<p>Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening.</p>

<p>What would the latest AI breakthrough mean for the human workforce engaged in the radiology and related medical works, remains unclear.</p>

<p>In 2020, over 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths were attributed to breast cancer, according to World Health Organization.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How the study was conducted?</strong></h2>

<p>The medical community has been repeatedly asserting since long that regular screening is crucial for early cancer detection.</p>

<p>The current study involved 80,000 mammograms from four sites in southwest Sweden between April 2021 and July last year.</p>

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<p>The AI-supported system predicted 20 per cent more cancers, reducing the workload for radiologists by 44 per cent, as only one person was needed to read the scans instead of two.</p>

<h2><strong>What next?</strong></h2>

<p>Despite the promising results, the study's lead author said that more time and research are needed before implementing AI in mammography screening. The trial will assess AI's impact on reducing interval cancers, detected between routine screenings, over the next two years.</p>

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<p>"The greatest potential of AI right now is that it could allow radiologists to be less burdened by the excessive amount of reading," Kristina Lang, a radiologist at Sweden's Lund University and lead author of the study.</p>

<p>It will take two more years before the trial can say whether using AI leads to a reduction in what are called interval cancers, which are detected between routine screenings, the researchers have cautioned.</p>

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Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening.

Artificial Intelligence could cut workload of radiologists in searching routine scans for breast cancer signs, a large study in Sweden suggested on Wednesday. The interim results were promising, but the authors cautioned that more research is needed before using AI for broader breast cancer screening. What would the latest AI breakthrough mean for the human workforce engaged in the radiology and related medical works, remains unclear. In 2020, over 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths were attributed to breast cancer, according to World Health Organization. How the study was conducted? The medical community has been repeatedly asserting since long that regular screening is crucial for early cancer detection. The current study involved 80,000 mammograms from four sites in southwest Sweden between April 2021 and July last year. Also read | Artificial intelligence could replace 80% of jobs 'in next few years' The AI-supported system predicted 20 per cent more cancers, reducing the workload for radiologists by 44 per cent, as only one person was needed to read the scans instead of two. What next? Despite the promising results, the study's lead author said that more time and research are needed before implementing AI in mammography screening. The trial will assess AI's impact on reducing interval cancers, detected between routine screenings, over the next two years. Also watch | How AI and Automation will impact jobs in the future × "The greatest potential of AI right now is that it could allow radiologists to be less burdened by the excessive amount of reading," Kristina Lang, a radiologist at Sweden's Lund University and lead author of the study. It will take two more years before the trial can say whether using AI leads to a reduction in what are called interval cancers, which are detected between routine screenings, the researchers have cautioned. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Eighteen-time Grand Slam winner Martina Navratilova is cleared of throat and breast cancer. On June 19, the legendary tennis player revealed the development herself on her official Twitter handle.&nbsp;Navratilova took to Twitter and wrote, “After a day full of tests at Sloan Kettering, I got the all clear! Thank you to all the doctors, nurses, proton and radiation magicians etc- what a relief."</p>

<h2><strong>'What a relief'</strong></h2>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">After a day full of tests at Sloan Kettering, I got the all clear! Thank you to all the doctors, nurses, proton and radiation magicians etc- what a relief:)<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/byebyecancer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#byebyecancer</a> :) and yes, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fuckcancer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fuckcancer</a> !!!</p>
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<p>Early this year, in January 2023, Navratilova revealed of being diagnosed with cancer. Courtesy of her representative, the 66-year-old released a statement&nbsp;dwelling&nbsp;on the&nbsp;seriousness of her illness and said, "This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favourable outcome. It’s going to stink for a while but I’ll fight with all have I got."</p>

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<p>Navratilova remains one of the greatest in the game. The yesteryear superstar ended her illustrious career with as many as 18 Grand Slam singles titles along with a total of 167 WTA titles, the most by a woman player in the Open Era. Navratilova was a force to reckon with on grass, having emerged on top in Wimbledon on nine instances (in 1978, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 and 1990). She conquered the US Open four times, won the Australian Open thrice and returned as the eventual champion twice in the French Open.</p>

<p>Navratilova is hailed for her fighting spirit on as well as off the court. Despite her constant health struggles,&nbsp;the veteran player was seen working as a TV broadcaster with Tennis Channel during the 2023 Miami Open in March. Being free from the cancer threat, she will now aim to continue her work in many spheres. She is involved with various charities aimed at benefitting animal rights, underprivileged children, and gay rights.</p>

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Eighteen-time Grand Slam winner Martina Navratilova is cleared of throat and breast cancer. On June 19, the legendary tennis player revealed the development herself on her official Twitter handle.

Eighteen-time Grand Slam winner Martina Navratilova is cleared of throat and breast cancer. On June 19, the legendary tennis player revealed the development herself on her official Twitter handle. Navratilova took to Twitter and wrote, “After a day full of tests at Sloan Kettering, I got the all clear! Thank you to all the doctors, nurses, proton and radiation magicians etc- what a relief." 'What a relief' After a day full of tests at Sloan Kettering, I got the all clear! Thank you to all the doctors, nurses, proton and radiation magicians etc- what a relief:)#byebyecancer :) and yes, #fuckcancer !!! — Martina Navratilova (@Martina) June 19, 2023 × Early this year, in January 2023, Navratilova revealed of being diagnosed with cancer. Courtesy of her representative, the 66-year-old released a statement dwelling on the seriousness of her illness and said, "This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favourable outcome. It’s going to stink for a while but I’ll fight with all have I got." Also Read: Golf: Former major champion Tom Watson questions LIV-PGA merger in a letter to Jay Monahan Navratilova remains one of the greatest in the game. The yesteryear superstar ended her illustrious career with as many as 18 Grand Slam singles titles along with a total of 167 WTA titles, the most by a woman player in the Open Era. Navratilova was a force to reckon with on grass, having emerged on top in Wimbledon on nine instances (in 1978, 1979, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 and 1990). She conquered the US Open four times, won the Australian Open thrice and returned as the eventual champion twice in the French Open. Navratilova is hailed for her fighting spirit on as well as off the court. Despite her constant health struggles, the veteran player was seen working as a TV broadcaster with Tennis Channel during the 2023 Miami Open in March. Being free from the cancer threat, she will now aim to continue her work in many spheres. She is involved with various charities aimed at benefitting animal rights, underprivileged children, and gay rights. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>A research found that the majority of women with early-stage breast cancer could expect to become "long-term survivors".&nbsp;The large-scale research discovered that for certain women, the chance of dying within five years is as low as 0.2 per cent.</p>

<p>Since the 1990s, doctors observed that there has been a significant increase in the percentage of women who survive this disease, as reported by the Guardian.</p>

<p>The study's sponsor, Cancer Research UK, hailed the results as "heartwarming" and comforting for breast cancer patients.</p>

<p>Researchers followed the survival rates of 500,000 English women who were diagnosed with breast cancer between 1993 and 2015 under the direction of the University of Oxford academics.</p>

<p>The authors primarily examined instances of breast cancer that had not spread beyond the breast.</p>

<p>Five years after diagnosis, when the chance of dying from breast cancer was discovered to be highest, they monitored the patients to determine their risk of mortality.</p>

<p>In contrast to women diagnosed in the 1990s, those diagnosed between 2010 and 2015 had a 66 per cent&nbsp;lower chance of passing away from the condition within five years.</p>

<p>When a woman was diagnosed between 1993 and 1999, her probability of dying&nbsp;within five years of diagnosis was 14.4 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Carolyn Taylor, professor of oncology at Oxford Population&nbsp;Health&nbsp;and lead author of the paper who spoke to the Guardian said,&nbsp;“Our study is good news for the overwhelming majority of women diagnosed with early breast cancer today because their prognosis has improved so much."</p>

<p>“Their risk of dying from their breast cancer in the first five years after diagnosis is now five&nbsp;per cent.&nbsp;It can also be used to estimate risk for individual women in the clinic. Our study shows that prognosis after a diagnosis of early breast cancer varies widely, but patients and clinicians can use these results to predict accurate prognosis moving forward," he said.</p>

<p>“In the future, further research may be able to reduce the breast cancer death rates for women diagnosed with early breast cancer even more,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Factors responsible for increase in survival rates</strong></h2>

<p>New treatments, enhanced radiation, improved breast screening, and research that has found diverse breast cancer features are some probable factors that might contribute to the increase in survival rates, according to specialists.</p>

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<p>As per&nbsp;scientists at Cancer Research UK, this was the first research of this magnitude with a long follow-up to chart the features of the patients and their cancer in addition to tracking which women died from their condition.</p>

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A research found that the majority of women with early-stage breast cancer could expect to become "long-term survivors". The large-scale research discovered that for certain women, the chance of dying within five years is as low as 0.

A research found that the majority of women with early-stage breast cancer could expect to become "long-term survivors". The large-scale research discovered that for certain women, the chance of dying within five years is as low as 0.2 per cent. Since the 1990s, doctors observed that there has been a significant increase in the percentage of women who survive this disease, as reported by the Guardian. The study's sponsor, Cancer Research UK, hailed the results as "heartwarming" and comforting for breast cancer patients. Researchers followed the survival rates of 500,000 English women who were diagnosed with breast cancer between 1993 and 2015 under the direction of the University of Oxford academics. The authors primarily examined instances of breast cancer that had not spread beyond the breast. Five years after diagnosis, when the chance of dying from breast cancer was discovered to be highest, they monitored the patients to determine their risk of mortality. In contrast to women diagnosed in the 1990s, those diagnosed between 2010 and 2015 had a 66 per cent lower chance of passing away from the condition within five years. When a woman was diagnosed between 1993 and 1999, her probability of dying within five years of diagnosis was 14.4 per cent. Dr Carolyn Taylor, professor of oncology at Oxford Population Health and lead author of the paper who spoke to the Guardian said, “Our study is good news for the overwhelming majority of women diagnosed with early breast cancer today because their prognosis has improved so much." “Their risk of dying from their breast cancer in the first five years after diagnosis is now five per cent. It can also be used to estimate risk for individual women in the clinic. Our study shows that prognosis after a diagnosis of early breast cancer varies widely, but patients and clinicians can use these results to predict accurate prognosis moving forward," he said. “In the future, further research may be able to reduce the breast cancer death rates for women diagnosed with early breast cancer even more,” he added. Also read | Insomnia increases risk of stroke in people under 50, says study Factors responsible for increase in survival rates New treatments, enhanced radiation, improved breast screening, and research that has found diverse breast cancer features are some probable factors that might contribute to the increase in survival rates, according to specialists. Also watch | Gravitas | Study: Yoga cuts the risk of Cancer spreading in the body As per scientists at Cancer Research UK, this was the first research of this magnitude with a long follow-up to chart the features of the patients and their cancer in addition to tracking which women died from their condition. The organisation said it meant physicians could use it to accurately predict women's prognoses. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>New research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting indicates that a groundbreaking drug called ribociclib could slash the risk of recurrence of a most common type of breast cancer by 25 per cent and become a game-changer in the fight against the disease, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It could offer significant benefits to thousands of women affected by it. Over 2 million people worldwide each year suffer from this disease, making it the most prevalent form of cancer globally.</p>

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<p>While treatment advancements have been made, many patients experience a recurrence of the cancer, often at a more advanced stage.</p>

<h2><strong>Ribociclib, a targeted therapy drug</strong></h2>

<p>The recent study presented at ASCO suggests that ribociclib, a targeted therapy drug, has the potential to be a game-changer. Ribociclib functions by targeting specific proteins, CDK4 and CDK6, in breast cancer cells, regulating cell growth, including the growth of cancer cells.</p>

<h2><strong>Reduce the risk of cancer recurrence&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The study's findings have generated excitement among researchers and oncologists at the conference, as they suggest that ribociclib, also known as Kisqali, could significantly reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and change the standard practice globally.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a late-stage trial, the drug demonstrated a 25% reduction in the risk of recurrence when used alongside standard hormone therapy, compared to hormone therapy alone, after conventional treatments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ribociclib has already received regulatory approval for treating breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, its potential use in earlier-stage disease, when tumors can still be surgically removed, represents a major breakthrough due to the large number of patients it could benefit.</p>

<p>Typically, breast cancer patients undergo surgery and receive chemotherapy or radiation treatment before starting hormone-blocking drugs to prevent the disease from recurring.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The addition of ribociclib to hormone therapy resulted in a "significant improvement" in disease-free survival for patients with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early-stage breast cancer, which is the most common subtype of the disease, accounting for nearly 70% of cases in the US.</p>

<h2><strong>Tolerable treatment option</strong></h2>

<p>Dr. Dennis Slamon, the lead author of the study, emphasized the unmet need for effective treatment options in reducing the risk of recurrence for patients with this type of breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Currently, approved targeted treatments can only be used in a small population of patients diagnosed with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer, leaving many without an effective treatment option for reducing risk of the cancer returning."</p>

<p>“Thus, there is a significant unmet need for both reducing the risk of recurrence and providing a tolerable treatment option that keeps patients cancer-free without disrupting their daily life,” Dr. Slamon added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The study involved 5,101 patients who received either ribociclib in combination with five years of hormonal therapy or hormonal therapy alone for three years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The results of this study provide hope for improving outcomes and reducing the risk of recurrence for a larger group of breast cancer patients, addressing a significant issue in the field.</p>

<p>“Patients diagnosed with HR+/HER2- early breast cancer remain at risk of cancer recurrence, given that one-third of patients diagnosed with stage II and more than half of those diagnosed with stage III will unfortunately experience a return of their cancer,” said Shreeram Aradhye, MD, President, Global Drug Development and Chief Medical Officer, Novartis.</p>

<p>“The compelling data from NATALEE highlight the potential of Kisqali to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence in this at-risk population, including node-negative patients, while maintaining a favorable safety profile. These potentially practice-changing results reinforce the unique and well-established profile of Kisqali as a proven treatment in HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer.”</p>

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New research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting indicates that a groundbreaking drug called ribociclib could slash the risk of recurrence of a most common type of breast cancer by 25 per cent and become a game-changer in the fight against the disease, media reports said.

New research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting indicates that a groundbreaking drug called ribociclib could slash the risk of recurrence of a most common type of breast cancer by 25 per cent and become a game-changer in the fight against the disease, media reports said. It could offer significant benefits to thousands of women affected by it. Over 2 million people worldwide each year suffer from this disease, making it the most prevalent form of cancer globally. Also Read | India's electric two-wheeler retail sales hit record high in May 2023 While treatment advancements have been made, many patients experience a recurrence of the cancer, often at a more advanced stage. Ribociclib, a targeted therapy drug The recent study presented at ASCO suggests that ribociclib, a targeted therapy drug, has the potential to be a game-changer. Ribociclib functions by targeting specific proteins, CDK4 and CDK6, in breast cancer cells, regulating cell growth, including the growth of cancer cells. Reduce the risk of cancer recurrence The study's findings have generated excitement among researchers and oncologists at the conference, as they suggest that ribociclib, also known as Kisqali, could significantly reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and change the standard practice globally. Also Read | Elon Musk's tweet on #WhatIsAWoman fans Twitter buzz. Here's all you need to know In a late-stage trial, the drug demonstrated a 25% reduction in the risk of recurrence when used alongside standard hormone therapy, compared to hormone therapy alone, after conventional treatments. Ribociclib has already received regulatory approval for treating breast cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, its potential use in earlier-stage disease, when tumors can still be surgically removed, represents a major breakthrough due to the large number of patients it could benefit. Typically, breast cancer patients undergo surgery and receive chemotherapy or radiation treatment before starting hormone-blocking drugs to prevent the disease from recurring. The addition of ribociclib to hormone therapy resulted in a "significant improvement" in disease-free survival for patients with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early-stage breast cancer, which is the most common subtype of the disease, accounting for nearly 70% of cases in the US. Tolerable treatment option Dr. Dennis Slamon, the lead author of the study, emphasized the unmet need for effective treatment options in reducing the risk of recurrence for patients with this type of breast cancer. Watch | Pakistan to begin barter trade with Afghanistan, Iran and Russia × “Currently, approved targeted treatments can only be used in a small population of patients diagnosed with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer, leaving many without an effective treatment option for reducing risk of the cancer returning." “Thus, there is a significant unmet need for both reducing the risk of recurrence and providing a tolerable treatment option that keeps patients cancer-free without disrupting their daily life,” Dr. Slamon added. The study involved 5,101 patients who received either ribociclib in combination with five years of hormonal therapy or hormonal therapy alone for three years. The results of this study provide hope for improving outcomes and reducing the risk of recurrence for a larger group of breast cancer patients, addressing a significant issue in the field. “Patients diagnosed with HR+/HER2- early breast cancer remain at risk of cancer recurrence, given that one-third of patients diagnosed with stage II and more than half of those diagnosed with stage III will unfortunately experience a return of their cancer,” said Shreeram Aradhye, MD, President, Global Drug Development and Chief Medical Officer, Novartis. “The compelling data from NATALEE highlight the potential of Kisqali to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence in this at-risk population, including node-negative patients, while maintaining a favorable safety profile. These potentially practice-changing results reinforce the unique and well-established profile of Kisqali as a proven treatment in HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been in the news in recent months with many questioning whether it will replace humans in the workforce in the future. Many people globally have started using AI for tasks such as writing emails, article summaries, cover letters, etc. AI is also being used in the field of medicine to search medical data and uncover insights to help improve health outcomes and patient experiences.</p>

<p>Cancer- a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body- continues to plague countries. And among all types of cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer&nbsp;occurring in women globally. Several factors including genetics, lifestyle, and the environment have contributed to the rise in the prevalence of breast cancer among women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Proper screening for early diagnosis and treatment is an essential factor when combating the disease.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a report published in the PubMed Central (PMC) journal in October last year, faster and more accurate results are some of the benefits of AI methods in breast cancer screening.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Use of AI in breast cancer screening</strong></h2>

<p>Breast cancer is more effective to treat if diagnosed early and the effectiveness of treatment in the later stages is poor. The report in the PMC titled- "Artificial Intelligence in Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis" says that the incorporation of AI into screening methods is a relatively new and emerging field that&nbsp;shows a lot of promise in the early detection of breast cancer, thus resulting in a better prognosis of the condition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Human intelligence has always triumphed over every other form of intelligence on this planet. The defining feature of human intelligence is the ability to use previous knowledge, adapt to new conditions, and identify meaning in patterns. The success of AI lies in the capacity to reproduce the same abilities," it adds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Incorporating AI into the screening methods such as the examination of biopsy slides enhances the treatment success rate. Machine learning and deep learning are some of the important aspects of AI which are required in breast cancer imaging.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Machine learning is used to store a large dataset, which is later used to train prediction models and interpret generalisations. On the other hand, deep learning- the newest branch of machine learning- works by establishing a system of artificial neural networks that can classify and recognise images, as per the report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Regarding breast cancer treatment, the use of AI for early detection by making use of data obtained by radiomics and biopsy slides is done. This is backed by a global effort to manufacture learning algorithms for understanding mammograms by reducing the number of false positives as an outcome.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"AI has increased the odds of identifying metastatic breast cancer in whole slide images of lymph node biopsy. Because people's risk factors and predispositions differ, AI algorithms operate differently in different populations," the report further says.</p>

<h2><strong>Challenges of AI in breast cancer treatment</strong></h2>

<p>AI seems a very helpful tool when it comes to treating cancer. It has shown impressive outcomes and there is a possibility that it can change every method of treatment which is used presently. However, there are some challenges.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report, published in the PMC journal in October last year, says that a concerning question is where can one draw the line between AI and human intelligence. "AI is based on data collected from populations. Therefore, a disparity is sure to rise when it comes to the development of data from people belonging to different socio-economic conditions," it adds and points out that cancer is one particular disease that has indices that vary across different races.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Studies relating to the efficiency of AI have certain set outcomes that can be used to assess their standards and credibility. And for AI machines to be accepted, people must be able to independently replicate and produce the machine like any other scientific finding. This implies a common code must be available to all, and it is only possible if data is shared with everyone equally.&nbsp;</p>

<p>AI models used for managing cancer are centred on image data, and the report says the problem with this aspect is the underutilisation of patient histories saved as electronic health records in hospitals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Easy-to-access databases and user-friendly software must be incorporated into the software systems of hospitals worldwide, which is a difficult task at the moment."</p>

<p>One of the biggest challenges is building trust among doctors to make their decisions with the help of AI, and adequate training must be provided to doctors on how to use this technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another challenge is that there are a lot of ethical risks to consider while using AI methods which include data confidentiality, privacy violation, the autonomy of patients, and consent. But the report said that many measures are taken to prevent any violation of confidentiality and legislation to keep a check on malpractices.&nbsp;</p>

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been in the news in recent months with many questioning whether it will replace humans in the workforce in the future. Many people globally have started using AI for tasks such as writing emails, article summaries, cover letters, etc.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been in the news in recent months with many questioning whether it will replace humans in the workforce in the future. Many people globally have started using AI for tasks such as writing emails, article summaries, cover letters, etc. AI is also being used in the field of medicine to search medical data and uncover insights to help improve health outcomes and patient experiences. Cancer- a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body- continues to plague countries. And among all types of cancer, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer occurring in women globally. Several factors including genetics, lifestyle, and the environment have contributed to the rise in the prevalence of breast cancer among women. Proper screening for early diagnosis and treatment is an essential factor when combating the disease. According to a report published in the PubMed Central (PMC) journal in October last year, faster and more accurate results are some of the benefits of AI methods in breast cancer screening. Use of AI in breast cancer screening Breast cancer is more effective to treat if diagnosed early and the effectiveness of treatment in the later stages is poor. The report in the PMC titled- "Artificial Intelligence in Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis" says that the incorporation of AI into screening methods is a relatively new and emerging field that shows a lot of promise in the early detection of breast cancer, thus resulting in a better prognosis of the condition. "Human intelligence has always triumphed over every other form of intelligence on this planet. The defining feature of human intelligence is the ability to use previous knowledge, adapt to new conditions, and identify meaning in patterns. The success of AI lies in the capacity to reproduce the same abilities," it adds. Incorporating AI into the screening methods such as the examination of biopsy slides enhances the treatment success rate. Machine learning and deep learning are some of the important aspects of AI which are required in breast cancer imaging. Machine learning is used to store a large dataset, which is later used to train prediction models and interpret generalisations. On the other hand, deep learning- the newest branch of machine learning- works by establishing a system of artificial neural networks that can classify and recognise images, as per the report. Regarding breast cancer treatment, the use of AI for early detection by making use of data obtained by radiomics and biopsy slides is done. This is backed by a global effort to manufacture learning algorithms for understanding mammograms by reducing the number of false positives as an outcome. "AI has increased the odds of identifying metastatic breast cancer in whole slide images of lymph node biopsy. Because people's risk factors and predispositions differ, AI algorithms operate differently in different populations," the report further says. Challenges of AI in breast cancer treatment AI seems a very helpful tool when it comes to treating cancer. It has shown impressive outcomes and there is a possibility that it can change every method of treatment which is used presently. However, there are some challenges. The report, published in the PMC journal in October last year, says that a concerning question is where can one draw the line between AI and human intelligence. "AI is based on data collected from populations. Therefore, a disparity is sure to rise when it comes to the development of data from people belonging to different socio-economic conditions," it adds and points out that cancer is one particular disease that has indices that vary across different races. Studies relating to the efficiency of AI have certain set outcomes that can be used to assess their standards and credibility. And for AI machines to be accepted, people must be able to independently replicate and produce the machine like any other scientific finding. This implies a common code must be available to all, and it is only possible if data is shared with everyone equally. AI models used for managing cancer are centred on image data, and the report says the problem with this aspect is the underutilisation of patient histories saved as electronic health records in hospitals. "Easy-to-access databases and user-friendly software must be incorporated into the software systems of hospitals worldwide, which is a difficult task at the moment." One of the biggest challenges is building trust among doctors to make their decisions with the help of AI, and adequate training must be provided to doctors on how to use this technology. Another challenge is that there are a lot of ethical risks to consider while using AI methods which include data confidentiality, privacy violation, the autonomy of patients, and consent. But the report said that many measures are taken to prevent any violation of confidentiality and legislation to keep a check on malpractices. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives to avoid unwanted pregnancies. However, a bombshell study released by researchers at the University of Oxford has now laid bare the risks involved. The study has reportedly established the link between the usage of progestogen and the increased risk of breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Most contraceptive pills contain oestrogen and progestogen, which are now blamed for increasing the risk of breast cancer by 20-30 per cent among users. The risk was particularly higher among older women than those in their teens and 20s.</p>

<p>The study is published in PLOS Medicine based on data from 9,498 women who developed breast cancer in the age group between 20s and 40s. After five years of usage of oral contraceptives, almost 8 in every 100,000 women were found to have developed breast cancer in the age group 16 to 20. On the other hand, 265 in every 100,000 women from the age group 35 to 39 were found to have developed breast cancer.</p>

<p>However, researchers are of the view that the drawbacks of using oral contraceptives must be rationally weighed against the proven benefits. Claire Knight of Cancer Research UK made it clear that the findings of the new study must not discourage women from using oral contraceptives as they were one of the most effective ways to avoid pregnancy.</p>

<p>Claire said, “There are lots of possible benefits to using contraception, as well as other risks not related to cancer. That’s why deciding to take them is a personal choice and should be done after speaking to your doctor so you can make a decision that is right for you.”</p>

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<p>A combined pill contains two hormones: oestrogen and progestogen. The hormones are highly effective at stopping ovaries from releasing eggs. On the other hand, the progestogen-only pill thickens the cervical mucus, which prevents the sperm from entering the womb. Both types of pills are 99.7 per cent effective against pregnancy.</p>

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More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives to avoid unwanted pregnancies. However, a bombshell study released by researchers at the University of Oxford has now laid bare the risks involved.

More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives to avoid unwanted pregnancies. However, a bombshell study released by researchers at the University of Oxford has now laid bare the risks involved. The study has reportedly established the link between the usage of progestogen and the increased risk of breast cancer. WATCH | Gravitas: Male contraceptive pill gets closer to reality × Most contraceptive pills contain oestrogen and progestogen, which are now blamed for increasing the risk of breast cancer by 20-30 per cent among users. The risk was particularly higher among older women than those in their teens and 20s. The study is published in PLOS Medicine based on data from 9,498 women who developed breast cancer in the age group between 20s and 40s. After five years of usage of oral contraceptives, almost 8 in every 100,000 women were found to have developed breast cancer in the age group 16 to 20. On the other hand, 265 in every 100,000 women from the age group 35 to 39 were found to have developed breast cancer. However, researchers are of the view that the drawbacks of using oral contraceptives must be rationally weighed against the proven benefits. Claire Knight of Cancer Research UK made it clear that the findings of the new study must not discourage women from using oral contraceptives as they were one of the most effective ways to avoid pregnancy. Claire said, “There are lots of possible benefits to using contraception, as well as other risks not related to cancer. That’s why deciding to take them is a personal choice and should be done after speaking to your doctor so you can make a decision that is right for you.” Also Read | Researchers develop 'male pill', an oral contraceptive that successfully stops sperm in its track A combined pill contains two hormones: oestrogen and progestogen. The hormones are highly effective at stopping ovaries from releasing eggs. On the other hand, the progestogen-only pill thickens the cervical mucus, which prevents the sperm from entering the womb. Both types of pills are 99.7 per cent effective against pregnancy. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Using oral contraceptives leads to higher risk of breast cancer among older women, reveals study

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<p>Breast cancer cases are being reported globally more than ever and it is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Breast cancer occurs mostly in women and rarely in men, however, the awareness in males is less.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Breast cancer symptoms include a lump in the breast, bloody discharge from the nipple and changes in the shape or texture of the nipple or breast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cases also occur in males, a report mentioned that about one out of every 100 breast cancers diagnosed in the United States is found in a man.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Though it is rare in men, but it may become critical if not taken properly in the absence of awareness and timely preventive measures. Male breast cancer forms in the breast tissue of men.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Dr Rajeev Agarwal</strong>, the senior director of breast surgery, breast cancer, cancer institute at the Medanta Hospital in Gurugram gave valuable inputs on this serious issue. Dr Agarwal weighed in on the symptoms of breast cancer in males and how it is different from females.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Question:&nbsp;</strong>How does breast cancer present in males?</p>

<p><strong>Dr Rajeev Agarwal:</strong>&nbsp;Male breast cancer is a rare type of cancer that develops in men's breast tissue. Although it can happen at any age, older men are more likely to suffer from the same. The cells in almost any part of the body have the potential to develop into cancer and spread to other parts of the body. The breast cells start to proliferate uncontrollably with the onset of breast cancer. These cells typically develop into tumours, which are frequently felt like lumps and are visible on x-rays. However, the early detection of breast cancer in men increases the likelihood of successful treatment and prevents mortality.</p>

<p><strong>Question:&nbsp;</strong>Explain the difference between male and female breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Dr Rajeev Agarwal:&nbsp;</strong>Breast cancer can develop in any person; however, it is more common in females than males. The breast tissue in both genders is similar, however, men have mainly fat and fibrous breast tissue called stroma and their breast tissue lacks the specialized lobules, since there is no physiologic need for milk production by males.</p>

<p>Whereas women’s breasts mature during puberty, and they develop lobules and milk ducts to produce and carry milk after childbirth. Most breast cancers in women develop in these ducts and lobules.</p>

<p><strong>Question:&nbsp;</strong>What are the symptoms of breast cancer in males, and how is it different from females?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Dr Rajeev Agarwal:&nbsp;</strong>The symptoms of breast cancer in men are by far similar to those in women. These symptoms include:</p>

<p>•Change in breast size or form</p>

<p>•A lump or swelling in the breast</p>

<p>•Redness or flaky skin in the breast</p>

<p>•Irritation or dimpling of breast skin.</p>

<p>•Nipple discharge and nipple Nipple inwardly turned</p>

<p>•Pulling in of the nipple or pain in the nipple area</p>

<p><strong>Question:&nbsp;</strong>How is male breast cancer diagnosed and treated?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Dr Rajeev Agarwal:&nbsp;</strong>The diagnostic methods used for male breast cancer are similar to that of females. The doctor first examines the general health, including checking for symptoms similar to tumours or anything else that seems out of the ordinary. Based on the symptoms which could be indicative of breast cancer, the doctor conducts a number of diagnostic tests and procedures, such as:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>1) Clinical breast exam:</strong>&nbsp;In this, the doctor examines the breasts and surrounding areas with his or her fingertips for lumps or other changes. Basis the examination, the doctor evaluates the size of the lumps, how they feel, and how close they are to the patient's skin and muscles.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>2) Imaging tests:</strong>&nbsp;These tests help in producing images of the breast tissue that allow doctors to spot any abnormalities. Breast X-rays (mammograms) and ultrasounds, which use sound waves to create images are some examples of imaging tests.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>3) Biopsy:</strong>&nbsp;Breast cancer can only be diagnosed definitively through a biopsy. During a biopsy, a doctor extracts a core of tissue from the suspicious area using a specialised needle guided by ultrasound or any other imaging test. The extracted samples are then sent to a laboratory for testing to determine whether the cells are cancerous. An analysis of the biopsy sample also helps in determining the type of cells involved in breast cancer, cancer's aggressiveness (grade), and whether the cancer cells have hormone receptors or other receptors that may influence the treatment options.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Post diagnosis, the doctor determines the stage of cancer which is done similarly to female cancer i.e. through PET scan, or ultrasound abdomen, chest x-ray and bone scan. Post this, a feasible treatment option based on the overall health and preferences of the patient is suggested to the patient. However, male breast cancer is often treated by surgery and may include other treatment methods as well, such as:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>1) Surgery:&nbsp;</strong>The surgery helps in removing the tumour and surrounding breast tissue. The surgery involves - mastectomy i.e., removing all the breast tissues including the nipple and areola and sentinel lymph node biopsy i.e., removing of few lymph nodes if the cancer is found during the biopsy.</p>

<p><strong>2) Radiation therapy:</strong>&nbsp;In this high-energy beams such as X-rays and protons are used to kill the cancer cells. In male breast cancer, it is often performed to remove the remaining cancer cells (if any) in the breast, chest muscles or armpit to prevent the recurrence of cancer.</p>

<p><strong>3) Hormone therapy:</strong>&nbsp;In most cases of breast cancer in males the development or spread of the tumour is hormone sensitive. The hormone-sensitive tumour tends to have oestrogen and/or progesterone receptors in them. In such cases, hormone therapy as a treatment is suggested. The therapy includes medications such as Tamoxifen is used mainly to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. However, the same should be taken only in consultation with the doctor.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>4) Chemotherapy:</strong>&nbsp;Chemotherapy is performed to kill cancer cells by using medications. A doctor may recommend chemotherapy after surgery to kill the remaining cancer cells (if any) that might have spread outside your breast. The same may also be a credible option for men with advanced breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

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Breast cancer cases are being reported globally more than ever and it is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Breast cancer occurs mostly in women and rarely in men, however, the awareness in males is less.

Breast cancer cases are being reported globally more than ever and it is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Breast cancer occurs mostly in women and rarely in men, however, the awareness in males is less. Breast cancer symptoms include a lump in the breast, bloody discharge from the nipple and changes in the shape or texture of the nipple or breast. The cases also occur in males, a report mentioned that about one out of every 100 breast cancers diagnosed in the United States is found in a man. Though it is rare in men, but it may become critical if not taken properly in the absence of awareness and timely preventive measures. Male breast cancer forms in the breast tissue of men. Dr Rajeev Agarwal, the senior director of breast surgery, breast cancer, cancer institute at the Medanta Hospital in Gurugram gave valuable inputs on this serious issue. Dr Agarwal weighed in on the symptoms of breast cancer in males and how it is different from females. Question: How does breast cancer present in males? Dr Rajeev Agarwal: Male breast cancer is a rare type of cancer that develops in men's breast tissue. Although it can happen at any age, older men are more likely to suffer from the same. The cells in almost any part of the body have the potential to develop into cancer and spread to other parts of the body. The breast cells start to proliferate uncontrollably with the onset of breast cancer. These cells typically develop into tumours, which are frequently felt like lumps and are visible on x-rays. However, the early detection of breast cancer in men increases the likelihood of successful treatment and prevents mortality. Question: Explain the difference between male and female breast cancer. Dr Rajeev Agarwal: Breast cancer can develop in any person; however, it is more common in females than males. The breast tissue in both genders is similar, however, men have mainly fat and fibrous breast tissue called stroma and their breast tissue lacks the specialized lobules, since there is no physiologic need for milk production by males. Whereas women’s breasts mature during puberty, and they develop lobules and milk ducts to produce and carry milk after childbirth. Most breast cancers in women develop in these ducts and lobules. Question: What are the symptoms of breast cancer in males, and how is it different from females? Dr Rajeev Agarwal: The symptoms of breast cancer in men are by far similar to those in women. These symptoms include: •Change in breast size or form •A lump or swelling in the breast •Redness or flaky skin in the breast •Irritation or dimpling of breast skin. •Nipple discharge and nipple Nipple inwardly turned •Pulling in of the nipple or pain in the nipple area Question: How is male breast cancer diagnosed and treated? Dr Rajeev Agarwal: The diagnostic methods used for male breast cancer are similar to that of females. The doctor first examines the general health, including checking for symptoms similar to tumours or anything else that seems out of the ordinary. Based on the symptoms which could be indicative of breast cancer, the doctor conducts a number of diagnostic tests and procedures, such as: 1) Clinical breast exam: In this, the doctor examines the breasts and surrounding areas with his or her fingertips for lumps or other changes. Basis the examination, the doctor evaluates the size of the lumps, how they feel, and how close they are to the patient's skin and muscles. 2) Imaging tests: These tests help in producing images of the breast tissue that allow doctors to spot any abnormalities. Breast X-rays (mammograms) and ultrasounds, which use sound waves to create images are some examples of imaging tests. 3) Biopsy: Breast cancer can only be diagnosed definitively through a biopsy. During a biopsy, a doctor extracts a core of tissue from the suspicious area using a specialised needle guided by ultrasound or any other imaging test. The extracted samples are then sent to a laboratory for testing to determine whether the cells are cancerous. An analysis of the biopsy sample also helps in determining the type of cells involved in breast cancer, cancer's aggressiveness (grade), and whether the cancer cells have hormone receptors or other receptors that may influence the treatment options. Post diagnosis, the doctor determines the stage of cancer which is done similarly to female cancer i.e. through PET scan, or ultrasound abdomen, chest x-ray and bone scan. Post this, a feasible treatment option based on the overall health and preferences of the patient is suggested to the patient. However, male breast cancer is often treated by surgery and may include other treatment methods as well, such as: 1) Surgery: The surgery helps in removing the tumour and surrounding breast tissue. The surgery involves - mastectomy i.e., removing all the breast tissues including the nipple and areola and sentinel lymph node biopsy i.e., removing of few lymph nodes if the cancer is found during the biopsy. 2) Radiation therapy: In this high-energy beams such as X-rays and protons are used to kill the cancer cells. In male breast cancer, it is often performed to remove the remaining cancer cells (if any) in the breast, chest muscles or armpit to prevent the recurrence of cancer. 3) Hormone therapy: In most cases of breast cancer in males the development or spread of the tumour is hormone sensitive. The hormone-sensitive tumour tends to have oestrogen and/or progesterone receptors in them. In such cases, hormone therapy as a treatment is suggested. The therapy includes medications such as Tamoxifen is used mainly to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. However, the same should be taken only in consultation with the doctor. 4) Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is performed to kill cancer cells by using medications. A doctor may recommend chemotherapy after surgery to kill the remaining cancer cells (if any) that might have spread outside your breast. The same may also be a credible option for men with advanced breast cancer. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Martina Navratilova: A look at the tennis legend's records as she fights another battle

<p>Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. The 66-year-old, who was born in Czechoslovakia, told Tennis.com that the diagnosis took place this week but added that the condition is curable. This is the second time that the tennis legend was diagnosed with cancer after 2010 when she was clear after six months of his initial diagnosis.</p>

<p>"The double whammy is serious, but fixable, and I'm hoping for a favourable outcome. It's going to stink for a while, but I'll fight with all I have got" she said in the interview according to AFP.</p>

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<p>Navratilova won 18 Grand Slam singles titles during her illustrious career and she will be beginning the treatment in New York next week. She initially noticed an enlarged lymph node in her neck and the resultant biopsy tested revealed stage one throat cancer. During the tests, the doctors found another lump in her breast leading to the discovery that the breast cancer has returned.</p>

<p>Due to the diagnosis, Navratilova announced that she will not be commentating at the Australian Open 2023. She has also cancelled all her future commitments due to the upcoming treatment.</p>

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<p>“I really didn’t talk much about breast cancer before I had it,” Navratilova told PEOPLE magazine.</p>

<p>“Now, I’m approached by women and we share our stories. It’s encouraging to see that there’s life after cancer.” Navratilova has been a major advocate of LGBTQ+ rights and although she faced criticism when she came out in the 1970s, she ended her career with 59 major titles.</p>

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Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. The 66-year-old, who was born in Czechoslovakia, told Tennis.com that the diagnosis took place this week but added that the condition is curable.

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. The 66-year-old, who was born in Czechoslovakia, told Tennis.com that the diagnosis took place this week but added that the condition is curable. This is the second time that the tennis legend was diagnosed with cancer after 2010 when she was clear after six months of his initial diagnosis. "The double whammy is serious, but fixable, and I'm hoping for a favourable outcome. It's going to stink for a while, but I'll fight with all I have got" she said in the interview according to AFP. Also read | Rishabh Pant is out of ICU, BCCI hopeful of him getting discharged in 2-3 days Navratilova won 18 Grand Slam singles titles during her illustrious career and she will be beginning the treatment in New York next week. She initially noticed an enlarged lymph node in her neck and the resultant biopsy tested revealed stage one throat cancer. During the tests, the doctors found another lump in her breast leading to the discovery that the breast cancer has returned. Due to the diagnosis, Navratilova announced that she will not be commentating at the Australian Open 2023. She has also cancelled all her future commitments due to the upcoming treatment. Also read | 'If he was your favourite bowler....?': Kuldeep Yadav's coach slams Dinesh Karthik, KKR for dropping him “I really didn’t talk much about breast cancer before I had it,” Navratilova told PEOPLE magazine. “Now, I’m approached by women and we share our stories. It’s encouraging to see that there’s life after cancer.” Navratilova has been a major advocate of LGBTQ+ rights and although she faced criticism when she came out in the 1970s, she ended her career with 59 major titles.

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova diagnosed with breast and throat cancer

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<p>Former Tennis player Martina Navratilova revealed on Monday (January 2) that she has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. Navratilova fought and won many tennis battles and is now hoping for a "favourable outcome" in her cancer fight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tennis legend called the diagnosis a "double whammy", stating that is serious but still fixable. In a statement to Tennis.com, the 66-year-old said, "I'm hoping for a favorable outcome. It's going to stink for a while, but I'll fight with all have I got."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>All you need to know about Martina Navratilova&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The former number one was born in Czechoslovakia and became a citizen of the United States in 1981. She is widely considered among the greatest tennis players of all time. After becoming an American citizen, Navratilova came out as gay and remained a gay rights trailblazer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She proposed to her longtime partner Julia Lemigova in 2014 and married her in the same year. They live in Miami with their two daughters.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Her cancer diagnosis&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>This is not the first time Navratilova has been diagnosed with cancer as she was also diagnosed with breast cancer back in 2010. It was cured.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But the recent diagnosis came after&nbsp;Navratilova&nbsp;reportedly noticed an enlarged lymph node in her neck in November. She saw it during WTA Finals in Fort Worth, Texas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the neck's lymph was being tested, a lump in her breast was also discovered during the tests. Later, it was found to be unrelated to cancer.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement sent to the news agency AFP, her agent said, "When it didn't go down, a biopsy was performed, the results came back as stage one throat cancer."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The prognosis is good and&nbsp;Martina&nbsp;will start her treatment this month. The cancer type is HPV (human papillomavirus) and this particular type responds really well to treatment. Both these cancers are in their early stages with great outcomes," the agent added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Her career</strong></p>

<p>In her illustrious career, she won a total of 59 Grand Slam titles across singles and doubles, becoming a dominant payer of her era. Her Major titles included 31 doubles and 10 mixed doubles adding to her 18 singles titles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Still, her&nbsp;Wimbledon&nbsp;record is unparalleled. She has nine singles titles more than anyone else. Roger Federer won eight men's titles while Serena Williams won the women's title seven times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After her statement was published, her fans and well-wishers quickly took to social media to offer support.&nbsp;</p>

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Former Tennis player Martina Navratilova revealed on Monday (January 2) that she has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. Navratilova fought and won many tennis battles and is now hoping for a "favourable outcome" in her cancer fight.

Former Tennis player Martina Navratilova revealed on Monday (January 2) that she has been diagnosed with breast and throat cancer. Navratilova fought and won many tennis battles and is now hoping for a "favourable outcome" in her cancer fight. The tennis legend called the diagnosis a "double whammy", stating that is serious but still fixable. In a statement to Tennis.com, the 66-year-old said, "I'm hoping for a favorable outcome. It's going to stink for a while, but I'll fight with all have I got." All you need to know about Martina Navratilova The former number one was born in Czechoslovakia and became a citizen of the United States in 1981. She is widely considered among the greatest tennis players of all time. After becoming an American citizen, Navratilova came out as gay and remained a gay rights trailblazer. She proposed to her longtime partner Julia Lemigova in 2014 and married her in the same year. They live in Miami with their two daughters. Her cancer diagnosis This is not the first time Navratilova has been diagnosed with cancer as she was also diagnosed with breast cancer back in 2010. It was cured. But the recent diagnosis came after Navratilova reportedly noticed an enlarged lymph node in her neck in November. She saw it during WTA Finals in Fort Worth, Texas. While the neck's lymph was being tested, a lump in her breast was also discovered during the tests. Later, it was found to be unrelated to cancer. Watch this report: × In a statement sent to the news agency AFP, her agent said, "When it didn't go down, a biopsy was performed, the results came back as stage one throat cancer." "The prognosis is good and Martina will start her treatment this month. The cancer type is HPV (human papillomavirus) and this particular type responds really well to treatment. Both these cancers are in their early stages with great outcomes," the agent added. Her career In her illustrious career, she won a total of 59 Grand Slam titles across singles and doubles, becoming a dominant payer of her era. Her Major titles included 31 doubles and 10 mixed doubles adding to her 18 singles titles. Still, her Wimbledon record is unparalleled. She has nine singles titles more than anyone else. Roger Federer won eight men's titles while Serena Williams won the women's title seven times. After her statement was published, her fans and well-wishers quickly took to social media to offer support. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Martina Navratilova: The tennis legend diagnosed with breast and throat cancer

Tennis icon Martina Navratilova revealed that she has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. Navratilova added that the cancer was in Stage 1, and the prognosis are good, with treatments to begin next week.

Tennis icon Martina Navratilova diagnosed with throat and breast cancer

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<p>Kate Keltie, an Australian former actress and a ‘Neighbours’ star, has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. The 36-year-old actress portrayed Holly Valance's sister Michelle on the serial opera for five years. As per media reports, her cancer is so aggressive that it has spread to her lymph nodes, blood, and hip bones, among other body regions. She has begun chemotherapy to treat her cancer. A campaign on Go Fund Me has also been initiated to help her meet expenses, where funds worth $31.5k have already been raised. Keltie has thanked her fans for this gesture, as she would be unable to work during the period of her treatment.</p>

<h2><strong>How deadly is Stage 4 breast cancer?</strong></h2>

<p>&nbsp;Kate Keltie is currently diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. In stage 4 breast cancer:</p>

<ol>
	<li>The tumour could be of any size</li>
	<li>The lymph nodes may or may not contain cancer cells</li>
	<li>The cancer has probably metastasised to other parts of the body such as the bones, lungs, liver or brain</li>
</ol>

<p>Kate Keltie’s friends Rachael and Ebony said in a statement that their beautiful Kate is going through the unimaginable. They said that with no family history of cancer, this news was devastating for them as well as Kate Keltie. Now, she will lose her hair and will not be able to carry children in the future.</p>

<h2><strong>Kate Keltie’s role in the Neighbours series</strong></h2>

<p>Keltie played the youngest daughter in the Scully family, sister to Holly Valance's character Felicity Scully. She started working on the soap opera in 1999 and departed in 2003 before making a short comeback for Ramsay Street in 2004.</p>

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<h2><strong>Fundraiser campaign to support Kate Keltie</strong></h2>

<p>With the help of the online community, who sprang in with open arms, the Go Fund Me page dedicated to her has already raised more than $30,000. Kate expressed her gratitude and said she was moved by the outpouring of support.</p>

<p>It's fantastic to know that I have so many amazing people on my side, she said in a statement. "I recently recovered from Covid, and tomorrow, I begin my first round of chemotherapy", she added.</p>


Kate Keltie, an Australian former actress and a ‘Neighbours’ star, has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. The 36-year-old actress portrayed Holly Valance's sister Michelle on the serial opera for five years.

Kate Keltie, an Australian former actress and a ‘Neighbours’ star, has been diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. The 36-year-old actress portrayed Holly Valance's sister Michelle on the serial opera for five years. As per media reports, her cancer is so aggressive that it has spread to her lymph nodes, blood, and hip bones, among other body regions. She has begun chemotherapy to treat her cancer. A campaign on Go Fund Me has also been initiated to help her meet expenses, where funds worth $31.5k have already been raised. Keltie has thanked her fans for this gesture, as she would be unable to work during the period of her treatment. How deadly is Stage 4 breast cancer? Kate Keltie is currently diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. In stage 4 breast cancer: The tumour could be of any size The lymph nodes may or may not contain cancer cells The cancer has probably metastasised to other parts of the body such as the bones, lungs, liver or brain Kate Keltie’s friends Rachael and Ebony said in a statement that their beautiful Kate is going through the unimaginable. They said that with no family history of cancer, this news was devastating for them as well as Kate Keltie. Now, she will lose her hair and will not be able to carry children in the future. Kate Keltie’s role in the Neighbours series Keltie played the youngest daughter in the Scully family, sister to Holly Valance's character Felicity Scully. She started working on the soap opera in 1999 and departed in 2003 before making a short comeback for Ramsay Street in 2004. Also Read | Australia: Five-year-old boy bitten, dragged by python into swimming pool, rescued by family Fundraiser campaign to support Kate Keltie With the help of the online community, who sprang in with open arms, the Go Fund Me page dedicated to her has already raised more than $30,000. Kate expressed her gratitude and said she was moved by the outpouring of support. It's fantastic to know that I have so many amazing people on my side, she said in a statement. "I recently recovered from Covid, and tomorrow, I begin my first round of chemotherapy", she added.

Kate Keltie, who played Holly Valance's sister Michelle in Neighbours, diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer

A group of researchers have found a genetic link between people with African ancestry and an aggressive type of breast cancer. The triple-negative breast cancer or t-n-b-c, is a less common type of the disease but grows quickly, is more likely to spread, more likely to return, and has the worst survival outcome of all breast cancers. Governments across the continent are now in a rush to sensitize women and men on the importance of screening and early diagnosis, to curb the prevalence rate of the disease. Here is a report.

World of Africa: Study: Aggressive breast cancer hits black women harder

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<p>Breast cancer awareness programmes are extremely important as it is largely preventable and treatable if detected early. Some reports have mentioned that breast cancer development may be influenced by a variety of genetic, environmental, and individual variables. The risk of developing breast cancer may be related to strong family history, early periods, late menopause, etc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Instead of going through the painful procedure after it is detected in stage 3 and stage 4, women should look out for early signs and start the medication early.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To understand the subject in-depth, WION spoke to <strong>Dr Tejinder Kataria</strong>, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute, Medanta, Gurugram, India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Kataria said that women should be aware of their own breast size and structure. If there's any change in what they perceive as normal should be addressed.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>The changes can be:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>-increase in the size of the breast</p>

<p>-decrease in the size,&nbsp;</p>

<p>-a lump they noticed,&nbsp;</p>

<p>-change in the position of the nipple,</p>

<p>-some discharge which is not during lactation but otherwise afterwards,</p>

<p>-bleeding, etc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Kataria said that these are the "early signs which shouldn't be ignored because the lump may be very small, and it's painless, so women normally try not to go for an investigation or go to the doctor unless it becomes intolerable". So they should not let themselves get into that stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A painless lump, a painless discharge, or any change in the breast architecture or nipple should be taken care of," said Dr Tejinder Kataria.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How does breast cancer affect/might affect breastfeeding in future moms?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Dr Kataria said that if the breast cancer has been treated and as we know that one of the treatments is surgery, women opt for breast removal because most of the women would go for investigation in advanced stage breast cancer so that breast won't be there for feeding.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She added, "But the other breast should be there, and if the women become pregnant in future after the breast cancer treatment, they are able to feed. And it does not in any way compromise lactation, breastfeeding, or produce any complication in the child."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Kataria also noted that the "woman should wait for at least two years after the treatment is over". She said that after a gap, all the side effects of the chemotherapy or the treamment that is given to her, or medicines that she has been taking are not in her body to affect the future child.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Breast cancer awareness programmes are extremely important as it is largely preventable and treatable if detected early. Some reports have mentioned that breast cancer development may be influenced by a variety of genetic, environmental, and individual variables.

Breast cancer awareness programmes are extremely important as it is largely preventable and treatable if detected early. Some reports have mentioned that breast cancer development may be influenced by a variety of genetic, environmental, and individual variables. The risk of developing breast cancer may be related to strong family history, early periods, late menopause, etc. Instead of going through the painful procedure after it is detected in stage 3 and stage 4, women should look out for early signs and start the medication early. To understand the subject in-depth, WION spoke to Dr Tejinder Kataria, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute, Medanta, Gurugram, India. Dr Kataria said that women should be aware of their own breast size and structure. If there's any change in what they perceive as normal should be addressed. The changes can be: -increase in the size of the breast -decrease in the size, -a lump they noticed, -change in the position of the nipple, -some discharge which is not during lactation but otherwise afterwards, -bleeding, etc. Dr Kataria said that these are the "early signs which shouldn't be ignored because the lump may be very small, and it's painless, so women normally try not to go for an investigation or go to the doctor unless it becomes intolerable". So they should not let themselves get into that stage. "A painless lump, a painless discharge, or any change in the breast architecture or nipple should be taken care of," said Dr Tejinder Kataria. How does breast cancer affect/might affect breastfeeding in future moms? Dr Kataria said that if the breast cancer has been treated and as we know that one of the treatments is surgery, women opt for breast removal because most of the women would go for investigation in advanced stage breast cancer so that breast won't be there for feeding. She added, "But the other breast should be there, and if the women become pregnant in future after the breast cancer treatment, they are able to feed. And it does not in any way compromise lactation, breastfeeding, or produce any complication in the child." Dr Kataria also noted that the "woman should wait for at least two years after the treatment is over". She said that after a gap, all the side effects of the chemotherapy or the treamment that is given to her, or medicines that she has been taking are not in her body to affect the future child. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Breast cancer awareness: Expert tells WION the early signs that should alert women

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<p>Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue and spreads to other parts of the body to produce new tumours as cells grow uncontrolled and improperly (Metastasis). Although it rarely happens in men, breast cancer primarily affects women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In India, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. It accounts for 26.3% of all female cancers. Around 60% of breast cancer cases in India are discovered at an advanced stage, despite the fact that it is generally preventable and treated if discovered early.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To know more about breast cancer and the importance of its awareness in India, WION spoke to Dr Tejinder Kataria, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute, Medanta, Gurugram, India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During an online conversation, Dr Kataria said that the population in India is spread out over a big area of around a 3.2million square kilometres, and out of that 35% - 40% of patients that's amongst women, the cancer is breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said that approximately 200,000 women per year, and is expected to be 250,000 by 2025, will be diagnosed with breast cancer. And of these, 60% of the women come to us in stage 3 and stage 4.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In stage 3 and stage 4, the cure rates are between 40% to 60%, whereas in stage 1 and stage 2, (or early breast cancer when we can pick it up via breast mammography and or breast cancer awareness programmes), the cure rates are 85% to 95%.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So it makes sense that we make people aware that for breast cancer, they should go in for investigation or they should go in for an examination, a self-breast examination should be done, and mammography needs to be made aware of to people so that we pick early breast cancers," said Dr Kataria.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It will reduce not only the emotional and financial burden on the family, but also give us better cure rates and also better outcomes for the women," she further said, adding that a breast cancer awareness programme is a must for such a big country like India.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>The right approach to spread awareness at the grassroots level&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Dr Kataria said that to reach the grassroots level, "we need to integrate the breast cancer awareness programmes into our primary health centres, mohalla clinics, or dispensaries. So when a woman goes for her regular examination, especially at the time of childbirth they would always go to the hospital and would go to the doctor."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So we should rope in the gynaecologists because normally the breast cancer surgeons have been traditionally males so the women are not very forthcoming about their symptoms. But with their gynaecologists, they are very open and share their body structure and any complaints they have," she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Kataria suggested the implementation of respective school education so that adolescents should be made aware of what breast cancer is and how their body form may change. They should not be ashamed of it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Kataria also added that the stigma and shame that is generally associated with cancer do not allow the women to open up about their symptoms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We need to work, even the media and the communications that have to go out from various agencies should highlight these things," she said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So this has to be an integrated programme from top to bottom to the grassroot level, where at every level we need to make the trainers and train the trainers, who can teach the women how to self-breast examine themselves and make the facilities avalable to them," Dr Kataria said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We need to look at these things to know how to create systems, where the women feel empowered to come in and get themselves examined. It should be an annual check, starting at an age of 40 years," Dr Kataria said.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue and spreads to other parts of the body to produce new tumours as cells grow uncontrolled and improperly (Metastasis).

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast tissue and spreads to other parts of the body to produce new tumours as cells grow uncontrolled and improperly (Metastasis). Although it rarely happens in men, breast cancer primarily affects women. In India, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. It accounts for 26.3% of all female cancers. Around 60% of breast cancer cases in India are discovered at an advanced stage, despite the fact that it is generally preventable and treated if discovered early. To know more about breast cancer and the importance of its awareness in India, WION spoke to Dr Tejinder Kataria, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Institute, Medanta, Gurugram, India. During an online conversation, Dr Kataria said that the population in India is spread out over a big area of around a 3.2million square kilometres, and out of that 35% - 40% of patients that's amongst women, the cancer is breast cancer. She said that approximately 200,000 women per year, and is expected to be 250,000 by 2025, will be diagnosed with breast cancer. And of these, 60% of the women come to us in stage 3 and stage 4. In stage 3 and stage 4, the cure rates are between 40% to 60%, whereas in stage 1 and stage 2, (or early breast cancer when we can pick it up via breast mammography and or breast cancer awareness programmes), the cure rates are 85% to 95%. "So it makes sense that we make people aware that for breast cancer, they should go in for investigation or they should go in for an examination, a self-breast examination should be done, and mammography needs to be made aware of to people so that we pick early breast cancers," said Dr Kataria. "It will reduce not only the emotional and financial burden on the family, but also give us better cure rates and also better outcomes for the women," she further said, adding that a breast cancer awareness programme is a must for such a big country like India. The right approach to spread awareness at the grassroots level Dr Kataria said that to reach the grassroots level, "we need to integrate the breast cancer awareness programmes into our primary health centres, mohalla clinics, or dispensaries. So when a woman goes for her regular examination, especially at the time of childbirth they would always go to the hospital and would go to the doctor." "So we should rope in the gynaecologists because normally the breast cancer surgeons have been traditionally males so the women are not very forthcoming about their symptoms. But with their gynaecologists, they are very open and share their body structure and any complaints they have," she added. Dr Kataria suggested the implementation of respective school education so that adolescents should be made aware of what breast cancer is and how their body form may change. They should not be ashamed of it. Dr Kataria also added that the stigma and shame that is generally associated with cancer do not allow the women to open up about their symptoms. "We need to work, even the media and the communications that have to go out from various agencies should highlight these things," she said. "So this has to be an integrated programme from top to bottom to the grassroot level, where at every level we need to make the trainers and train the trainers, who can teach the women how to self-breast examine themselves and make the facilities avalable to them," Dr Kataria said. "We need to look at these things to know how to create systems, where the women feel empowered to come in and get themselves examined. It should be an annual check, starting at an age of 40 years," Dr Kataria said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Expert tells WION the importance of breast cancer awareness, especially in a country like India

Breast cancer is a scary topic for women, with many admitting that they worry more about developing breast cancer than about heart disease — the number one killer of women. As we observe October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we list out some everyday habits to lower breast cancer risk.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Habits you should avoid to lower the risk

<p>Rachel Zegler is sharing a big secret of her life. On September 24, the 21-year-old star shared a picture of herself and revealed that she had a breast cancer scare when she was 19 years old.&nbsp;<br />
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In the now-deleted post, as per Just Jared, Zegler detailed the outpatient biopsy procedure that she went through during the pandemic. The actress also shared a black and white photo showing off the scar she got from the procedure.&nbsp;<br />
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Calling it the ''undoubtedly the scariest week of my life,'' Zegler wrote, "Two years ago I found a lump in my breast.''<br />
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Describing the whole procedure and thanking the medics for all the help,&nbsp;the 'West Side Story' actress&nbsp;wrote further, "No OB/GYN was taking new patients due to the backlog of the pandemic, but I was fortunate to have the care of my pediatrician who prescribed me an ultrasound, which led to an out-patient biopsy procedure," she continued. "Thankfully it was benign."</p>

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<p>"And now the scar serves as a reminder to check my breasts regularly for any irregular growth – the fibroadenoma in my left breast is a common occurrence but nevertheless extremely scary to find. Early detection saves lives!!! Check your titty meat :)," Zegler concluded her long note.</p>

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<p>Zegler has deleted this&nbsp;post, but she has never shied away from sharing her health struggles. Earlier, in 2018, the actress opened up about her mental health struggle.&nbsp;</p>

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The Golden Globe winner tweeted back then: "Hello. My name is Rachel. I suffer from anxiety and depression, and occasionally feel depersonalized/disassociated from reality. I am a work in progress. I am finding the common ground between me and my mind. And that's enough. But please, ask if I'm okay. #EndTheStigma."</p>

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<p>On the work front, she will be next seen in 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' scheduled to hit theatre on March 17, 2023. Rachel has also recently wrapped filming Disney’s live-action film 'Snow White' remake, which will release on March 22, 2024. And, curruntly, she's filming 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes', the film is scheduled to hit the theatres on November 17, 2023.</p>


Rachel Zegler is sharing a big secret of her life. On September 24, the 21-year-old star shared a picture of herself and revealed that she had a breast cancer scare when she was 19 years old.

Rachel Zegler is sharing a big secret of her life. On September 24, the 21-year-old star shared a picture of herself and revealed that she had a breast cancer scare when she was 19 years old. In the now-deleted post, as per Just Jared, Zegler detailed the outpatient biopsy procedure that she went through during the pandemic. The actress also shared a black and white photo showing off the scar she got from the procedure. Calling it the ''undoubtedly the scariest week of my life,'' Zegler wrote, "Two years ago I found a lump in my breast.'' Describing the whole procedure and thanking the medics for all the help, the 'West Side Story' actress wrote further, "No OB/GYN was taking new patients due to the backlog of the pandemic, but I was fortunate to have the care of my pediatrician who prescribed me an ultrasound, which led to an out-patient biopsy procedure," she continued. "Thankfully it was benign." Lizzo, Ashley Graham and more: Celebs who are the biggest advocates of body positivity (West Facet Story’s Rachel Zegler opens up on breast most cancers scare at 19) has been published on The Globe - https://t.co/CWZ3HX7XZS pic.twitter.com/PWj4Yg6dGP — JEEPEG (@jeepeg274) September 24, 2022 × "And now the scar serves as a reminder to check my breasts regularly for any irregular growth – the fibroadenoma in my left breast is a common occurrence but nevertheless extremely scary to find. Early detection saves lives!!! Check your titty meat :)," Zegler concluded her long note. View this post on Instagram A post shared by rachel zegler (@rachelzegler) × Zegler has deleted this post, but she has never shied away from sharing her health struggles. Earlier, in 2018, the actress opened up about her mental health struggle. Dr Dre offers little advice to Rihanna ahead of Super Bowl Halftime Show: Put right people around you The Golden Globe winner tweeted back then: "Hello. My name is Rachel. I suffer from anxiety and depression, and occasionally feel depersonalized/disassociated from reality. I am a work in progress. I am finding the common ground between me and my mind. And that's enough. But please, ask if I'm okay. #EndTheStigma." Hello. My name is Rachel. I suffer from anxiety and depression, and occasionally feel depersonalized/disassociated from reality. I am a work in progress. I am finding the common ground between me and my mind. And that’s enough. But please, ask if I’m okay.#EndTheStigma — rachel zegler (she/her/hers) (@rachelzegler) June 9, 2018 × On the work front, she will be next seen in 'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' scheduled to hit theatre on March 17, 2023. Rachel has also recently wrapped filming Disney’s live-action film 'Snow White' remake, which will release on March 22, 2024. And, curruntly, she's filming 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes', the film is scheduled to hit the theatres on November 17, 2023.

Scariest week of my life: Rachel Zegler, 21, reveals she had a breast cancer scare at age of 19

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">Every year, from August 1 to 7, the world observes World Breastfeeding Week to promote breastfeeding and enhance infant health. The week was originally observed by about 70 countries, but today 170 nations do so. This day honours the Innocenti Declaration, which was signed in August 1990 by representatives of the WHO, UNICEF, and other organisations to save, encourage, and promote breastfeeding. According to the WHO, breastfed children are healthier and smarter. Furthermore, compared to those who aren't, their odds of being overweight, obese, and susceptible to&nbsp;diabetes are considerably lower, ANI reported.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">Step Up for Breastfeeding: Educate and Support is this year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/study-reveals-why-humans-have-difficulty-in-having-babies-494970">Study reveals why humans have difficulty in having babies</a></strong></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">As per WHO statistics, two out of every three babies are not breastfed. Thus, it becomes more important to mark this day.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">As per many, breast milk is the best meal for the newborn since it contains&nbsp;antibodies that help to avoid many common paediatric illnesses. Not only this, as per certain research, breastfeeding lowers the risk of type-2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and high blood pressure in women. Breastfeeding is considered to be a crucial element in a baby’s healthy growth and development.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hunger-claims-children-in-forgotten-corner-of-uganda-488010"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Hunger claims children in forgotten corner of Uganda</strong></a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">According to Dr. Neharika Malhotra, consultant, gynaecology, increased breastfeeding, could prevent 20,000 maternal deaths annually from breast cancer as per the WHO estimates. She further added, "Therefore, we need to promote the importance of more family-friendly policies to protect and support breastfeeding. More would-be mothers should be subjected to counselling so that the practice of breastfeeding should be inculcated right from the beginning."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">According to the World Health Assembly, there should be a 50 per cent increase in the rate of exclusive breastfeeding worldwide by 2025.</p>

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Every year, from August 1 to 7, the world observes World Breastfeeding Week to promote breastfeeding and enhance infant health. The week was originally observed by about 70 countries, but today 170 nations do so.

Every year, from August 1 to 7, the world observes World Breastfeeding Week to promote breastfeeding and enhance infant health. The week was originally observed by about 70 countries, but today 170 nations do so. This day honours the Innocenti Declaration, which was signed in August 1990 by representatives of the WHO, UNICEF, and other organisations to save, encourage, and promote breastfeeding. According to the WHO, breastfed children are healthier and smarter. Furthermore, compared to those who aren't, their odds of being overweight, obese, and susceptible to diabetes are considerably lower, ANI reported. Step Up for Breastfeeding: Educate and Support is this year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme. Also read | Study reveals why humans have difficulty in having babies As per WHO statistics, two out of every three babies are not breastfed. Thus, it becomes more important to mark this day. As per many, breast milk is the best meal for the newborn since it contains antibodies that help to avoid many common paediatric illnesses. Not only this, as per certain research, breastfeeding lowers the risk of type-2 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and high blood pressure in women. Breastfeeding is considered to be a crucial element in a baby’s healthy growth and development. Also read | Hunger claims children in forgotten corner of Uganda According to Dr. Neharika Malhotra, consultant, gynaecology, increased breastfeeding, could prevent 20,000 maternal deaths annually from breast cancer as per the WHO estimates. She further added, "Therefore, we need to promote the importance of more family-friendly policies to protect and support breastfeeding. More would-be mothers should be subjected to counselling so that the practice of breastfeeding should be inculcated right from the beginning." According to the World Health Assembly, there should be a 50 per cent increase in the rate of exclusive breastfeeding worldwide by 2025. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide. UK's National Health Service (NHS) may introduce a new probe that may help in detecting and treating breast cancer that might have spread.</p>

<p>The detector, 'noisy' as described by BBC, works in a similar manner a metal detector does.</p>

<p>To detect the spread of the cancer using the Sentimag probe, a magnetised liquid (Megtrace) is injected in the tissue to be probed. The liquid gets absorbed in the cancerous tissue. The probe then detects location under the skin where the liwuid is accumulated. This gives an idea about where the cancer may have been seeded.</p>

<p>Use of the Sentimag probe has been included in draft guidance recommended to the NHS.</p>

<p>What may make this probe effective is that once injected, it follows the route cancerous cells are likely to take. The magnetised liquid gets absorbed in body's lymphatic system and get accumulate around cancerous growths. The liquid contains iron oxide, which is magnetic.</p>

<p>"This promising research could provide a new tool for our scientists to track and slow the spread of breast cancer, the most common cancer in the UK," said UK Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid. He was quoted by the BBC.</p>

<p>As per data with the World Health Organisation (WHO), 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer in the year 2020 alone. There were 6,85,000 deaths globally in that year due to breast cancer.</p>

<p>WHO says that by the end of year 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 5 years before that.</p>

<p>"Approximately half of breast cancers develop in women who have no identifiable breast cancer risk factor other than gender (female) and age (over 40 years). &nbsp;Certain factors increase the risk of breast cancer including increasing age, obesity, harmful use of alcohol, family history of breast cancer, history of radiation exposure, reproductive history (such as age that menstrual periods began and age at first pregnancy), tobacco use and postmenopausal hormone therapy," says WHO.</p>

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Breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide. UK's National Health Service (NHS) may introduce a new probe that may help in detecting and treating breast cancer that might have spread.

Breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide. UK's National Health Service (NHS) may introduce a new probe that may help in detecting and treating breast cancer that might have spread. The detector, 'noisy' as described by BBC, works in a similar manner a metal detector does. To detect the spread of the cancer using the Sentimag probe, a magnetised liquid (Megtrace) is injected in the tissue to be probed. The liquid gets absorbed in the cancerous tissue. The probe then detects location under the skin where the liwuid is accumulated. This gives an idea about where the cancer may have been seeded. Use of the Sentimag probe has been included in draft guidance recommended to the NHS. What may make this probe effective is that once injected, it follows the route cancerous cells are likely to take. The magnetised liquid gets absorbed in body's lymphatic system and get accumulate around cancerous growths. The liquid contains iron oxide, which is magnetic. "This promising research could provide a new tool for our scientists to track and slow the spread of breast cancer, the most common cancer in the UK," said UK Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid. He was quoted by the BBC. As per data with the World Health Organisation (WHO), 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer in the year 2020 alone. There were 6,85,000 deaths globally in that year due to breast cancer. WHO says that by the end of year 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 5 years before that. "Approximately half of breast cancers develop in women who have no identifiable breast cancer risk factor other than gender (female) and age (over 40 years). Certain factors increase the risk of breast cancer including increasing age, obesity, harmful use of alcohol, family history of breast cancer, history of radiation exposure, reproductive history (such as age that menstrual periods began and age at first pregnancy), tobacco use and postmenopausal hormone therapy," says WHO. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p class="MsoNormal">If you are a woman under the age of 35, you might want to consult your doctors and make sure you get your medical check-ups on time because a study has warned that women in this age are more vulnerable to spreading of breast cancer.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">According to a group of scientists, women diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 35 have a higher risk of the disease spreading.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Experts carried out a meta analysis of more than 400 studies and found that the risk of breast cancer spreading to other body parts range from six per cent to 22 per cent.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/this-is-a-breakthrough-researchers-identify-potential-new-drug-treatment-for-covid-19-425169">'This is a breakthrough': Researchers identify potential new drug treatment for COVID-19</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Presented at the sixth International Consensus Conference for Advanced Breast Cancer, the findings of the study suggest that women under the age of 35 and those already suffering from the deadly disease are more at risk. This study has helped scientists figure out who is most at risk.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Experts studied data of tens of thousands of women from North and South America, South Africa, Asia and Oceania. The analysis was conducted after combining more than 400 studies.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">In the UK, alone, nearly a thousand people lose their life to incurable secondary breast cancer in a month. "We desperately need to learn more about this devastating disease so that we can find new ways to improve treatment, care and support for people living with it, and for those living in fear of a diagnosis," Kotryna Temcinaite, senior research communications manager at the charity Breast Cancer Now said.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/homo-bodoensis-its-official-we-have-a-new-ancestor-425007" hreflang="en">Homo bodoensis: It's official, we have a new ancestor</a></strong><o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">As per the analysis, people who have been diagnosed with primary breast cancer before the age of 35 have a higher chance of developing secondary breast cancer. It is also possible that women can develop secondary breast cancer years after their initial diagnosis. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">It has also been observed that the size of the tumour, type of breast cancer and the length of time since the primary diagnosis can also have major impact on the scale of risk.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"This may be because younger women have a more aggressive form of breast cancer or because they are being diagnosed at a later stage," said the presenter of the study, Dr Eileen Morgan, of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world,"&nbsp;she said. "Most women are diagnosed when their cancer is confined to the breast or has only spread to nearby tissue. But in some women, the cancer will grow and spread to other parts of the body or come back in a different part of the body several years after the end of their initial treatment.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"At this point the cancer becomes much harder to treat and the risk of dying is higher. However, we don't really know how many people develop metastatic breast cancer because cancer registries have not been routinely collecting this data."<o:p></o:p></p>


If you are a woman under the age of 35, you might want to consult your doctors and make sure you get your medical check-ups on time because a study has warned that women in this age are more vulnerable to spreading of breast cancer.

If you are a woman under the age of 35, you might want to consult your doctors and make sure you get your medical check-ups on time because a study has warned that women in this age are more vulnerable to spreading of breast cancer. According to a group of scientists, women diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 35 have a higher risk of the disease spreading. Experts carried out a meta analysis of more than 400 studies and found that the risk of breast cancer spreading to other body parts range from six per cent to 22 per cent. Also read | 'This is a breakthrough': Researchers identify potential new drug treatment for COVID-19 Presented at the sixth International Consensus Conference for Advanced Breast Cancer, the findings of the study suggest that women under the age of 35 and those already suffering from the deadly disease are more at risk. This study has helped scientists figure out who is most at risk. Experts studied data of tens of thousands of women from North and South America, South Africa, Asia and Oceania. The analysis was conducted after combining more than 400 studies. In the UK, alone, nearly a thousand people lose their life to incurable secondary breast cancer in a month. "We desperately need to learn more about this devastating disease so that we can find new ways to improve treatment, care and support for people living with it, and for those living in fear of a diagnosis," Kotryna Temcinaite, senior research communications manager at the charity Breast Cancer Now said. Also read | Homo bodoensis: It's official, we have a new ancestor As per the analysis, people who have been diagnosed with primary breast cancer before the age of 35 have a higher chance of developing secondary breast cancer. It is also possible that women can develop secondary breast cancer years after their initial diagnosis. It has also been observed that the size of the tumour, type of breast cancer and the length of time since the primary diagnosis can also have major impact on the scale of risk. "This may be because younger women have a more aggressive form of breast cancer or because they are being diagnosed at a later stage," said the presenter of the study, Dr Eileen Morgan, of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). "Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world," she said. "Most women are diagnosed when their cancer is confined to the breast or has only spread to nearby tissue. But in some women, the cancer will grow and spread to other parts of the body or come back in a different part of the body several years after the end of their initial treatment. "At this point the cancer becomes much harder to treat and the risk of dying is higher. However, we don't really know how many people develop metastatic breast cancer because cancer registries have not been routinely collecting this data."

Women under age of 35 more vulnerable to breast cancer spreading: Study

<p>Researchers are testing the efficacy of aspirin in treating aggressive forms of breast cancer.</p>

<p>For patients with triple-negative breast cancer, researchers hope the widely available and cheap drug can be combined with immunotherapy.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/dont-worry-about-covid-22-here-are-misconceptions-about-it-408319" hreflang="en">Don't worry about Covid-22: Here are misconceptions about it</a></strong></p>

<p>This study is funded by the Breast Cancer Now Catalyst Program, an organisation that aims to increase the speed of progress in research by fostering innovation and facilitating collaboration. This study is an attempt to determine if aspirin increases the sensitivity of such patients' tumours to immunotherapy.</p>

<p>As part of the study, headed by Dr Anne Armstrong of the Christie NHS foundation trust in Manchester, the drug avelumab will be administered before patients undergo surgery and chemotherapy both with and without aspirin.</p>

<p>Breast Cancer Now claims that triple-negative breast cancer is a rarer but often more aggressive form of breast cancer disproportionately affecting young women and black women.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/autovacc-thai-experts-develop-robotic-arm-to-save-every-drop-of-covid-vaccine-408259" hreflang="en">'AutoVacc': Thai experts develop robotic arm to save every drop of Covid vaccine</a></strong></p>

<p>Armstrong says that earlier research suggests that aspirin makes immunotherapy more effective by stopping cancer cells from producing substances that lead to weakened immunity.</p>

<p>If used in conjunction with immunotherapy, anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin could increase their effectiveness. A drug like aspirin is a great candidate for clinical trials since it is readily available and cheap to produce, she added.</p>

<p>Simon Vincent, the director of research, support, and advocacy at Breast Cancer Now, stated that 8,000 women are diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer every year in the UK. He noted that this situation needs to be addressed immediately.</p>

<p>Pfizer, the pharmaceutical firm, provided Breast Cancer Now with funding through a grant and gave its researchers access to several Pfizer medicines, according to Breast Cancer Now.</p>


Researchers are testing the efficacy of aspirin in treating aggressive forms of breast cancer. For patients with triple-negative breast cancer, researchers hope the widely available and cheap drug can be combined with immunotherapy.

Researchers are testing the efficacy of aspirin in treating aggressive forms of breast cancer. For patients with triple-negative breast cancer, researchers hope the widely available and cheap drug can be combined with immunotherapy. Also read | Don't worry about Covid-22: Here are misconceptions about it This study is funded by the Breast Cancer Now Catalyst Program, an organisation that aims to increase the speed of progress in research by fostering innovation and facilitating collaboration. This study is an attempt to determine if aspirin increases the sensitivity of such patients' tumours to immunotherapy. As part of the study, headed by Dr Anne Armstrong of the Christie NHS foundation trust in Manchester, the drug avelumab will be administered before patients undergo surgery and chemotherapy both with and without aspirin. Breast Cancer Now claims that triple-negative breast cancer is a rarer but often more aggressive form of breast cancer disproportionately affecting young women and black women. Also read | 'AutoVacc': Thai experts develop robotic arm to save every drop of Covid vaccine Armstrong says that earlier research suggests that aspirin makes immunotherapy more effective by stopping cancer cells from producing substances that lead to weakened immunity. If used in conjunction with immunotherapy, anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin could increase their effectiveness. A drug like aspirin is a great candidate for clinical trials since it is readily available and cheap to produce, she added. Simon Vincent, the director of research, support, and advocacy at Breast Cancer Now, stated that 8,000 women are diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer every year in the UK. He noted that this situation needs to be addressed immediately. Pfizer, the pharmaceutical firm, provided Breast Cancer Now with funding through a grant and gave its researchers access to several Pfizer medicines, according to Breast Cancer Now.

Aspirin may hold the key to battling a rare form of breast cancer

<p>Singer Sarah Harding has documented her battle with breast cancer in her biography. She talks about the "little victories" in her struggle.<br />
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"MRI scans at the end of December revealed that the tumours in my brain and in my lung have shrunk a bit with the treatment. (I don`t know) exactly what this means (but) right now, every little victory feels momentous. With this news under my belt, I was able to enjoy a relaxing quiet Christmas with mum and yes, I got plenty of lovely Christmas pressies. At the moment, I`m just grateful to wake up every day and live my best life, because now I know just how precious it is," she writes at the end of the book, reports femalefirst.co.uk.<br />
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In an earlier interview, Sarah had spoken about how doctors had announced that Christmas last year would be her last.<br />
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"In December, my doctor told me that the upcoming Christmas would probably be my last," she recalled.<br />
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She added that she is focussing on living in the moment now. "Comfort and being as pain-free as possible is what`s important to me now. I`m trying to live and enjoy every second of my life, however long it might be. I am having a glass of wine or two during all this, because it helps me relax. I`m sure some people might think that`s not a great idea, but I want to try to enjoy myself. I`m at a stage now where I don`t know how many months I have left. Who knows, maybe I`ll surprise everyone, but that`s how I`m looking at things," she said.</p>


Singer Sarah Harding has documented her battle with breast cancer in her biography. She talks about the "little victories" in her struggle. "MRI scans at the end of December revealed that the tumours in my brain and in my lung have shrunk a bit with the treatment.

Singer Sarah Harding has documented her battle with breast cancer in her biography. She talks about the "little victories" in her struggle. "MRI scans at the end of December revealed that the tumours in my brain and in my lung have shrunk a bit with the treatment. (I don`t know) exactly what this means (but) right now, every little victory feels momentous. With this news under my belt, I was able to enjoy a relaxing quiet Christmas with mum and yes, I got plenty of lovely Christmas pressies. At the moment, I`m just grateful to wake up every day and live my best life, because now I know just how precious it is," she writes at the end of the book, reports femalefirst.co.uk. In an earlier interview, Sarah had spoken about how doctors had announced that Christmas last year would be her last. "In December, my doctor told me that the upcoming Christmas would probably be my last," she recalled. She added that she is focussing on living in the moment now. "Comfort and being as pain-free as possible is what`s important to me now. I`m trying to live and enjoy every second of my life, however long it might be. I am having a glass of wine or two during all this, because it helps me relax. I`m sure some people might think that`s not a great idea, but I want to try to enjoy myself. I`m at a stage now where I don`t know how many months I have left. Who knows, maybe I`ll surprise everyone, but that`s how I`m looking at things," she said.

Sarah Harding writes about cancer battle in biography

04 February is World Cancer Day, a global initiative that raises awareness worldwide. Shocking facts have emerged this year, and all of them suggests that the woman needs to tread more carefully.

Your Story: Breast cancer overtakes Lung cancer to become most common

<p>Breast cancer has overtaken lung cancer as the most common form of the disease, the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Lung cancer was the most common type for the last two decades, but is now in second place, ahead of colorectal cancer, which is the third most widespread, Andre Ilbawi, a cancer specialist at the WHO, told a UN briefing ahead of World Cancer Day on Thursday.</p>

<p>Ilbawi noted that obesity in women was a common risk factor in breast cancer, and is also driving overall cancer numbers.</p>

<p>As the global population grows and life expectancy increases, cancer is expected to become more common, rising to about 30 million new cases per year in 2040 from 19.3 million in 2020.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, research has shown that the coronavirus pandemic is disrupting cancer treatment in about half the countries it surveyed owing to delays in diagnosis, healthcare workers being under extreme stress and research being impacted.</p>


Breast cancer has overtaken lung cancer as the most common form of the disease, the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday. Lung cancer was the most common type for the last two decades, but is now in second place, ahead of colorectal cancer, which is the third most widespread, Andre Ilbawi, a cancer specialist at the WHO, told a UN briefing ahead of World Cancer Day on Thursday.

Breast cancer has overtaken lung cancer as the most common form of the disease, the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday. Lung cancer was the most common type for the last two decades, but is now in second place, ahead of colorectal cancer, which is the third most widespread, Andre Ilbawi, a cancer specialist at the WHO, told a UN briefing ahead of World Cancer Day on Thursday. Ilbawi noted that obesity in women was a common risk factor in breast cancer, and is also driving overall cancer numbers. As the global population grows and life expectancy increases, cancer is expected to become more common, rising to about 30 million new cases per year in 2040 from 19.3 million in 2020. Meanwhile, research has shown that the coronavirus pandemic is disrupting cancer treatment in about half the countries it surveyed owing to delays in diagnosis, healthcare workers being under extreme stress and research being impacted.

Breast cancer is now the most commonly occurring cancer in the world

<p>A woman in France has given birth to a baby after her immature eggs were&nbsp;matured in a lab and frozen for use five years after she&nbsp;was left infertile by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-link-between-talcum-powder-and-ovarian-cancer-finds-major-study-272830">cancer</a> treatment.</p>

<p>She gave birth to a healthy boy&nbsp;named Jules who&nbsp;was the first baby to be born through the new procedure, according&nbsp;to fertility specialists at Antoine Béclère University hospital in Clamart near Paris.</p>

<p>''Two more women, one who was treated for breast cancer and another who was treated for lymphoma, were now pregnant after having the same procedure at the hospital,'' said Michaël Grynberg, the head of reproductive medicine and fertility preservation at the hospital.</p>

<p>''While the procedure was not particularly efficient, it allowed some women to have babies when they had exhausted other options,'' he added.</p>

<p>The unnamed woman was offered fertility counselling when she was about to start&nbsp;her&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-link-between-talcum-powder-and-ovarian-cancer-finds-major-study-272830">chemotherapy </a>for breast cancer at the age of 29.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-lawmakers-approve-ivf-for-lesbians-single-women-252435">French lawmakers approve IVF for lesbians, single women</a></strong></p>

<p>The drugs used in many cancer treatments are known to put fertility at risk.&nbsp;Doctors had ruled out the standard&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-lawmakers-approve-ivf-for-lesbians-single-women-252435">IVF</a>&nbsp;procedure of using hormones to stimulate the woman’s ovaries to produce eggs as they were&nbsp;concerned it might adversely affect her <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-link-between-talcum-powder-and-ovarian-cancer-finds-major-study-272830">cancer</a>.</p>

<p>Another alternative&nbsp;way was to remove and freeze some of the patient’s ovarian tissue and reimplant it when she recovered, but the woman considered the operation too invasive.</p>

<p>Instead, the woman opted for retrieval of early-stage eggs from her ovaries.&nbsp;These were matured in the lab and then vitrified, a process that freezes the cells rapidly in nitrogen to reduce the chances of ice crystals forming and rupturing them.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: First ever 'test tube baby' describes impact of IVF for families</strong></p>

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<p>Out of her seven frozen eggs, six survived the process.&nbsp;These were fertilised with sperm injections, but only one developed into a healthy embryo that gave rise to the successful pregnancy.</p>

<p>The boy was born on 6 July 2019 when the woman was 34.&nbsp;Details of the birth were published in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cancer-deaths-over-last-5-years-falling-in-european-union-study-204192">Annals of Oncology</a>.</p>

<p>The medical team is working to make the procedure more efficient.&nbsp;Eggs have been&nbsp;matured in the lab before&nbsp;and used to create embryos that have gone on to produce live births but this was the first birth from an egg matured in the lab and then frozen before use.</p>


A woman in France has given birth to a baby after her immature eggs were matured in a lab and frozen for use five years after she was left infertile by cancer treatment.

A woman in France has given birth to a baby after her immature eggs were matured in a lab and frozen for use five years after she was left infertile by cancer treatment. She gave birth to a healthy boy named Jules who was the first baby to be born through the new procedure, according to fertility specialists at Antoine Béclère University hospital in Clamart near Paris. ''Two more women, one who was treated for breast cancer and another who was treated for lymphoma, were now pregnant after having the same procedure at the hospital,'' said Michaël Grynberg, the head of reproductive medicine and fertility preservation at the hospital. ''While the procedure was not particularly efficient, it allowed some women to have babies when they had exhausted other options,'' he added. The unnamed woman was offered fertility counselling when she was about to start her chemotherapy for breast cancer at the age of 29. Also read: French lawmakers approve IVF for lesbians, single women The drugs used in many cancer treatments are known to put fertility at risk. Doctors had ruled out the standard IVF procedure of using hormones to stimulate the woman’s ovaries to produce eggs as they were concerned it might adversely affect her cancer. Another alternative way was to remove and freeze some of the patient’s ovarian tissue and reimplant it when she recovered, but the woman considered the operation too invasive. Instead, the woman opted for retrieval of early-stage eggs from her ovaries. These were matured in the lab and then vitrified, a process that freezes the cells rapidly in nitrogen to reduce the chances of ice crystals forming and rupturing them. Watch: First ever 'test tube baby' describes impact of IVF for families Out of her seven frozen eggs, six survived the process. These were fertilised with sperm injections, but only one developed into a healthy embryo that gave rise to the successful pregnancy. The boy was born on 6 July 2019 when the woman was 34. Details of the birth were published in Annals of Oncology. The medical team is working to make the procedure more efficient. Eggs have been matured in the lab before and used to create embryos that have gone on to produce live births but this was the first birth from an egg matured in the lab and then frozen before use.

First baby born through new egg-freezing technique in France

<p>A Google artificial intelligence system proved as good as expert radiologists at detecting which women had breast cancer based on screening mammograms and showed promise at reducing errors, researchers in the United States and Britain reported.</p>

<p>The study, published in the journal Nature on Wednesday, is the latest to show that artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to improve the accuracy of screening for breast cancer, which affects one in eight women globally.</p>

<p>Radiologists miss about 20% of breast cancers in mammograms, the American Cancer Society says, and half of all women who get the screenings over a 10-year period have a false-positive result.</p>

<p>The findings of the study, developed with Alphabet Inc's&nbsp;DeepMind AI unit, which merged with Google Health in September, represent a major advance in the potential for the early detection of breast cancer, Mozziyar Etemadi, one of its co-authors from Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, said.</p>

<p>The team, which included researchers at Imperial College London and Britain's National Health Service, trained the system to identify breast cancers on tens of thousands of mammograms.</p>

<p>They then compared the system's performance with the actual results from a set of 25,856 mammograms in the United Kingdom and 3,097 from the United States.</p>

<p>The study showed the AI system could identify cancers with a similar degree of accuracy to expert radiologists, while reducing the number of false positive results by 5.7 per cent in the US-based group and by 1.2 per cent in the British-based group.</p>

<p>It also cut the number of false negatives, where tests are wrongly classified as normal, by 9.4 per cent in the US&nbsp;group, and by 2.7% in the British group.</p>

<p>These differences reflect the ways in which mammograms are read. In the United States, only one radiologist reads the results and the tests are done every one to two years. In Britain, the tests are done every three years, and each is read by two radiologists. When they disagree, a third is consulted.</p>

<p><strong>'Subtle cues'</strong></p>

<p>In a separate test, the group pitted the AI system against six radiologists and found it outperformed them at accurately detecting breast cancers.</p>

<p>Connie Lehman, chief of the breast imaging department at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital, said the results are in line with findings from several groups using AI to improve cancer detection in mammograms, including her own work.</p>

<p>The notion of using computers to improve cancer diagnostics is decades old, and computer-aided detection (CAD) systems are commonplace in mammography clinics, yet CAD programs have not improved performance in clinical practice.</p>

<p>The issue, Lehman said, is that current CAD programs were trained to identify things human radiologists can see, whereas with AI, computers learn to spot cancers based on the actual results of thousands of mammograms.</p>

<p>This has the potential to "exceed human capacity to identify subtle cues that the human eye and brain aren't able to perceive," Lehman added.</p>

<p>Although computers have not been "super helpful" so far, "what we've shown at least in tens of thousands of mammograms is the tool can actually make a very well-informed decision," Etemadi said.</p>

<p>The study has some limitations. Most of the tests were done using the same type of imaging equipment, and the US group contained a lot of patients with confirmed breast cancers.</p>

<p>Crucially, the team has yet to show the tool improves patient care, said Dr Lisa Watanabe, chief medical officer of CureMetrix, whose AI mammogram program won US approval last year.</p>

<p>"AI software is only helpful if it actually moves the dial for the radiologist," she said.</p>

<p>Etemadi agreed that those studies are needed, as is regulatory approval, a process that could take several years.</p>


A Google artificial intelligence system proved as good as expert radiologists at detecting which women had breast cancer based on screening mammograms and showed promise at reducing errors, researchers in the United States and Britain reported.

A Google artificial intelligence system proved as good as expert radiologists at detecting which women had breast cancer based on screening mammograms and showed promise at reducing errors, researchers in the United States and Britain reported. The study, published in the journal Nature on Wednesday, is the latest to show that artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to improve the accuracy of screening for breast cancer, which affects one in eight women globally. Radiologists miss about 20% of breast cancers in mammograms, the American Cancer Society says, and half of all women who get the screenings over a 10-year period have a false-positive result. The findings of the study, developed with Alphabet Inc's DeepMind AI unit, which merged with Google Health in September, represent a major advance in the potential for the early detection of breast cancer, Mozziyar Etemadi, one of its co-authors from Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, said. The team, which included researchers at Imperial College London and Britain's National Health Service, trained the system to identify breast cancers on tens of thousands of mammograms. They then compared the system's performance with the actual results from a set of 25,856 mammograms in the United Kingdom and 3,097 from the United States. The study showed the AI system could identify cancers with a similar degree of accuracy to expert radiologists, while reducing the number of false positive results by 5.7 per cent in the US-based group and by 1.2 per cent in the British-based group. It also cut the number of false negatives, where tests are wrongly classified as normal, by 9.4 per cent in the US group, and by 2.7% in the British group. These differences reflect the ways in which mammograms are read. In the United States, only one radiologist reads the results and the tests are done every one to two years. In Britain, the tests are done every three years, and each is read by two radiologists. When they disagree, a third is consulted. 'Subtle cues' In a separate test, the group pitted the AI system against six radiologists and found it outperformed them at accurately detecting breast cancers. Connie Lehman, chief of the breast imaging department at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital, said the results are in line with findings from several groups using AI to improve cancer detection in mammograms, including her own work. The notion of using computers to improve cancer diagnostics is decades old, and computer-aided detection (CAD) systems are commonplace in mammography clinics, yet CAD programs have not improved performance in clinical practice. The issue, Lehman said, is that current CAD programs were trained to identify things human radiologists can see, whereas with AI, computers learn to spot cancers based on the actual results of thousands of mammograms. This has the potential to "exceed human capacity to identify subtle cues that the human eye and brain aren't able to perceive," Lehman added. Although computers have not been "super helpful" so far, "what we've shown at least in tens of thousands of mammograms is the tool can actually make a very well-informed decision," Etemadi said. The study has some limitations. Most of the tests were done using the same type of imaging equipment, and the US group contained a lot of patients with confirmed breast cancers. Crucially, the team has yet to show the tool improves patient care, said Dr Lisa Watanabe, chief medical officer of CureMetrix, whose AI mammogram program won US approval last year. "AI software is only helpful if it actually moves the dial for the radiologist," she said. Etemadi agreed that those studies are needed, as is regulatory approval, a process that could take several years.

Study finds Google system could improve breast cancer detection

<p>US&nbsp;endurance swimmer Sarah Thomas has become the first person to swim across the English Channel four times without stopping, refuelling only on a liquid formula during her 54-hour feat.</p>

<p>The 37-year-old woman from Colorado performed her record-breaking swim a year after receiving treatment for breast cancer, and dedicated her achievement to fellow cancer survivors.</p>

<p>She came ashore on a beach near Dover, on the south coast of England, on Tuesday morning, exhausted and with a sore throat from all the saltwater.</p>

<p>"I was throwing up, I was sick," she said, huddled in a towel.</p>

<p>"I was really just pretty numb," she told the BBC soon afterwards in a croaky voice.</p>

<p>"There were a lot of people on the beach to meet me and wish me well. That was really nice of them, but I feel just mostly stunned right now, I just can't believe we did it."</p>

<p>In theory, the route that Thomas swam should have been 80 miles (130 km) long, but due to strong currents in the Channel she in fact swam 130 miles (210 km). She said she saw lots of fish and jellyfish along the way.</p>

<p>Previously, four swimmers had crossed the water between England and France three times without stopping.</p>

<p>Thomas consumed only a liquid diet during her swim. Her support crew, following her in a boat, would throw her a bottle containing a mix of carbohydrates, electrolytes and some caffeine, with a little apple juice to improve the flavour.</p>

<p>"That's what I ate most of the way," she said.</p>

<p>Upon arrival, she tried to celebrate with champagne but found it did not go down well. She did manage to eat some M&amp;M chocolates.</p>

<p>"Hopefully I can sleep the rest of the day. I'm pretty out of it and pretty tired right now, for sure," she said.</p>


US endurance swimmer Sarah Thomas has become the first person to swim across the English Channel four times without stopping, refuelling only on a liquid formula during her 54-hour feat.

US endurance swimmer Sarah Thomas has become the first person to swim across the English Channel four times without stopping, refuelling only on a liquid formula during her 54-hour feat. The 37-year-old woman from Colorado performed her record-breaking swim a year after receiving treatment for breast cancer, and dedicated her achievement to fellow cancer survivors. She came ashore on a beach near Dover, on the south coast of England, on Tuesday morning, exhausted and with a sore throat from all the saltwater. "I was throwing up, I was sick," she said, huddled in a towel. "I was really just pretty numb," she told the BBC soon afterwards in a croaky voice. "There were a lot of people on the beach to meet me and wish me well. That was really nice of them, but I feel just mostly stunned right now, I just can't believe we did it." In theory, the route that Thomas swam should have been 80 miles (130 km) long, but due to strong currents in the Channel she in fact swam 130 miles (210 km). She said she saw lots of fish and jellyfish along the way. Previously, four swimmers had crossed the water between England and France three times without stopping. Thomas consumed only a liquid diet during her swim. Her support crew, following her in a boat, would throw her a bottle containing a mix of carbohydrates, electrolytes and some caffeine, with a little apple juice to improve the flavour. "That's what I ate most of the way," she said. Upon arrival, she tried to celebrate with champagne but found it did not go down well. She did manage to eat some M&M chocolates. "Hopefully I can sleep the rest of the day. I'm pretty out of it and pretty tired right now, for sure," she said.

US woman crosses Channel four times in record-breaking swim

<p>The consumption of sugary drinks has exploded worldwide in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cancer-deaths-over-last-5-years-falling-in-european-union-study-204192">recent decades and the high-calorie</a> beverages have already been associated with a elevated risk of obesity -&nbsp;itself recognised as a leading cancer risk factor.</p>

<p>A team of researchers in France wanted to assess the associations between heightened consumption of sugar drinks and the risks of overall cancer, as well as several cancer types, including breast, prostate and bowel cancers.</p>

<p>They surveyed more than 100,000 adults, with an average of age of 42, 79 per cent of whom were women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The participants, who were followed for a maximum of nine years, completed at least two 24-hour online validated dietary questionnaires, calculating their daily consumption of sugar and artificially sweetened beverages as well as 100 per cent fruit juices.</p>

<p>Researchers measured the daily intakes of sugary drinks against those of diet beverages and compared them to cancer cases in participants' medical records during the follow-up period.</p>

<p>They found that just a 100 ml increase per day of sugary drinks was associated with an 18 per cent increased risk of cancer, and with a 22 per cent increase in breast cancer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both sugar-sweetened drinks and fruit juices saw a similar higher risk association.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a follow-up, researchers found 2,193 cases of cancer were diagnosed, the average age at diagnosis being 59 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authors of the study, which appeared in the BMJ medical journal, stressed their work was based on observation and so could not establish the cause of cancer prognoses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But the sample size was large and they adjusted for a number of other influential factors.</p>

<p>Its authors suggested that, based on their findings, taxing sugary products could have a significant impact on cancer rates.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This large, well-designed study adds to the existing evidence that consumption of sugary drinks may be associated with increased risk of some cancers," Graham Wheeler, senior statistician of the Cancer Research UK said of the study.</p>


The consumption of sugary drinks has exploded worldwide in recent decades and the high-calorie beverages have already been associated with a elevated risk of obesity - itself recognised as a leading cancer risk factor.

The consumption of sugary drinks has exploded worldwide in recent decades and the high-calorie beverages have already been associated with a elevated risk of obesity - itself recognised as a leading cancer risk factor. A team of researchers in France wanted to assess the associations between heightened consumption of sugar drinks and the risks of overall cancer, as well as several cancer types, including breast, prostate and bowel cancers. They surveyed more than 100,000 adults, with an average of age of 42, 79 per cent of whom were women. The participants, who were followed for a maximum of nine years, completed at least two 24-hour online validated dietary questionnaires, calculating their daily consumption of sugar and artificially sweetened beverages as well as 100 per cent fruit juices. Researchers measured the daily intakes of sugary drinks against those of diet beverages and compared them to cancer cases in participants' medical records during the follow-up period. They found that just a 100 ml increase per day of sugary drinks was associated with an 18 per cent increased risk of cancer, and with a 22 per cent increase in breast cancer. Both sugar-sweetened drinks and fruit juices saw a similar higher risk association. During a follow-up, researchers found 2,193 cases of cancer were diagnosed, the average age at diagnosis being 59 years. Authors of the study, which appeared in the BMJ medical journal, stressed their work was based on observation and so could not establish the cause of cancer prognoses. But the sample size was large and they adjusted for a number of other influential factors. Its authors suggested that, based on their findings, taxing sugary products could have a significant impact on cancer rates. "This large, well-designed study adds to the existing evidence that consumption of sugary drinks may be associated with increased risk of some cancers," Graham Wheeler, senior statistician of the Cancer Research UK said of the study.

Just 100 ml consumption of sugary drinks can increase cancer risk: Study

<p>Ahead of the International Women's Day this Friday, a team of 100 hairdressers and beauticians attempted a world record in hair extension&nbsp;at a private university in Chennai.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With an aim to spread the awareness about self-examination and early detection of breast cancer, the team took over the mammoth task of braiding and attaching 450 meters of pink-coloured synthetic hair to an individual’s natural hair.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The feat was attempted using pink synthetic hair in order to the spread awareness about breast cancer and underline the importance of early detection to cure the debilitating disease at an early stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before the record was attempted, a workshop was conducted with the support of medical professionals who explained the process of self-examination to over 500 women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to WION, Menaka Ramkumar - an event organizer and the CEO of Da Extentionzz - said, “By training the beauticians in self-examination we would be able to spread the knowledge to the larger community via those women who visit these beauticians.” She also said that pink synthetic hair was used as opposed to natural human hair which is used to make wigs and is much more expensive.”<br />
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The record attempt did not have a specified deadline or time limit, however, the task had to be completed in a single session. 3 Hours and 11 minutes was the time taken by the team of qualified beauticians and hairdressers to complete the hair extension job. The team conducted multiple rehearsals prior to the attempt in order to perfect the process.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mahalakshmi Kamalakkanan, an event organizer and proprietor of a beauty salon said, “Cancer patients lose their confidence after hair-loss during chemotherapy and I understood this when my senior staff Tamil Selvi was battling cancer. Hence, it is also important to spread the word about synthetic wigs”. Instead of battling cancer at an advanced stage, women must be proactive and aware of self-examination, she added.</p>


Ahead of the International Women's Day this Friday, a team of 100 hairdressers and beauticians attempted a world record in hair extension at a private university in Chennai.

Ahead of the International Women's Day this Friday, a team of 100 hairdressers and beauticians attempted a world record in hair extension at a private university in Chennai. With an aim to spread the awareness about self-examination and early detection of breast cancer, the team took over the mammoth task of braiding and attaching 450 meters of pink-coloured synthetic hair to an individual’s natural hair. The feat was attempted using pink synthetic hair in order to the spread awareness about breast cancer and underline the importance of early detection to cure the debilitating disease at an early stage. Before the record was attempted, a workshop was conducted with the support of medical professionals who explained the process of self-examination to over 500 women. Speaking to WION, Menaka Ramkumar - an event organizer and the CEO of Da Extentionzz - said, “By training the beauticians in self-examination we would be able to spread the knowledge to the larger community via those women who visit these beauticians.” She also said that pink synthetic hair was used as opposed to natural human hair which is used to make wigs and is much more expensive.” The record attempt did not have a specified deadline or time limit, however, the task had to be completed in a single session. 3 Hours and 11 minutes was the time taken by the team of qualified beauticians and hairdressers to complete the hair extension job. The team conducted multiple rehearsals prior to the attempt in order to perfect the process. Mahalakshmi Kamalakkanan, an event organizer and proprietor of a beauty salon said, “Cancer patients lose their confidence after hair-loss during chemotherapy and I understood this when my senior staff Tamil Selvi was battling cancer. Hence, it is also important to spread the word about synthetic wigs”. Instead of battling cancer at an advanced stage, women must be proactive and aware of self-examination, she added.

Chennai beauticians, hairdressers attempt 483.5 meter-long hair extension record for cancer awareness

<p>Ayushmann Khurrana shared a beautiful pic Instagram where he is seen enjoying a romantic moment with his wife.<br />
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The couple looked adorable as Tahira is cuddling Ayushmann tightly.</p>

<p>Tahira Kashyap, Ayushmann Khurrana's wife is battling with breast cancer.</p>

<p>In the meantime, Ayushmann Khurrana seems to have fallen in love with his wife even deeper.</p>

<p>The actor captioned the pic as '’I will be fine’ she said'.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BpR-m0OBiM6/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">“I will be fine” she said</a></p>

<p style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;">A post shared by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayushmannk/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;" target="_blank"> Ayushmann Khurrana</a> (@ayushmannk) on <time datetime="2018-10-23T15:37:33+00:00" style=" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;">Oct 23, 2018 at 8:37am PDT</time></p>
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<p>The couple who are always in all praises for each other looked adorable in the picture.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tahira shared the same pic on Instagram and captioned it as 'This is a special one as this is a first for the both of us together. Haven’t gotten ourselves clicked like this in the past 17 years (including 10 years of marriage) except for the last time at our marriage..'</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BpEaMtkhn9v/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">This is a special one as this is a first for the both of us together. Haven’t gotten ourselves clicked like this in the past 17 years (including 10 years of marriage) except for the last time at our marriage where we adorned our wedding as Christmas baubles sitting on a red sofa accepting shagun that would contribute to the wedding expense. Yea very middle class but much fun. The memories of that day do tickle a funny bone but some are scarring like the one with the photographer. He made us make poses that were extremely cliched but then he had to exhibit his artistic side too. So from looking from the corner of our eyes towards each other, to looking away from each other with our hands intertwined strategically exposing our wedding bands. From him standing behind me &amp; me sitting in front of him &amp; visa versa. From his hand holding my hand but not directly, Alas that would be too tacky for the maverick behind the camera. So the genious had my husband run his hand from behind my waist &amp; hold my hand from the front &amp; his other hand ran from the front of my waist stretching enough to reach my other far fetched suffocated hand that was trying hard to breath through the little pores that were sparingly left sans the mehendi, the 2 dozen red &amp; white bangles, nani mama’s golden bangles, my mother’s favourite bangles, Babaji’s Kadda &amp; last but not the least the kalira’s (golden embellishments hanging from the bangles). Amidst the many such contortions the only one left was us twisting our bodies around each other like the Naag &amp; Naagin. Though that crazy man was making us dance to his tunes anyway! So from then to now, it’s quite a leap. Thanku @subisamuel @htbrunch I thought it really would require a special day for us to get ourselves clicked professionally. But I didn’t realise the day would just not be special it will also be memorable for not only am I more comfortable in my skin today but also for the awareness of the cause that I am spreading &amp; enduring. Guess there is still more scope to love myself hence going through another testing phase. I somehow feel I’ll surge. If I was ok being a X’mas tree at my wedding this better be ok! #breastcancerawareness</a></p>

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Ayushmann Khurrana shared a beautiful pic Instagram where he is seen enjoying a romantic moment with his wife. The couple looked adorable as Tahira is cuddling Ayushmann tightly.

Ayushmann Khurrana shared a beautiful pic Instagram where he is seen enjoying a romantic moment with his wife. The couple looked adorable as Tahira is cuddling Ayushmann tightly. Tahira Kashyap, Ayushmann Khurrana's wife is battling with breast cancer. In the meantime, Ayushmann Khurrana seems to have fallen in love with his wife even deeper. The actor captioned the pic as '’I will be fine’ she said'. View this post on Instagram “I will be fine” she said A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) on Oct 23, 2018 at 8:37am PDT × The couple who are always in all praises for each other looked adorable in the picture. Tahira shared the same pic on Instagram and captioned it as 'This is a special one as this is a first for the both of us together. Haven’t gotten ourselves clicked like this in the past 17 years (including 10 years of marriage) except for the last time at our marriage..' View this post on Instagram This is a special one as this is a first for the both of us together. Haven’t gotten ourselves clicked like this in the past 17 years (including 10 years of marriage) except for the last time at our marriage where we adorned our wedding as Christmas baubles sitting on a red sofa accepting shagun that would contribute to the wedding expense. Yea very middle class but much fun. The memories of that day do tickle a funny bone but some are scarring like the one with the photographer. He made us make poses that were extremely cliched but then he had to exhibit his artistic side too. So from looking from the corner of our eyes towards each other, to looking away from each other with our hands intertwined strategically exposing our wedding bands. From him standing behind me & me sitting in front of him & visa versa. From his hand holding my hand but not directly, Alas that would be too tacky for the maverick behind the camera. So the genious had my husband run his hand from behind my waist & hold my hand from the front & his other hand ran from the front of my waist stretching enough to reach my other far fetched suffocated hand that was trying hard to breath through the little pores that were sparingly left sans the mehendi, the 2 dozen red & white bangles, nani mama’s golden bangles, my mother’s favourite bangles, Babaji’s Kadda & last but not the least the kalira’s (golden embellishments hanging from the bangles). Amidst the many such contortions the only one left was us twisting our bodies around each other like the Naag & Naagin. Though that crazy man was making us dance to his tunes anyway! So from then to now, it’s quite a leap. Thanku @subisamuel @htbrunch I thought it really would require a special day for us to get ourselves clicked professionally. But I didn’t realise the day would just not be special it will also be memorable for not only am I more comfortable in my skin today but also for the awareness of the cause that I am spreading & enduring. Guess there is still more scope to love myself hence going through another testing phase. I somehow feel I’ll surge. If I was ok being a X’mas tree at my wedding this better be ok! #breastcancerawareness A post shared by tahirakashyap (@tahirakashyap) on Oct 18, 2018 at 2:09am PDT × The'Badhai ho' actor's wife had gone a mastectomy, on 22 September after which the doctor had detected initial stages of breast cancer.

Ayushmann Khurrana shares an adorable picture with wife Tahira Kashayp on Instagram

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