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Angelina Jolie Underwent A Double Mastectomy (Got Both Of Her Breasts Removed) To Prevent Cancer

Keith James — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:51:01 +0000

Angelina Jolie's breasts (and the rest of her for that matter) have been the topic of locker-room conversation but to the chagrin of men everywhere who considered her to be the epitome of the perfect woman, she recently decided to undergo a double mastectomy! 'Why in the world would she do THAT?!?' you must be thinking, right? Well, her reasons are humbling and definitely legit.

Breast Cancer Also Affects Men

Mike Adams — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 10:03:04 +0000

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while all the pink we see on the players during NFL games in October mainly focuses our attention on how the disease affects women and what they can do about it, we should also keep in mind (or learn) that men, too, can contract breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, one in 1,000 men will fall victim to the disease, which claims the life of at least one man every day.

Can a New Sports Bra Really Detect Breast Cancer?

Mike Adams — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:15:41 +0000

Is possible for a bra to detect breast cancer?

Well, according to First Warning Systems, the answer is a resounding yes. The Reno, Nevada-based company says they have invented a sports bra that comes complete with built-in heat sensors that can allow doctors to see malignancies through a state-of-the-art thermal imprint.

Bras Across the Building – Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Polly Wogg — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:04:11 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and we want to join in the fight with our sister station, Big Frog 104, and thier 'Big Frog Bras' campaign. Donate your bras that we'll string together and hang outside our building. You're even encouraged to sign your bra in honor or memory of someone you know who's had breast cancer. Drop it off at our station on River Road in Marcy and we'll add your bra to our collection. Tell us your breast cancer battle story and we'll share it too. Together we can raise awareness.

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month — 7 Ways to Donate Now

Kathy Landin — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:26:05 +0000

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when health care experts, cancer survivors and research supporters pull out all the stops to make everyone aware of the need for proper breast cancer screenings, better detection tools and more research aimed at finding a cure.

We've gathered some easy ways for you to show your support below.

12-Year-Old Banned From Wearing Pink Gloves to Support Mom's Fight Against Breast Cancer — Is It Fair?

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:21:06 +0000

Julian Connerton, a football player on the Egg Harbor City Crusaders in New Jersey, wanted to show support for his mother as she battles breast cancer by wearing pink gloves during his game. When Connerton's coach told him he could not play if he wore the pink gloves rather than the required black last Saturday night, he promptly quit.

Komen Reverses Funding Cuts to Planned Parenthood

Shauna Wright — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:58:16 +0000

Early last week, the Susan G. Komen For the Cure foundation said it was cutting funds for breast cancer screenings conducted at Planned Parenthood facilities — and a remarkable firestorm of negative publicity followed.

On Friday, the nation’s largest breast-cancer advocacy agency waved the white flag and backed down.

Giuliana Rancic Returns to E! News After Double Mastectomy [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:58:34 +0000

E! News correspondent Giuliana Rancic, who bravely went public with her recent breast cancer diagnosis and decision to undergo a double mastectomy, was back on set Tuesday.

Older Women Are in Luck! Mammograms Work Better for Them — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:15:39 +0000

Are mammograms actually effective? Several conflicting studies have come out in the past few years, leading some to pose this question. Don’t fear though ladies. An even newer study from Dutch researchers indicates that they do work, but older women might be getting more out of them.

Study Finds Alcohol Consumption Can Increase Risk of Breast Cancer

Shauna Wright — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:31:26 +0000

While it’s been reported in recent years that drinking red wine in moderation can have some health benefits, a new report claims just two glasses of alcoholic beverages a day could substantially boost a woman’s chances of getting breast cancer.

Rethink Breast Cancer's Anthony – Hunk of the Day [PICTURES, VIDEO]

Hunk of the Day — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:00:39 +0000

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Rethink Breast Cancer Canadian organization has come up with a genius idea to get women to perform self-examinations: Anthony. Anthony is the hot piece of Canadian meat starring in the promo video for the new Your Man Reminder app.

Giuliana Rancic Discovers She Has Breast Cancer [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:58:46 +0000

‘E! News’ host and reality TV star Giuliana Rancic announced Monday morning on ‘Today’ that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Rancic has had difficulties conceiving a child with husband and fellow reality TV star Bill Rancic, and it was only through her third in vitro fertilization attempt that this was revealed.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – 4 Groups You Can Donate To Right Now

Townsquare Media — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 12:42:01 +0000

National nonprofits and physicians’ organizations dedicate every October to the cause of breast cancer awareness — raising funds for research and helping ensure that all women are able to receive regular screenings. This year, organizations across the country continue to work toward supporting victims and finding a cure, as many thousands continue to suffer from [...]

Coffee May Prevent Breast Cancer

Dave Wheeler — Thu, 12 May 2011 19:33:26 +0000

Whether coffee is healthy or not, I don’t plan on not drinking it any time soon. According to a new study, published in the journal Breast Cancer Research, claims that women who drink five or more cups of coffee a day are actually protecting themselves from breast cancer. The DailyMail.co.uk is reporting that researchers from [...]