When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is key to successful treatment. However, many women are still diagnosed with breast cancer in the late stages. So what does treatment look like for these women? We speak to consultant clinical oncologist, Dr Jennifer Leong, from Sunway Medical Centre to discuss the latest advances in treatment for metastatic breast cancer and how it improves quality of life for these women.

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Produced by: Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs

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Categories:  Health Policy,  Diseases and Conditions,  Mental Health,  Healthy Living,  Fitness,  Science,  Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags:  The Bigger Picture,  Health & Living,  Cancer,  Oncology,  Breast Cancer,  Mammogram,  Immunotherapy,  Targeted Therapy,  Hormone Therapy,  Metastatic Cancer,