Breast cancer

The latest news and patient stories about breast cancer from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Doctor showing patient her mammogram imagery

Mammogram call-backs: Should you be concerned?

Ten percent of women are asked to return for follow-up screening after a mammogram.

Benilda Morris adds color to her daughter's gravesite

Running through grief

Before losing her life to breast cancer at 32, Ronnell dreamed of completing the SoCal Triple Crown race series. Now, her mother, Benilda, runs in her honor.

Hands holding a package of birth control pills

Does taking birth control pills increase breast cancer risk?

The connection between breast cancer and the estrogen and progestin in birth control pills has long been debated.

How to recognize the signs of breast cancer

Regular mammograms are vital. But you can be your own best health advocate by also knowing the signs of breast cancer and taking action when needed.

Getting your first mammogram

Your first mammogram might seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn what to expect before, during and after your first breast cancer screening.

Woman giving herself a breast cancer self-exam

Are breast self-exams a thing of the past?

The American Cancer Society no longer recommends breast self-exams, but for some, they still hold value.

Woman getting a mammogram for breast cancer detection

Can I get breast cancer if I have dense breasts?

Dr. Lori Uyeno, a breast surgeon affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, explains that having dense breasts can increase the risk of developing breast cancer.