Read here blogs written by the OWise team. The team, all scientists, discuss topics that may be of interest to you. So far the topics have been highlighted by our close collaborators including patients, carers, cancer clinicians, support workers and other health care professionals. If you have any suggestions for an interesting blog, please get in touch!
This blog covers research on the effects of breast cancer treatments on fertility and the currently available fertility preservation methods.
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Find out what hormone therapy resistance means, how it happens, and how it may affect you and your treatment plan.
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In this blog, we shine a spotlight on the incredible work of the UK’s first cancer tattoo charity: The Nipple Innovation Project.
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Self advocacy and being an active participant in your health care team is a process. Useful approaches may vary between individuals.
This blog aims to help those who wish to further participate and have a more active role in their own care but feel unsure how to begin.
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Joint pain is common amongst breast cancer patients using aromatase inhibitors, such as anastrozole. Learn more about the various ways of managing this symptom.
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Tamoxifen is one of the widely prescribed breast cancer treatments for premenopausal women.But, did you know that the effectiveness of this drug can be boosted or compromised based on everyday foods and drinks?
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While not always discussed in the doctor’s office, breast cancer treatment can have an effect on the genital and urinary areas.
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In our third blog with Make2ndsCount, we’ll be looking in depth at current and future treatments for HER2 secondary breast cancer patients.
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Coming to the end of your active treatment period for breast cancer? This blog explores how to manage the new changes during this time.
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In partnership with HeadWrappers this blog looks at cancer treatment related hair loss and management techniques.
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In our third blog with Make2ndsCount, we’ll be looking in depth at current and future treatments for HER2 secondary breast cancer patients.
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Genomic tests have changed how cancer is treated. In this blog we explain the objective and the different types of genomic tests available.
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In this blog we want to share with you the experience from Jacqui Crewe, a secondary patient with HR+, HER- breast cancer.
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Lymphoedema & cording are both commonly overlooked breast cancer treatment side effects. Learn more about how they can affect the body in this blog!
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In the first blog of our series in partnership with Make2ndsCount, we explore hormone receptor positive secondary breast cancer. Find out all the treatment options and the latest advances for this type of cancer.
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In the final part of our surgery miniseries, we look at the long-term effects of life post-surgery, including mental and physical wellbeing.
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We have partnered up with the charity Make 2nds Count to launch an innovative six-part blog series. Every second Thursday we will look at the different types of secondary breast cancer and treatments available. We will also be hearing from patients about their own experiences.
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Find out everything about lumpectomy and radiotherapy, as well as some results from recent clinical trials, and useful tips for you to manage common side effects caused by these treatments.
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Surgery is one of the first treatments a breast cancer patient receives. Find out more about the different types of mastectomy and breast reconstruction.
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While not always discussed in the Doctor’s office, breast cancer treatment can significantly impact on your sexual and intimate life.
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While not always discussed in the Doctor’s office, breast cancer treatment can significantly impact on your sexual and intimate life.
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Join us for our conversation with Look Good Feel Better, and find out their top tips for managing changes in appearance from cancer
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Find out about therapy before surgery (neoadjuvant) in breast cancer. In this blog, we cover
the main aspects, its impact on surgery and long-term outcomes.
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We know that drug names can be confusing. That’s why we’re untangling drug terminology. Starting with the monoclonal antibodies (AKA the mabs).
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