Breast cancer

The test that could save millions of women from chemotherapy and is available in Israel

A large-scale international study has found that an advanced genomic test can identify which breast cancer patients can avoid aggressive treatment that could harm the body.

The test that could save millions of women from chemotherapy and is available in Israel
DORAL, FLORIDA - MAY 03: Vanessa Trump arrive to the course during the final round of the Cadillac Championship 2026 at Trump National Doral Miami on May 03, 2026 in Doral, Florida.

Vanessa Trump announces breast cancer diagnosis, says she is ‘hopeful’

Cancer Cell Spread and oncology or Malignant Cancerous Growth and Metastasis anatomy concept as growing tumor cells and Malignancy disease spreading metastasized as a 3D illustration.

New Israeli-led AI model to predict chemotherapy benefit in breast cancer

Women’s Health Mobile Unit.

Meuhedet’s women’s health mobile increases early detection of breast cancer


Men get it too: Breakthrough in diagnosing and treating male breast cancer

While detecting breast cancer in women is routinely covered, a breakthrough in research has deciphered the male breast cancer genome, possibly leading to faster diagnosis and treatment for men.

 Israeli researcher Eilam Yeini examines a microscope image of a blood vessel tube surrounded by cancer tissues, as part of a brain cancer research that uses patients' cells to make 3D printed models of tumours, at Tel Aviv University, Israel August 17, 2021.

Peres Center announces ‘GamAni Prize’ in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Gam Ani Prize is designed to honor women and men who have shown exemplary leadership in various facets of the fight against breast cancer.

 Gam Ani's "GamAni Running Club" initiative embodies a national community-driven effort that unites women engaged in the battle against breast cancer.

Ofer Malls organizing activity for One in Nine association in 18 malls

Special-made luxury pearl bracelets by designer and fashion anchor Eti Kobo will be sold, at a symbolic price of NIS 2Nine, as a donation to One in Nine.

 The bracelet

Breast cancer awareness raised in October must be maintained every day - editorial

There has been a drop in the number of Israelis diagnosed with breast cancer and an increase in the percentage of those diagnosed at an early stage, according to the Health Ministry's figures.

 Illustrative image of a breast cancer ribbon.

Herzog's home was lit up pink, but why? - Explainer

The President’s House has been lit up in pink after sunset for a week to mark International Breast Cancer Awareness

 President Herzog's home lit up pink.

Number of Israelis with untreatable breast cancer drops significantly

The number of cases that are diagnosed while still treatable has also been on the rise.

 Illustrative image of a breast cancer ribbon.

High levels of air pollution increase risk of breast cancer, study finds

Scientists conducted one of the largest studies to date looking at the relationship between air pollution and breast cancer incidence.

 Heavy industry air pollution (illustartion)

An innovative test that helps tailor the optimal treatment for breast cancer patients

Prof. Tamar Peretz

Israeli scientists make model to test for breast cancer genetic risk - study

According to researchers at Tel Aviv University (TAU), this new model could help with personalized early detection for breast cancer.

 A 3D rendering of cancer cells (Illustrative).

Doctors treat hypoglycemic lung cancer patient with breast cancer drug - study

The patient with malignant lung cancer suffered from a rare complication in which the tumor secretes a protein that causes acute hypoglycemia. Israeli doctors used a breast cancer drug to treat it.

 An illustrative image of lung cancer.