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What workouts help during and after breast cancer? After breast cancer or after menopause, women need to exercise using strength and resistance training to maintain muscle mass and health.

Learn expert tips on exercise, recovery, and feeling your best. https://bit.ly/49E3pyH

11.03.2026 18:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Movement can play an important role in supporting your health during and after #breastcancer treatment.

In this webinar, experts share how #exercise can benefit both your mind and body, along with simple tips to help you start moving with confidence. πŸ”— https://bit.ly/49E3pyH


08.03.2026 22:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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After a #mastectomy or #lumpectomy, breast forms (prostheses) may help restore symmetry and comfort without reconstructive surgery.

Options range from lightweight temporary forms to realistic silicone and custom-made prostheses. Learn more: https://bit.ly/464UqFs

08.03.2026 22:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #IWD26! πŸ’œ

Today and every day, we celebrate incredible people like YOU embracing a world where women and people have access to equitable breast cancer care and are empowered with the information needed to make decisions about their health care needs and can receive the care they deserve.

08.03.2026 17:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Reducing #lymphedema risk after #breastcancer surgery often starts before treatment begins. But even if you’ve already been diagnosed with lymphedema, there are ways to manage swelling and help prevent flare-ups from getting worse.

Here’s what to know: https://bit.ly/3Dy9382

#BreastCancerSurgery

07.03.2026 18:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If you’ve been diagnosed with lymphedema, understanding the stage of the condition can help guide treatment and symptom management.

Here’s what to know: https://bit.ly/4rpSLRS

#WorldLymphedemaDay #breastcancer #breastcancerwarrior

06.03.2026 16:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today is #WorldLymphedemaDay πŸ’œ Lymphedema is a common condition that can develop after breast cancer treatment. It may appear weeks, months, or even years after treatment.

Learn more about the connection between #breastcancer & #lymphedema and tips to help manage flare-ups: https://bit.ly/3TCOGuZ

06.03.2026 13:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Medicare Advantage plans are aggressively marketed to seniors, but if you’ve had a breast cancer diagnosis, they may not provide the affordable and high-quality coverage you need.

πŸ”—Here’s what to know: https://bit.ly/46KZj5T

#breastcancer #medicare #breastcancerwarrior #breastcancersurvivor

05.03.2026 22:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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If you've been diagnosed with #TNBC, visit our online community discussion forums for 24/7 peer support to ask questions and share experiences with others who really get what it's like to navigate life with TNBC.

πŸ’¬ Tap to join the conversation: https://bit.ly/3UZ1pKf

#TNBCThrivers #TNBCDay

04.03.2026 03:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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For people diagnosed with #TNBC, treatment can be complex and often involves multiple approaches.

Depending on the stage and specific characteristics of your cancer, here’s what to know about the treatments your doctor may recommend.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/TNBCawareness

#tnbcday #TNBCThriver

04.03.2026 00:52 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Early research in animals suggests that arachidonic acid, a fatty acid found in red meat, appears to reprogram immune cells in ways that help #TNBC tumors survive treatment. 🐭🧫

Read more: https://bit.ly/4eDT8TP

#BreastCancerResearch #TNBCDay #TNBCThrivers #TNBCresearch #BreastCancer

04.03.2026 00:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Early results for a potential #TripleNegativeBreastCancer vaccine are encouraging. 74% of participants triggered the immune response needed for the vaccine to work.

Here’s what it could mean for people at higher genetic or recurrence risk for #TNBC:
https://bit.ly/3YnJFbV

#TNBCDay

04.03.2026 00:14 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer during pregnancy left Anne facing unimaginable choices. When her first doctor advised ending the pregnancy before starting treatment, she knew she needed to seek a second opinion.

πŸ”— Read Anne’s story: https://bit.ly/3YnJFbV

#TNBCThriver #TNBC #TNBCDay

03.03.2026 21:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us tomorrow at 1 PM ET to connect with others who share the unique experiences of navigating life with metastatic TNBC.

πŸ“† First Wednesday of every month, 1 PM ET

Register for this month's meetup here: https://bit.ly/TNBC_MBC

#TNBCDay #TNBC #TripleNegativeBreastCancer #TNBCThriver

03.03.2026 19:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Triple-negative breast cancer (#TNBC) has limited targeted treatments. New research is exploring an antibody that blocks SFRP2, a protein that helps tumors grow.

Early findings suggest it may slow tumor growth and support the immune system’s attack on cancer cells. 🎧 Listen: https://bit.ly/3ON1PCu

03.03.2026 19:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Research suggests estrogen may influence how the immune system responds to cancer.

On our podcast, Dr. Donald McDonnell explains why combining hormonal therapy, like tamoxifen, with immunotherapy could improve treatment response in #TNBC. 🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/40elVZp

#TNBCDay #TNBCThriver

03.03.2026 17:08 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#TNBC accounts for about 10–15% of breast cancers and nearly 20% of those diagnosed in Black women.

This #TNBCDay, help raise awareness, share support, and spread hope for those navigating a diagnosis.

Explore resources here: https://bit.ly/TNBCawareness

#TripleNegativeBreastCancer

03.03.2026 14:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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DCIS or LCIS increases the risk of invasive breast cancer, but doctors haven’t had a reliable way to predict who will develop it.

New research suggests a polygenic risk score may help identify higher risk and support more personalized care. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rweEQc

#BreastCancerResearch

03.03.2026 02:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#FeeIItOnTheFirst

Studies show #TNBC is 33% less likely to be found on annual mammograms and more than 2x as likely to be diagnosed between screenings.

Because TNBC can grow quickly, knowing your normal matters β€” even after a recent mammogram. https://bit.ly/3PxAYXU

#BreastCancer #WomensHealth

02.03.2026 02:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Noticing a lump during your monthly self-exam can feel alarming. But not all breast lumps are cancerous; some can be benign breast conditions.

That said, it’s always important to have any new or unusual changes evaluated by your doctor. πŸ”— https://bit.ly/4kReLmS

#BreastCancer #WomensHealth

02.03.2026 00:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Research suggests that 50% to 60% of cases labeled HER2-negative may actually be HER2-low, and 10% to 20% may be HER2-ultralow.

Learn why that matters and what it could mean for your treatment options here: https://bit.ly/3OTwUV2

#breastcancer #HER2negative #breastcancersurvivors

28.02.2026 19:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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After being diagnosed with heart failure and losing her job, Naomi had to rebuild in ways she never expected after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

Here’s what she wants survivors and their loved ones to know about navigating the unknowns of life after #breastcancer. πŸ”— https://bit.ly/4czqTXs

28.02.2026 17:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If you’re considering prophylactic ovary removal to reduce your risk of both breast and ovarian cancer, here are some questions to add to your list to ask your surgeon: https://bit.ly/46plnmK πŸ“ πŸ‘€

#breastcancer #cancerpreventionmonth #Previvor #ovariancancer

27.02.2026 23:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exercise can change your life, at any age. πŸ’—

Regular physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. If you’ve been diagnosed, exercise may also lower the risk of recurrence.

Hear more from expert Sami Mansfield: https://bit.ly/49E3pyH

27.02.2026 21:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Metabolic screening is not routinely part of breast cancer survivorship care. Yet a growing body of research suggests that conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol may influence recurrence and long-term survival.

πŸ”— Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Hb6ElO

#BreastCancer


27.02.2026 02:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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#Malebreastcancer accounts for about 1% of cases. The numbers are small β€” but it does happen.

Jake Messier shares what it’s like to navigate metastatic breast cancer as a man and why he’s pushing for better male representation in research.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/3ZKiitz

#breastcancer

27.02.2026 00:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Removing the ovaries to lower cancer risk may offer benefits, but it’s important to weigh them against possible side effects. Here’s what research shows about how prophylactic ovary removal can affect the body in the short-term and over time: https://bit.ly/41EcRh5

πŸŽ—οΈ #cancerpreventionmonth

25.02.2026 18:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hormonal birth control is safe for most people, but for some, it may slightly increase breast cancer risk. Learn more about the benefits, risks, and considerations for different birth control options here: bit.ly/4gVAzvB

#BreastCancer #CancerPreventionMonth #BreastCancerRisk #BRCA #GeneticTesting

25.02.2026 00:08 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Whether you’re newly diagnosed, navigating treatment, or living with metastatic #breastcancer, food choices can feel confusing.

Join us today for a supportive conversation about nourishment, side effects, and how eat when nothing sounds good. πŸ₯¬πŸ“ Get your login here: https://bit.ly/4aiQFh4

24.02.2026 15:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Following cancer prevention lifestyle recommendations before, during, and after being diagnosed with high-risk #BreastCancer cuts the risk of recurrence and death, study finds.

πŸ”— Read more: https://bit.ly/3uEDrtg

#CancerPreventionMonth #BreastCancerResearch #BreastCancerRisks

23.02.2026 23:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0