Breast Cancer Archives

I have breast cancer: Now what?

September 16, 2021 11:52 AM KRDO

After coping with the initial diagnosis and gathering support from your loved ones, there are questions you should ask your cancer-care team.

“Mammo Mondays” return to Desert Regional Medical Center for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 2, 2023 8:43 AM Tatum Larsen

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

Southwest Church hosts ‘Local Love’ community event benefitting Breast Cancer

October 1, 2023 6:19 PM Bianca Ventura

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’

How Susan G. Komen became such a recognized name in breast cancer awareness

October 15, 2022 5:57 AM CNN Newsource

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

Technology the size of a sesame seed making breast cancer treatment less painful

October 19, 2022 5:40 AM CNN Newsource

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

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 to talk about her diagnosis.

‘Have hope. It’s not a death sentence’: Two-time breast cancer survivor shares personal journey

October 13, 2022 1:26 PM CNN Newsource

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

Eileen Levitt is a breast cancer survivor who also wears a pacemaker. Levitt is training to run the half marathon in this weekend's Baltimore Running Festival.

Cancer survivor inspires others through Baltimore Running Festival

October 12, 2022 9:48 AM CNN Newsource

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,

Syreeta Harrison'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

Cupcakes for Cancer: Woman’s love for baking, own battle with breast cancer helps spark nonprofit organization

October 12, 2022 9:02 AM CNN Newsource

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

It’s been almost one year to the day since Priscilla Clinkscales got the news that she had a rare type of Breast Cancer

South Carolina woman shares her story in fight against Breast Cancer

October 11, 2022 10:52 AM CNN Newsource

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

Check out Paint El Paseo Pink on Saturday to spread breast cancer awareness

October 7, 2022 8:58 AM KESQ News Team

The breast cancer death rate in the United States has dropped significantly

US breast cancer rate drops 43% in three decades, but racial disparities remain, American Cancer Society report finds

October 7, 2022 5:46 AM CNN

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

Company creating lingerie for woman battling breast cancer treatments

October 4, 2022 12:50 PM CNN Newsource

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

Katie Couric shares an update on her breast cancer treatment

October 3, 2022 9:29 AM CNN Newsource

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

Desert Regional Medical Center honors Breast Cancer Awareness month with “Mammo Mondays”

October 3, 2022 5:46 AM Crystal Jimenez

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

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional extending its hours for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 4, 2021 3:05 PM Crystal Jimenez

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

How to help your partner through her breast cancer diagnosis

September 16, 2021 11:53 AM KRDO

When someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, his or her family and friends become co-survivors.

Chemotherapy and sex: Is sexual activity OK during treatment?

September 16, 2021 11:53 AM KRDO

Many factors can influence decisions about chemotherapy and sex.

Cancer survivors: Care for your body after treatment

September 16, 2021 11:53 AM KRDO

These simple steps can improve your quality of life, smoothing your transition into survivorship.

Why pink? History of the breast cancer ribbon

September 16, 2021 11:53 AM KRDO

How did the pink ribbon come to be the symbol of breast cancer?

Breast cancer survivor diagnosed aged 35 starts local support group

October 19, 2020 9:01 AM Madison Weil

A young local breast cancer survivor is sharing her story in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Samantha Marji was just 35 years old when doctors told her she had stage II breast cancer. “I had found a suspicious lump when I was in the shower,” said Marji. She was diagnosed back in 2018. “I