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IMAGINIS.COM BREAST HEALTH NEWSLETTER VOLUME 2, ISSUE 29 DECEMBER 7, 2000 Thousands of breast cancer patients, survivors and healthcare professionals receive the Imaginis.com Breast Health Newsletter, which is published by email every week. If you would like to add the email addresses of your friends and family to the newsletter mailing list, please visit http://www.imaginis.com/newsletter/ If you have questions, comments or suggestions regarding this newsletter or about your subscription status, please email us at mailto:breasthealth@imaginis.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ SIEMENS PROUDLY SPONSORS IMAGINIS.COM Through its proud sponsorship of Imaginis.com, Siemens is dedicated to providing comprehensive information and service to improve and advance women's health. To learn more about Siemens involvement in women's health, please visit http://www.imaginis.com/siemens/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ BREAST HEALTH NEWS 1. RESEARCHERS EXPLORE LINK BETWEEN POLLUTANTS AND BREAST CANCER RISK While researchers have identified several biological factors that may increase the risk of breast cancer (including age, family history, early onset of menstruation, late menopause, etc.), environmental causes for breast cancer have been more difficult to pinpoint. After a 1993 study suggested that four banned pollutants contributed to higher rates of breast cancer in certain New York counties, the Long Island Breast Cancer Study Project was developed to help identify environmental factors that contribute to breast cancer risk. A small study by the American Health Foundation is the first of more than 10 studies on this topic to be completed for the Long Island Breast Cancer Study Project. Click here to read more: http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news12.05.00.asp 2. TYPE OF BREAST CANCER SURGERY A WOMAN RECEIVES DEPENDS ON SURGEON'S CHOICE The type of surgery a breast cancer patient receives depends largely on the choice of her surgeon, according to a new study.  Previous studies have suggested that geographical location may influence the type of treatment patients receive.  However, this latest research finds that surgeon-patient interaction is most important in determining whether a woman will undergo breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) or mastectomy (removal of the entire breast). Click here to read more: http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news12.06.00.asp 3. THE LATEST ADVANCES IN BREAST IMAGING TECHNOLOGY The field of breast imaging is rapidly advancing at the beginning of the 21st century. While mammography remains the only exam approved by the U.S. FDA to help screen for breast cancer in women with no signs or symptoms of the disease, there are several exciting developments in diagnostic breast imaging. Many of these technologies were showcased at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) held last week in Chicago. Click here to read more: http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news12.01.00.asp 4. PHYSICIAN PANEL DISCUSSES DIFFICULTIES FOR MAMMOGRAPHY FACILITIES In recent years, many mammography facilities have been forced to provide fewer mammograms to patients, or in some cases, close their centers completely. At the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), a panel of physicians pointed to low reimbursement rates and threats of malpractice as the primary problems for mammography facilities. As more and more women begin to get annual mammograms at age 40, the amount of time women must wait to get a mammogram from the time they schedule an appointment is turning into weeks or even months. Many physicians fear that scheduling frustrations will cause many women to not have their annual mammograms. Click here to read more: http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news12.04.00.asp 5. COMPUTER-AIDED DETECTION TECHNOLOGY MAY HELP IMPROVE ACCURACY OF MAMMOGRAMS While mammography helps detect approximately 85% of all breast cancers and is considered the 'gold standard' of breast imaging exams, mammography can miss up to 15% of breast cancers. However, a new study finds that the use of computer-aided detection (CAD) technology can significantly increase the number of cancers detected with mammography. CAD technology can help detect cancers in very early stages, when breast cancer treatment is most likely to be successful. Click here to read more: http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news11.30.00.asp +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ IMAGINIS PATIENT AND PROFESSIONAL DISCUSSIONS The Imaginis Discussions have been designed to help promote the discussion of a variety of women's health topics, including breast cancer, medical imaging and related health topics. The Patient Discussions are designed to bring women together who have shared similar experiences. Breast cancer patients, survivors, and all women interested in breast health issues are encouraged to participate in the Patient Discussions. In addition, Imaginis has recently added a Professional Discussion section to bring physicians and other healthcare providers together to discuss the latest women's health issues. Click here to visit the Imaginis Discussions: http://www.imaginis.com/discussions/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VISIT THE NEW IMAGINIS BOOKSTORE FOR PATIENTS AND PROFESSIONALS The newly redesigned Imaginis Bookstore contains over 130 titles on breast health, breast cancer, medical imaging, and other women's health topics. The bookstore is divided into two sections, one for patients and the other for healthcare professionals. The books in the patient bookstore have been written for the general public and cover all aspects of breast cancer and related health topics. The healthcare professionals section contains books written specifically for physicians, nurses, medical imaging technologists, and other healthcare professionals. Click here to visit the bookstore: http://www.imaginis.com/bookstore/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ HAVING TROUBLE ACCESSING THE LINKS IN THIS NEWSLETTER? 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