I have breast cancer: Now what?
After coping with the initial diagnosis and gathering support from your loved ones, there are questions you should ask your cancer-care team.
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The reality of breast cancer in men
By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — A few years ago, I had a male patient who came to me complaining of breast enlargement. At first, we thought it was a side effect of one of his medications for an enlarged prostate. But during the exam, something about one side just didn’t feel right to
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Desert Regional’s Comprehensive Cancer Center
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to U.S. Preventative Services Task Force, 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer in their lifetime. All women should get screened for breast cancer every year starting at age 40. And as of September, FDA Guidelines require that all mammogram reports sent to patients must include breast density.
Continue ReadingBreast cancer deaths in the US continue to fall, but new report warns of rise in cases among women younger than 50
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Despite a continuous decline in the rate of breast cancer deaths in the United States, the incidence of the disease has increased, especially among younger ages, and significant racial disparities remain, according to a new American Cancer Society report. The study, published Tuesday in CA: A Cancer Journal for
Continue ReadingChemicals linked to breast cancer leach into our foods, study finds
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Nearly 200 chemicals connected to breast cancer are used in the making of food packaging and plastic tableware, and dozens of those carcinogens can migrate into the human body, a new study found. “There is strong evidence that 76 known or potential breast carcinogens from food contact materials recently
Continue ReadingThe Navy’s highest-ranking military officer is treated successfully for breast cancer
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Navy says its highest-ranking military officer has been successfully treated for early-stage breast cancer. The service said Friday that Adm. Lisa Franchetti’s stage 1 breast cancer was discovered during a routine mammogram in June and she underwent outpatient surgery in July at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She
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“Mammo Mondays” return to Desert Regional Medical Center for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center, or DRMC, is offering extended hours for breast cancer screenings every Monday this month. Mammogram screenings will be available by appointment from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the annual “Mammo Mondays” event. It is recommended that men and women begin screening for breast cancer by
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Southwest Church hosts ‘Local Love’ community event benefitting Breast Cancer
Hundreds of people attended ‘Love Local,’ a community event benefiting the Desert Cancer Foundation. Dozens of vendors and community health centers set up at Southwest Church Sunday morning, including Riverside University Health System that was providing free breast exams for attendees. The event serves as a preview of the 17th annual ‘Paint El Paseo Pink’
Continue ReadingHow Susan G. Komen became such a recognized name in breast cancer awareness
By AJ Willingham, CNN Susan G. Komen is one of the largest, most recognized breast cancer organizations in the world. Since its founding in 1982, the nonprofit has invested more than $1 billion in cancer research, and more than $2 billion in patient outreach, according to financial documents. The foundation’s Race for the Cure is
Continue ReadingTechnology the size of a sesame seed making breast cancer treatment less painful
By Mitchell Consky Click here for updates on this story Editor’s note: This article has been updated to correct the fact that no radiation is given off by the device. TORONTO (CTV Network) — New Canadian technology is allowing surgeons to more easily remove breast cancer tumours with minimal cosmetic defect and less pain for
Continue Reading‘Have hope. It’s not a death sentence’: Two-time breast cancer survivor shares personal journey
By Audrey Biesk Click here for updates on this story GREENSBORO, North Carolina (WXII) — A local woman is using her cancer journey to help others. Lynn Burnette is living with cancer and is advocating for more breast cancer research and awareness. Burnette calls herself a cancer survivor and a thriver and believes it’s important
Continue ReadingCancer survivor inspires others through Baltimore Running Festival
By Breana Ross Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE, Maryland (WBAL) — A breast cancer survivor who also wears a pacemaker is training to run the half marathon in this weekend’s Baltimore Running Festival. Eileen Levitt has run several races despite her health challenges and has even got her husband to start running,
Continue ReadingCupcakes for Cancer: Woman’s love for baking, own battle with breast cancer helps spark nonprofit organization
By Natasha Brown Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — A woman’s love of baking and her own battle with breast cancer helped to spark her idea for a nonprofit organization. It’s meant to brighten the lives of others going through cancer, one cupcake at a time. Syreeta Harrison has always had
Continue ReadingSouth Carolina woman shares her story in fight against Breast Cancer
By Zach Prelutsky Click here for updates on this story ANDERSON, South Carolina (WHNS) — It’s been almost one year to the day since Priscilla Clinkscales got the news that she had a rare type of Breast Cancer, Stage 3 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. “I got in the car, called my husband, and just cried,” she
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US breast cancer rate drops 43% in three decades, but racial disparities remain, American Cancer Society report finds
CNN By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The breast cancer death rate in the United States has dropped significantly, but Black women continue to be more likely to die from the disease despite having a lower incidence of it, according to a new American Cancer Society report. The study published this week in the CA: A Cancer
Continue ReadingCompany creating lingerie for woman battling breast cancer treatments
By Jessica Kartalija Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — October is breast cancer awareness month, and a Philadelphia company is creating lingerie for women going through treatment. It’s called AnaOno and the woman behind the brand found a need for specialized bras after she went through the treatment herself. Inside her
Continue ReadingKatie Couric shares an update on her breast cancer treatment
By Marianne Garvey Katie Couric has shared an update on the treatment she is receiving following a breast cancer diagnosis over the summer. The former “Today” host, who was diagnosed in June, underwent surgery in July and began radiation Sept. 7. She has completed 15 days of radiation, she said during an appearance on NBC
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Desert Regional Medical Center honors Breast Cancer Awareness month with “Mammo Mondays”
Every Monday in October Desert Regional Medical Center (DRMC) is hosting “Mammo Mondays” which works to get more breast cancer screenings done. The cancer center at DRMC extended its Monday hours from 8 am to 6 pm. Those who come into the cancer center are also receiving a free goody bag. Patients who make an
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Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional extending its hours for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is going pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs is starting its annual Mammogram Mondays for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The center is extending its hours on Mondays to help get more women screened. Throughout October, the center will be open 7:30
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