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Breast Cancer

What is breast cancer?
Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow out of control in one or both breasts. They can invade nearby tissues and form a mass, called a malignant tumor. The cancer cells can spread (metastasize) to the lymph nodes and other parts of the body.
Breast cancer that begins in the ducts of the breast is called ductal carcinoma. It is the most common type of breast cancer.


Breast Cancer Care at St. Luke’s Cancer Institute
When it comes to your breast health, you want a team of skilled, insightful caregivers on your side—focusing their energy just on you. At St. Luke’s Cancer Institute, we offer the leading local expertise for treating breast cancer, easing symptoms and side effects, and strengthening you physically, mentally, and emotionally. You’ll have access to national clinical trials and our breast cancer nurse navigators will guide you and your family as you enter treatment, making sure you receive the resources and support you need.

Learn more about Breast Cancer

Learn more at full Breast Cancer Health Topic page

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Specialties

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    Breast Care
    A full spectrum of services, including mammography, genetic counseling, cancer care, and emotional support.

  • Medical Oncology
    Treatment for cancer and blood disorders using medicine, including chemotherapy and other therapies.

  • Radiation Oncology
    Radiation therapy for cancer treatment using state-of-the-art, highly accurate technology.

Procedures & Treatments

Supportive Oncology

Supportive Oncology

Caring for the Whole Person

Supportive oncology is an integral part of the St. Luke’s Cancer Institute philosophy that healing comes from caring for the whole person, not just the disease.


You can count on a team of experts who will work alongside your physicians to help you and your family be as strong and stable as possible during your cancer diagnosis, treatment and beyond.


Learn more about our supportive oncology services

Classes & Events

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Support Groups

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  • Living Through Cancer Support Group

    Support Groups

    An ongoing support program for people with cancer and their loved ones. Share your challenges and discuss topics that influence health and well-being.

Clinical Trials at St. Luke's Cancer Institute

Clinical Trials at St. Lukes Cancer Institute

Access to Cancer Research

Through our participation in regional and national clinical research studies, St. Luke’s Cancer Institute is able to bring trial opportunities to our adult and pediatric patients that are on the leading edge of cancer care. You may participate in many of the same clinical trials as patients at the most-respected cancer centers in the world, including Mayo Clinic and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Learn more about research at St. Luke's Cancer Institute

Find a Clinical Trial at St. Luke's Cancer Institute

Give a Gift to Support 3-D Mammography

Give a Gift to Support 3-D Mammography

Your gift could save a life!

Every day women across Idaho and eastern Oregon are diagnosed with breast cancer. They, and all the women we serve, deserve the best and most proven technology to find breast cancer in its earliest, most treatable stage. Help us expand 3-D mammography capability to all our screening sites.

Make a donation today

Support the Patients and Families at St. Luke's Cancer Institute

Support the Patients and Families at St. Lukes Cancer Institute

You Can Make a Difference

You can make a real difference in the lives of patients and families facing cancer. We hope you’ll help us provide the exceptional healthcare and support they deserve. We encourage you to get involved by making a financial gift, sponsoring or attending events, or volunteering your time.


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Ways to Give

Your Partner in Health.

People are at the heart of great health care. That's why we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care tailored to the communities we serve. 


Together with our community partners and patients, we're building a stronger, healthier future for all Idahoans.

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