october 2021
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In this issue, we highlight our recent and ongoing research to improve breast cancer screening and outcomes.
Breast density is a risk factor for older women, too
Findings in JAMA Network Open could help guide decision-making about breast cancer screening for women 75 and older.
Prioritizing breast cancer screening during COVID-19
As breast cancer screening rates rebound, Erin Bowles, MPH, reflects on maintaining “pink ribbon” awareness year-round.
Leading innovations in cancer care
KPWHRI began studying how to provide life-saving breast cancer screening in 1986. Today, our scientists lead efforts to improve screening and survivorship for breast, cervical, and lung cancers, among other cancer types.
OTHER RESEARCH NEWS
COVID-19 vaccines and serious reactions: 3 questions answered
KPWHRI Biostatistics Director Jen Nelson, PhD, talks about monitoring reactions to the mRNA vaccines.
There’s no place like home … to track blood pressure
Research led by KPWHRI’s Beverly Green, MD, MPH, finds that patients prefer at-home monitoring of blood pressure.
How to lower your risk of dementia
It’s never too late (or too soon) to take preventive steps. And, with a new grant, Kaiser Permanente scientists are looking for more ways to support healthy aging.
Recognition
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