Colorado Springs art show to feature work from breast cancer survivors
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – A Colorado Springs woman is celebrating her recovery from breast cancer, with a special art exhibit highlighting…
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Healthy Seniors: Service dogs in training help patients in Cañon City
CAÑON CITY, Colo. (KRDO) — Studies show that owning a pet can potentially delay memory loss and cognitive decline. They can also lower…
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Researchers say they have found protein biomarkers for breast cancer in breast milk
By Alexandra Mae Jones Click here for updates on this story TORONTO (CTV Network) — In a small study, researchers have…
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Research finds genetic connection to higher breast cancer deaths in Black women
By Michael Lee Click here for updates on this story TORONTO (CTV Network) — A new study examining racial disparities in…
Continue ReadingDancer inspires students with her optimism after breast cancer diagnosis
By WCBS Team Click here for updates on this story NEW JERSEY (WCBS) — A bright, young dancer is fighting her way back…
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Cancer diagnosis? Advice for dealing with what comes next
Almost half of all men and a third of all women in the United States will receive a cancer diagnosis at some time in their lives. A cancer diagnosis…
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Recurrent breast cancer: Coping and support
Finding out your breast cancer has returned can be equally or more upsetting than your initial diagnosis. As you sort through your emotions and make…
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Evaluating breast lumps
If you find a breast lump or other change in your breast, you might worry about breast cancer. That’s understandable — but remember that breast…
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The School Buzz: Bessemer Academy teachers, students walk with breast cancer survivors
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Bessemer Bobcats are doing their part. This past Thursday, the Bessemer Academy playground was…
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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…
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Three sisters diagnosed with breast cancer share their story
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Three sisters, decades apart, were all diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite a history of breast cancer between the…
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Why pink? History of the breast cancer ribbon
How did the pink ribbon come to be the symbol of breast…
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Cancer survivors: Care for your body after treatment
These simple steps can improve your quality of life, smoothing your transition into…
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Chemotherapy and sex: Is sexual activity OK during treatment?
Many factors can influence decisions about chemotherapy and…
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Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
When to begin mammogram screening and how often to repeat it is a personal decision based on your…
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How to help your partner through her breast cancer diagnosis
When someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, his or her family and friends become…
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Local company offers discounted breast cancer screenings during the month of October
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Due to COVID-19, the number of people being screened for breast cancer has declined. With October being Breast…
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Breast cancer prevention: How to reduce your risk
If you’re concerned about breast cancer, you might be wondering if there are steps you can take toward breast cancer prevention. Some risk factors,…
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Can you prevent breast cancer?
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Karthik Ghosh says,…
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Breast cancer chemoprevention: Medicines that reduce breast cancer risk
If you’re at high risk of breast cancer, you may be able to improve your odds of staying cancer-free by taking certain medicines, an approach known…
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