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Cancer Quest: Breast Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive discussion of all aspects of breast cancer. Find out about risks, diagonses, treatments, as well as video documentation.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Genetic Therapy and Breast Tumors

For Students 9th - 10th
This video segment from the Secret of Life School Video: "On the Brink: Portraits of Modern Science" explores the genetics of breast cancer. [3:40]
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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Berkeley Lab: Did You Ever Wonder? New Discoveries to Cure Breast Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
Students investigate how new discoveries could help cure breast cancer. The article discusses cancer, cells, and Mina Bissell. The resource consists of pictures, quotes, and links to additional resources.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Science Today Breast Cancer Risks

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The USA TODAY Snapshot? "Breast cancer risks" shows the percentage of women in several age categories that, statistically, develop breast cancer. Students will notice that the percentages increase as women get older. In this activity,...
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The Breast Cancer Society

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information including a general description, stages of breast cancer and treatment options.
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Four More Breast Cancer Genes Found

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, this article charts the breast cancer research undergone by a team of international scientists. The research explores issues related to gene mutations and breast cancer. (May, 2007)