The Male Breast Cancer Blog

My Story: Persistence, Endurance and Purpose My story actually begins in the fall of 1998 when my mom was first diagnosed with breast cancer. I’ve had aunts, my dad’s sisters, have it but this was my mom, how could this be? There was no history, as far as we knew of breast cancer on her side of the family, but here we were nonetheless. After discussing what laid in store as far as treatment was concerned, she began to cry. Not for herself, but she was worried that the new bab

When Madelyn first tells people that her dad has breast cancer, most people react the same way. There's usually a long pause, then a confused look, and then the inevitable question: “Wait, did you say breast cancer?” It’s a reaction she’s grown used to—but also one that has motivated her to take action. “They kept telling him, ‘You’re one in a million,’ and that didn’t make him feel special — it made him feel alone,” she says. Dickens is a second-year medical student at Michi

Golftini and HIS Breast Cancer Awareness Unite for a Cause October is recognized around the world as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and continue the vital work of education, early detection, and research. This year, HIS Breast Cancer Awareness is proud to partner with Golftini , a family-run golf apparel company whose story and mission share a powerful connection to breast cancer awareness and family strength. Founded by

A misconception about breast cancer is that it only affects women. While this idea is common, it is also incorrect. Breast cancer can and...

On Aug 2nd, I turn 70! In October 2008 I received my first Cancer Diagnosis. It was Male Breast Cancer. I was 54! In April 2010 I...

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with male breast cancer, you know all too well the shock, the confusion, and the feeling of...

What to Expect on Your First Day of Chemotherapy Being diagnosed with cancer is a scary time and can bring feelings of uncertainty,...

What comes in fours? Suits of cards (spade, heart, clover, diamonds), Seasons (winter, spring, summer, fall), Siblings (separately or...

Let’s talk BRCA! If the BReast CAncer gene refers to breasts, then why do we include men? Men have breast tissue, men can carry BRCA1 or...

June 2022 True Negative vs Uninformative Negative One of the most important areas to understand about genetic testing is the types of...

“I want to do genetic testing to see if I have the cancer gene”. This is a common phrase I hear from my patients as a genetic counselor...

HIS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS FOUNDATION, Inc. unveils a NEW LOGO designed to update their message and branding. Since it’s inception in...

My name is Craig. I am a 62 year old black man. I was exercising moderately to help control my diabetes and high blood pressure. Being...

In October 2008, after feeling a small mass under my left nipple, I was diagnosed with MALE BREAST CANCER. Unlike a female breast cancer...

My name is Thomas and I'm a 45 year old male breast cancer survivor. Last year I was diagnosed with male breast cancer.I have been...

By Barry Cogan On the Wednesday before Labor Day 2011, I asked my wife (Sandy) to look at my left breast and in particular my left...

Thirteen years ago, this week, I heard those infamous words: “Mr. Singer, Sir You Have Breast Cancer!” It was not that shocking to hear,...