Dr. Kristine Slam, COSABreast

10/05/2026

There is no magic bullet to prevent breast cancer.
(Yet)
But in the meantime, there are some fairly substantial lifestyle modifications that can reduce the risk of not only breast cancer, but other malignancies and perhaps diabetes and Alzheimer’s.
1) Physical activity has what I consider moderately strong data for cancer risk reduction. Aim for at least 150 minutes/ week of moderate activity and 2 to 3 weightlifting/resistance sessions. 
2) Not smoking or smoking sensation. Smoking is a huge risk factor for cancer, including breast cancer.
3) Not drinking alcohol, or severely limiting alcohol intake. 
4) Limiting ultra processed foods and leaning towards high fiber foods, lean proteins, and green leafy vegetables. 
5) Breastfeeding your child, if possible

The frustrating thing for many women-these still do not prevent breast cancer. But healthy lifestyle changes absolutely will lower risk and they are worth undertaking because they are no risk to trying.

(Picture of my daughter when she was younger for post traction ☺️)

10/01/2026

Today is the start of breast cancer awareness month, a month when many people get financially taken advantage of by opportunistic companies and organizations. As the years get on, it sure feels like pinkwashing (with minimal financial support to patients) may be more prominent than legitimate causes.
Breast cancer patients need financial assistance in the moment, for co-pays for chemotherapy, medications, radiation, and surgical procedures. They need assistance with gas money for transportation to numerous office visits, time off work, etc.
There are many local ways to help, and my suggestion is always to find an organization that gives the majority of money directly to patients. 

https://www.breastcancer.org/about-breast-cancer/breast-cancer-awareness-month/pink washing https://www.breastcancer.org/about-breast-cancer/breast-cancer-awareness-month/pinkwashing

Pinkwashing, also called pink ribbon marketing, is a type of cause marketing that may do more harm than good.

09/18/2026

It’s always exciting when new technology arrives to improve patient care. For me, this is the fun part of a long surgical practice, watching new technology come out that helps change practice and improve patient outcomes. 

I had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO and Founder of Videra Surgical, in a discussion about Veraform, which is utilized when I mark the lumpectomy cavity for radiation oncology. 
Attached is our short conversation.

“If it’s better for you and better for the patient, why wouldn’t we...

09/11/2026

ZCC is proud to co-sponsor MAN P.L.E.A.S.E, a prostate cancer awareness event held by Brave Men Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. - Eta Nu Nu Chapter!

Join us this Saturday, Sept. 12th, at The Boat House at Confluence Park from 8 - 11 AM for a fun, uplifting day dedicated to raising awareness for prostate cancer. The event will feature free screenings, gift bags, raffles and more. We hope to see you there!

👉Learn more and register here: https://hubs.ly/Q04x1km50

09/09/2026

There are several genetic mutations that predispose a woman to developing breast cancer. BRCA 1/2 gene mutations are the ones we most commonly think of, and carry the highest lifetime risk. These gene mutations also predispose patients to ovarian, pancreas, and prostate cancers. 
There are multiple options that exist for managing gene mutation carriers, ranging from observation, to high risk screening, to medication for risk reduction, to prophylactic surgery. 

Alix and Ashtin Earle opened up about their mom’s journey with cancer on their Netflix series, ‘Earle Meets World.’ During episode seven, the two sisters are confronted with the results of their testing for the BRCA2 gene mutation, which their mother is a carrier of, and which can make a perso...

09/01/2026

Update from the ASBS on atypical pathologies of the breast

This Special Communication is the third installment about guidelines from organizations of surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists for the management of proliferative breast lesions with atypia and lobular carcinoma in situ.

08/08/2026

Join us for Hope Grows Here: A Survivor Celebration!

This event is a chance to honor cancer survivors and their journeys with an afternoon of connection, inspiration and celebration.

Date: Friday, August 28th | Time: 12 - 4 PM | Location: Zangmeister Cancer Center - 3100 Plaza Properties Blvd. Columbus, OH 43219

There will be ice cream and food trucks, a gratitude wall, community resources, a "Feeding Your Soul" cooking demonstration, a flower arrangement activity, and so much more. We hope to see you there!

👉 Registration is required. Click here to register: https://hubs.li/Q04rStPK0

07/29/2026

https://www.breastcancer.org/podcast/managing-hormonal-therapy-side-effects

Breast cancer expert Hope Rugo discusses the most common hormonal therapy side effects and offers advice on how to manage them.

07/26/2026

Proud to be a sponsor of this great organization!

https://www.gymskills.com/columbus/back-to-school-bash/

06/04/2026

Data is starting to emerge that GLP-1s may in fact improve breast cancer survival for obese patients.