Humor and Healing

Research shows the link between humor and healing, and how a good laugh can help your body create cancer-fighting cells.

Treatment Options for Breast Cancer

Dr. Lisa K. Jacobs, Johns Hopkins Breast Surgeon and Director of the HCGH Breast Center describes what a patient can expect after a breast lump or abnormality is discovered.

Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients

How Hopkins helps the newly diagnosed—thanks to advances in treatment, 85% of them will be survivors.

I’ve Been There

As a two-time breast cancer survivor, Lillie Shockney shares her personal experience battling the disease.

Lumpectomy, Mastectomy and Reconstruction after Breast Cancer

Dr. Lisa K. Jacobs, Johns Hopkins Breast Surgeon and Director of the HCGH Breast Center, explains some of the treatment options for breast cancer including lumpectomy, mastectomy and breast reconstruction.

Mastectomy Surgery

At Johns Hopkins, the skin sparing mastectomy is the most common type of mastectomy surgery. This animation demonstrates the advanced surgical procedure that preserves the skin during the removal of the breast, allowing for a better reconstruction result.

Mastectomy Surgery and Your Self Image

Lillie talks about her own breast cancer diagnosis and how mastectomy affected her self-image.

Age and Lifestyle

Prevention starts early. Take control of your breast health by maintaining a healthy lifestyle at every age.

Who should get genetic testing?

Recommended criteria for who should be tested and which issues you should consider beforehand.

Know Your Options for Breast Reconstruction

Most women treated for breast cancer are eligible for breast reconstruction. Learn about your many options.

Why I Do What I Do

Lillie believes she was destined to help women with breast cancer. Hear about one patient who helped inspire her.

Inherited Breast Cancer Concerns

Dr. Kala Visvanathan discusses cancer as a family disease, who may be a good candidate for genetic testing, how testing is done, and what individuals need to know if they test positive for a genetic mutation.