Early detection and treatment can save lives.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer type in women worldwide. In China, it is the most common malignancy and also the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Chinese females.
A study by American Cancer Society lists common risk factors of breast cancer, including those not modifiable (age, family history, and menstruation patterns) and modifiable (the use of menopausal hormones, postmenopausal obesity, alcohol consumption, and breastfeeding).
The sessions will be led by Dr. Zhang Bao Ning, a specialist physician, professor and doctoral student mentor from the Cancer Institute & Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Science. According to OASIS, Dr. Zhang specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of breast, digestive and soft tissue tumors and has in-depth knowledge of early detection of non-palpable breast lesions, breast conserving therapy for early breast cancer, breast reconstruction (stage 1) and sentinel lymph node biopsies. He will be joined by Dr. Brian Jia, a surgeon specializing in the treatment of thyroid, breast, and GI tumors.
OASIS Breast Health Center Grand Opening, March 5
Adults. Patients should bring along any past medical documentation: test results, medical history etc, for a more complete and in-depth consult. 3.15-5pm. To register, email Ashley.Gaul@oasishealth.cn and state your name, contact number and a short description of your condition, past consultations and medical history.
Sources: WHO, American Cancer Society, Science Direct, OASIS International Hospital
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