue reading
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About “Ask Yale Cancer Center and Yale Medicine”
Welcome. This blog is your opportunity to ask questions of the physicians of Yale Cancer Center and Yale School of Medicine. While it is no substitute for a professional diagnosis, and people must always consult with their personal physicians to … Continue reading
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