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Young Women

Welcome to lbbc.org's website community for young women affected by breast cancer. We know that your psychosocial and medical concerns are different than those of women over age 50, and we are dedicated to providing you with age-appropriate information and resources specific to your needs. Read about the latest breast cancer news and updates on clinical trials below, or use the navigation bar on the right to quickly and easily access medical and quality-of-life topics of interest to you. We hope the information and support offered in this section brings you comfort and empowers you to make informed choices about your treatment and well-being.

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In May 2006, Emily Scattergood, 37, was moving to Haddonfield, New Jersey, when ... read more
Breast Cancer News for Young Women

HHS Statement

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius issued a statement yesterday on new breast cancer screening recommen ... more

Mammography Guidelines

On November 16, 2009, The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced that it is ... more

Focus on Fertility

Counseling and educational information on protecting fertility could help women to make choices abou ... more

Clinical Trials for Young Women

Uncertainty in Young Women

Researchers seek African-American women to test materials designed for the needs of women under age ... more

Genetic Risk Factors for BC

Researchers hope to identify genetic factors that contribute to the onset and progression of breast ... more