Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Event
Patient stories and provider advice marked an event raising awareness about invasive lobular breast cancer.
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 potential ways to reduce the risk of lobular breast cancer.
- Patient stories were shared during the event.
- Epidemiological findings were presented.
- New developments in screening and clinical trials for invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) were discussed.
24 state governors issued official proclamations recognizing Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, which represents the 15% of breast cancer patients diagnosed with ILC every year.
The event was held at Fred Hutch Cancer Center on October 15, with similar events taking place across the U.S. and the world.
Author's summary: Experts and patients discussed invasive lobular breast cancer awareness.