Very young children who eat French fries frequently have a much higher risk of breast cancer

Reuters, August 18, 2005
Very young children who eat French fries frequently have a much higher risk of breast cancer as adults, U.S. researchers reported. A study of American nurses found that one additional serving of fries per week at ages three to five increased breast cancer risk by 27 percent.

Imaging in breast cancer: magnetic resonance imaging

Constance D Lehman and Mitchell D Schnall. Breast Cancer Res. 2005;7(5):215-9. Epub 2005 Aug 5
Over the past 5 years there has been a marked increase in the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breast. Multiple research studies have confirmed improved cancer detection, diagnosis, and evaluation of response to therapy with breast MRI compared with mammography and ultrasound. As this exciting new technology advances, focused work in optimal scan protocols, appropriate clinical applications, and image interpretation are needed. Both the potential benefits and harms need to be evaluated to guide optimal use of this imaging modality in select patient populations.

Breast cancer--new and emerging technologies for diagnosis and managemen

Houssami, Nehmat, et al. Australian Family Physician, 2005 Aug;34(8):657-61
Discusses established and emerging technologies in breast cancer care, with an emphasis on technologies in diagnosis and treatment supported by evidence. These include percutaneous core biopsy techniques and breast imaging in diagnosis.