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Breast Cancer

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November 15, 2024 It takes a family — A 10-year journey with cancer

Braden Graham recalls gathering his three children — Ben, George and Mallory — for a family meeting, the kind they usually held to coordinate schedules,…

November 13, 2024 At the crossroads of cancer, research and family

For Sarah Vander Baan, giving is about connection. She's involved in a variety of positive, engaging and impactful organizations, each touching various aspects of…

January 31, 2023 Study reveals drivers of metastatic breast cancer

Cancers that metastasize, or spread from their original site to new areas of the body, are particularly challenging to treat. This is especially true in…

October 3, 2021 Graduate student spotlight: Exploring a gene linked to breast cancer

Throughout the year, we highlight Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month, we’re featuring Patrick Dischinger, a Ph.D. student in the lab Dr. Matt…

May 26, 2020 Graduate student spotlight: Pursuing a better understanding of breast cancer

Every other month, we highlight one of Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month features Menusha Arumugam, a student in the lab of…

November 12, 2018 Connecting the genetic dots

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. Neurofibromatosis type 1 is a rare genetic disorder. A single gene may hold answers…

October 17, 2017 Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A look at the latest research

Each year, more than 250,000 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer, making it the most common cancer in women, with the…

November 15, 2016 Van Andel Institute hosts event highlighting women’s health: Experts share information, insight on women’s cancer

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Nov. 16, 2016)—Van Andel Institute (VAI) today held “A Conversation About Women’s Health Hosted by Carol Van Andel: Common Cancers Affecting Women,”…