Preventing breast cancer: When medication matters

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In this episode:

  • Identifying women who could benefit from breast cancer prevention drugs
  • Using family history and breast density to assess risk
  • Overview of prevention medications and their differences
  • Practical guidance on benefits, side effects and monitoring

 

Expert: Prof Kelly Phillips, Consultant Medical Oncologist

Host: Dr Terri Foran, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 32 mins

 

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Last Updated: 18 Dec, 2025

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