Patient stories, provider advice, and expert insights marked an invasive lobular breast cancer awareness event.
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.
The event recognized Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, which represents the 15% of breast cancer patients diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC) each year.
The event was part of a global movement, with patient and provider events held across the U.S. and the world, and 24 state governors issuing official proclamations to recognize the day.
Author's summary: Experts and patients discuss invasive lobular breast cancer awareness.