PROCURE PROTON THERAPY CENTER URGES NEWS ORGANIZATIONS TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY BREAST CANCER DETECTION AND TREATMENT OPTIONS

SOMERSET, N.J., Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With breast cancer impacting one in eight women, ProCure Proton Therapy Center is calling on news media to elevate public understanding of the importance of early screening and detection, as well as treatment options. The good news is that when breast cancer is found early and treated, the survival rate is 99%.

"Breast cancer screening saves lives," said Brian Chon, M.D. Medical Director at ProCure. "During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it's vital to emphasize that early detection and successful treatment go hand in hand. We're asking media leaders to leverage their platforms to get the word out: early detection not only increases the chance of a positive outcome but also often allows for less aggressive treatment that helps patients maintain a higher quality of life."

For many women diagnosed with breast cancer, treatment may include radiation therapy, and proton therapy is a powerful and precise option that can significantly reduce radiation exposure to the heart and lungs, lowering the risk of side effects like heart disease or pneumonitis.

Proton therapy is also more accessible than many people realize, with ProCure's Somerset New Jersey treatment center conveniently accessible from the New York and Philadelphia metropolitan areas and beyond. ProCure participates with many insurance plans and dedicates staff to helping patients navigate the financial aspects of care.

Dr. Chon and his ProCure physician colleagues are available to journalists to provide further education on this vital topic.

About ProCure Proton Therapy Center
ProCure Proton Therapy Center in Somerset, NJ, opened in March 2012 as the tri-state region's first proton therapy facility, treating a range of cancers including diseases of the prostate, breast, lung, brain, head and neck, and gastrointestinal system, as well as sarcomas and many pediatric cases. Using the most advanced radiation treatment available, ProCure has treated more than 7,400 patients overall, including 750+ pediatric patients coming from the U.S. and abroad, and enables many cancer patients to choose a non-surgical treatment personalized to their medical needs and lifestyles, often with fewer side effects and less downtime—giving them more freedom to enjoy what matters most in their lives. For more information, visit ProCure.com.

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