Tag: Breast Cancer
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Breast cancer screening in Quebec start at 45, INESSS review
What the INESSS recommendation says Quebec is preparing to re-evaluate its approach to breast cancer screening after the Institut national d’excellence en santé et en services sociaux (INESSS) published an opinion on Monday afternoon. The document suggests that breast cancer screening could reasonably begin at age 45 for average‑risk individuals, while warning that any broad…
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INESSS Recommends Expanding Breast Cancer Screening in Quebec
INESSS Recommends Expanding Breast Cancer Screening to 45-49 In a highly anticipated advisory published this week, the Institut national d’excellence en santé et services sociaux (INESSS) recommends broadening the Quebec breast cancer screening program to include women aged 45 to 49, with a careful, phased rollout. The goal is to strengthen early detection, reduce late-stage…
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Truqap joins PBS: Cost relief for Australians with metastatic breast cancer
Truqap on PBS: Cost relief for metastatic breast cancer patients The federal government has added Truqap, a significant treatment option for breast cancer, to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) starting 1 October, coinciding with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This move is designed to make high-cost therapies more affordable for Australians facing metastatic disease, reducing the…
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Early Detection Can Save Your Life: The Pink Covenant Initiative
About the Pink Covenant Initiative In October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Israel’s leading labor union Histadrut, the women’s organizations Na’amat, and the nonprofit One in Nine have joined forces to launch the Pink Covenant. This nationwide effort seeks to democratize knowledge about early detection and ensure every woman knows where to turn for support, from…
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Truqap joins PBS, slashing costs for metastatic breast cancer patients
Truqap joins PBS, a milestone for Australian breast cancer care Thousands of Australians living with metastatic breast cancer will get relief from mounting treatment costs as the federal government adds Truqap to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from October 1, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. What this means for patients On PBS, Truqap becomes subsidised, so…
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IIT-Madras launches cancer genome and tissue bank to advance India’s precision oncology
Revolutionizing cancer care in India Cancer remains a leading global killer, and India faces a rising burden that calls for therapies tailored to its diverse population. IIT-Madras is answering that call with a pioneering cancer genome and tissue bank. The initiative aims to collect and study thousands of tumor samples, enabling researchers to test therapies…
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Early Detection Saves Lives: The Pink Covenant Campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness in Israel
Why early detection matters Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Israel, with about 5,500 new cases each year. When diagnosed early, survival rates exceed 90%, turning what could be a life‑changing diagnosis into a manageable journey. Behind the statistics are real women—mothers, sisters, friends—whose lives are enriched by timely screening, accurate…
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Truqap on PBS: Lower Costs for Australian Breast Cancer
Truqap joins the PBS: A milestone in Australian cancer care Australian health authorities have announced a landmark step for metropolitan and regional patients alike. From Wednesday, October 1, the breast cancer drug Truqap will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), coinciding with the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The move means Truqap,…
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IIT-Madras Launches India’s Cancer Genome and Tissue Bank
IIT-Madras launches a cancer genome and tissue bank India is witnessing a bold step forward in cancer research as the Indian Institute of Technology Madras announces a cancer genome and tissue bank designed to power personalized therapy. The initiative, supported by the Bharat Cancer Genome Atlas, aims to translate genomic insights into precise, affordable care…
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Early Detection Can Save Lives: The Pink Awareness Initiative
Why breast cancer early detection matters Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Israel, with about 5,500 new cases each year. Detecting the disease in its early stages dramatically increases the chance of cure, improving survival to over 90%. Behind every statistic are real women—mothers, sisters, friends—whose stories motivate a national effort…