Breast Cancer ChroniclesI'm Lillie Shockney, administrative director of the Johns Hopkins Avon Foundation Breast Center. I'm also a breast cancer survivor with a passion for empowering women to take charge of their health.Does Working the Night Shift Increase Cancer Risk- August 30, 2008 Low levels of the hormone melatonin are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5855/does-working-the-night-shift-increase-ca... Having a Baby After Breast Cancer- August 27, 2008 A study recently published by the Dana Farber Cancer Institute found that the ability of premenopausal women to conceive could be impaired by chemotherapy.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5851/having-a-baby-after-breast-cancer/ What Should Be Included in a Breast Self-Exam- August 22, 2008 We all have nooks and crannies that are part of our individual "normal" findings. If you find a new lump, bump, indentation, or other change, visit your doctor real soon.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5849/what-should-be-included-in-a-breast-self... Protect That Summer Cleavage- August 19, 2008 Even if you think (wrongly!) that you are somehow immune to getting skin cancer, regular use of sun block will help keep your breast skin soft, supple, and freckle-free.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5846/protect-that-summer-cleavage/ 'My Husband Wants Me to Have Implants.' Are They Safe- August 16, 2008 Only consider getting breast implants if that is what you want. Period.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5829/my-husband-wants-me-to-have-implants-are... The Color of Your Nipple Discharge Matters- August 8, 2008 You may not know that nipple discharge can vary in color, but it can. Find out more about what color can indicate.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5807/the-color-of-your-nipple-discharge-matte... Breast Implants - In This Case, There's a Catch- August 6, 2008 I have no problem with women having breast augmentation. It's a matter of personal choice.http://health.yahoo.com/experts/breastcancer/5804/breast-implantsin-this-case-theres-a-cat... |