Top of page
Health

Women with vision disabilities checking for breast cancer

woman with Pink ribbon, a symbol of breast cancer awareness

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women – and the most deadly. Early detection is critical to improve women’s chance of survival.

In Colombia, the project Manos que Salvan Vidas – Hands that Save Lives – trains women who are blind and have low vision to screen for signs of breast cancer, BBC reports.

It’s an approach based on their greater sensitivity of touch and is an additional screening method, especially useful for women under 50 who aren’t offered routine mammograms. The examiners use a new technique developed in Germany.

Women with vision disabilities are capable of detecting very small nodules. If that happens, the patient is given an appointment with a doctor who decides on the next steps.

You might also like

Abstract image of spheres in science concept. Molecular biology, scientific structure cellular. Abstract image of spheres in science concept. Molecular biology, scientific structure cellular.

Early-stage stem cell therapy trial shows promise for treating progressive MS

The study, led by scientists at the University of Cambridge,…

Pre oxygenation for general anesthesia Pre oxygenation for general anesthesia

UK analysis reveals 1 in 3000 patients face cardiac arrest during anesthesia

The analysis, led by an extensive collaboration of UK anaesthetists…

Fermented vegetables in jars Fermented vegetables in jars

Fermented vegetables boost gut health, study finds

Fermented foods have grown in popularity and are widely consumed,…

medical staff with Treating Teenage Girl medical staff with Treating Teenage Girl

Research explores the intersection of mental and physical well-being

The research, led by Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) in collaboration with…