Expert talk

How to set up your health calendar for 2026

Start 2026 by putting your health on the agenda. On the Américas Amigas blog, you will find a simple guide to setting up your healthcare calendar. Your health deserves time, attention, and care.

21.5.2021

Can breast implants cause breast cancer?

Recently a possible association has been identified between the popularly known breast implants and the development of a very rare type of lymphoma, called anaplastic large cell lymphoma.

22.4.2021

Can I have a mammogram if I am breastfeeding?

During the first trimester of pregnancy the mammary gland undergoes a great hormonal stimulus, so be alert.

17.3.2021

Can breast cancer happen at any age?

Young women (under 40 years of age) usually do not consider themselves at risk for the disease. However, it is necessary to know the risk factors!

What is the right age to start having a mammogram?

According to the Ministry of Health's INCA (National Cancer Institute), women should start to have mammograms from age 50 and every 2 years

Live Dra Simone Elias and Joyce Pascowitch (14/10)

On 14/10 Joyce Pascowitch, Internet entrepreneur pioneer, held a chat with Dr. Simone Elias, MD, Mastologist, dedicated to the care of breast health for over 20 years. She is currently an adjunct professor at the Escola Paulista de Medicina of Unifesp, where she coordinates the Mastology outpatient clinic.

Live Ana Hickmann and Andrea da Veiga Pereira (13/10)

On 13/10 our godmother, Ana Hickmann, honored us with her support in another pink October campaign and held a live chat with Andrea da Veiga Pereira, president of Américas Amigas. Check out this chat in full.