Objective.—To provide recommendations for cancer surveillance and risk reduction for
individuals carrying mutations in theBRCA1orBRCA2genes. Participants.—A task force with …

This article applies recent developments in cognitive–social theory to health-protective
behavior, articulating a Cognitive-Social Health Information Processing (C-SHIP) model …

In order to be approved for marketing in the United States, drugs must be proven to be safe
and effective using “adequate and well‐controlled investigations.” This chapter clarifies the …

Abstract In 2003, the American Cancer Society updated its guidelines for early detection of
breast cancer based on recommendations from a formal review of evidence and a recent …

Background: Among women who practice breast self-examination (BSE), breast cancers
may be detected when they are at an earlier stage and are smaller than in women who do …

Women with a family history of breast cancer are at increased risk for developing the
disease. This study investigated the beliefs of women at high risk for breast cancer (one or …

Breast self-examination (BSE) is widely recommended for breast cancer prevention.
Following recent controversy over the efficacy of mammography, it may be seen as an …

Background Women with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations have an increased risk of breast
cancer and ovarian cancer. Prophylactic mastectomy and oophorectomy are often …

Objectives: To evaluate the evidence relating to the effectiveness of breast self-examination
(BSE) to screen for breast cancer and to provide recommendations for routine teaching of …

Health, United States, 2008 is the 32nd report on the health status of the Nation and is
submitted by the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to the …