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7 Celebrities Who Have Had Mastectomies

Daniel Cassavaugh — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:49:42 +0000

With the news today that Angelina Jolie has had a preventative double mastectomy after she learned she had an 87 percent possibility of developing breast cancer, we started thinking about what other celebrities who have had similar procedures.

Here's a list of 7 celebrities who have had mastectomies.

Worlds Largest Bra For Auction-Breast cancer Awareness Month

Stacy Lee — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 14:30:54 +0000

The world’s biggest bra is being auctioned off for a breast cancer charity. The “mega 1,360B” is the size of two tennis courts and weighs as much as 1,800 traditional bras. It took 4 weeks and 1 person to make. The bra is being auctioned on eBay with a starting bid of $800.30 The auction continues [...]

Can a New Sports Bra Really Detect Breast Cancer?

Mike Adams — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 21:15:41 +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.

10 Stars Who Have Battled Breast Cancer

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:38:58 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while millions of women across the country will be getting screenings and consulting with their doctors about this very private issue, there are some who have gone through the detection-treatment-recovery sequence publicly. The last celebrity on our list may surprise you ...

Could Genetic Testing Reduce Your Risk of Cancer?

Tori Early — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:18:50 +0000

Approximately 10-15 percent of people have a genetic mutation associated with an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Genetic testing could help women find out if they have the gene and are at greater risk. The Tri-Cities Cancer Center will host a free presentation on Genetic Testing for Breast and Ovarian Cancer where information [...]

Enjoy a Short Stack for a Tall Cause – Support Tri-City Cancer Center's Fundraiser

Tori Early — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:15:37 +0000

The Tri-City Cancer Center Guild and Men’s Club are hosting a pancake breakfast fundraiser to support the Tri-City Cancer Center. Pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee will be served by the Guild and Men’s Club members. Rest assured… Applebees staff will handle all the cooking! The breakfast will be held Oct. 13 from 8 to 10 [...]

Team Legacy Ford Raises $16,000 for Breast Cancer Foundation

Faith Martin — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 21:22:37 +0000

Congratulations and great job to the "Warriors in Pink" from Team Legacy Ford! It really says what the owner, Josh Dykes, and the employees of Legacy Ford believe in and do every day. They are a dealership unlike any other "This is a great example of how a

Getting My Mammogram Today

Stacy Lee — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 15:38:11 +0000

Normally I’m a little nervous on mammo day, but for some reason this time I’m pretty relaxed.I know this is a very necessary part of taking care of myself and some how it just worked out that I’m having my test done during breast cancer awareness month.Last year I had a little scare when I [...]

Nelly Furtado Stars in Rock Ur Pink Breast Cancer Awareness PSA

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 13:00:51 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. ‘The Spirit Indestructible’ singer Nelly Furtado is the latest pop star to join the fight against breast cancer by speaking up and lending her voice and her image to the cause. The Canadian songbird stars in a black and white ‘Rock Ur Pink’ PSA for the Music Choice network, [...]

Cancer Survivor: My Friend Steph!!

Faith Martin — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 22:00:39 +0000

Once upon a time I had a wonderful friend Jeff (who used to shoe my horses for me.)

He dreamed of the perfect woman, and it was obvious he was lost without a "special someone" in his life.

One day his whole face lit up as he told me of the girl of his dreams that he met and fell in love with! Her name was Stephanie!

I loved her too! Immediately! Her up beat personality and demeanor was like no other and she loved Jeff as much as he loved her! They soon were married

Watch KVEW Demonstrate Breast Cancer Screening

Pasha Skirko — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:25:24 +0000

KVEW shows how to get a mammogram and interviews a local specialist about breast cancer screening.

Watch the excellent pieve of video journalism!

Free Haircuts in October For Breast Cancer Survivors!

Faith Martin — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 22:00:14 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I have to say...I've had many friends pass from Breast Cancer and most recently many that have survived with flying colors! I think treatment and prevention has come a long way in fighting this disease and I'm so happy when I hear another friend is cancer free! Please help support the research foundation and anytime you can spare some change to help in awareness or prevention

5 Most Common Signs of Breast Cancer

Faith Martin — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 22:00:05 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. According to a new survey by Avon it reveals that 33% of women are ” too scared” to check their breasts for cancer. One in 2,000 women will develop breast cnacer by the age of 29, while one in 22 will have had it before they hit 60. 57% [...]

Amazing Breast Cancer Survivor Laura Roppe From Ellen Talks With Big Jim & Stacy Lee

Big Jim — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:13:11 +0000

Big Jim & Stacy Lee loved Laura’s story so much yesterday when she was on Ellen, that we invited her on to our show. She has an amazing story on how she found out about her breast cancer, and it gets even better when Ellen calls her out of the audience to participate in the [...]

Tough Enough to Wear Pink Glasses For Sale!

Faith Martin — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 22:05:29 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

You may have seen these cups for sale at the Fair this year. They are being sold to raise money for "Breast Cancer Awareness"

We have plenty for everyone and hope to sell them ALL!

Please support "Tough Enough to Wear Pink" and come purchase your cup at:

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Let's Make pink Just Another Color Event Tonight!

Stacy Lee — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 18:44:22 +0000

The Tri-Cities Cancer Center will host a community education event to kick off National Breast Cancer Awareness month. The community is invited to attend Let’s Make Pink Just Another Color.

Open House with educational “Theaters” covering the following topics: ~ Breast self-exam education ~ No-cost resources available for cancer patients in our region ~ Current materials on a variety of breast cancer health topics ~ Upcoming cancer screenings courtesy of the Tri-Cities Cancer Center’s Foundation

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.