Patient stories, provider advice mark invasive lobular breast cancer awareness event

Patient Stories and Provider Advice for Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness

Patient stories and expert advice from providers marked an event for invasive lobular breast cancer awareness.

Experts from Fred Hutch addressed questions such as why lobular breast cancers are often found at later stages, the biological hallmarks of the disease, and ways to reduce the risk of lobular breast cancer.

The event recognized Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, which represents the 15% of breast cancer patients diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) every year.

Similar events were held across the U.S. and the world, with 24 state governors issuing official proclamations to recognize the day.

Author's summary: Experts and patients discussed invasive lobular breast cancer awareness.

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