by erlangerhealth | Sep 6, 2023 | Breast Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2023, an estimated 297,000 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. The good news? There are over 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the...
by Macy Fleenor R.T.(R)(M), ARRT, ARDMS - Erlanger Breast Center Team Leader | May 12, 2023 | Breast Health, Women's Health
Erlanger is thrilled to announce that all five Erlanger Center for Breast Health locations offer 3D mammography as the standard of care. Click HERE to find a location near you, or call 423-778-PINK to schedule your annual mammogram. Breast Cancer is one of the most...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 7, 2021 | Breast Health, Cancer Issues, Stay Well, Women's Health
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to schedule your mammogram – especially if you have delayed your regular screenings in recent years. “Studies have shown fewer women are getting their mammograms,” said Janet Kramer-Mai, Director of Oncology...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 27, 2020 | Breast Health, Cancer Issues, Stay Well
Receiving a diagnosis of cancer is often overwhelming. In addition to experiencing a myriad of emotions such as shock, anxiety, and fear, patients will deal with a host of logistical challenges. Common questions you may have as a patient include: “What do I do now?”...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 8, 2019 | Breast Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Maybe you’ve known someone who was diagnosed with breast cancer after finding a lump. But while a lump in the breast tissue is the most well-known of breast cancer changes, it’s not the only change. In fact, in many cases, lumps are too small or under enough breast...
by Cindy Nash, RN, IBCLC, Registered Lactation Consultant, Erlanger Health System | Aug 9, 2019 | Breast Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well, Women's Health
Establishing a good breastfeeding relationship is one of the most important things you will do for your newborn baby. Besides the many health benefits to both mom and baby, breastfeeding is the natural way to feed your baby and is certainly a rewarding experience for...
