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How to Prepare for a Mammogram
If you are one of the millions of American women turning 40 this year, it may be time to schedule your first mammogram.
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The Annual Mammogram
Thoughts on the visit to the breast center for the annual mammogram.
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The Worse of Two Evils: What Can Mammograms Really Do For Women?
The good and the bad of Mammograms
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Mammograms - Who Needs Them?
Following a recent article in the Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A57287-2004Jan5.html) Susun has put together this informative article on alternatives! There is also further info at the foot of the article about her book: Breast Cancer? Breast Health!
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Mammograms - Who Needs Them?
This article offers ways to protect against the risks of mammograms.
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Regular Mammograms Save Lives
Results of a long-term study show that regular mammograms reduce the death rate from breast cancer by 63%.
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My Daughter's Wedding
The tie-in between my daughter's wedding and breast cancer.
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What's New in Breast Health?
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
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What's New in Breast Health?
This article is an update on what's been happening in the past five years of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast - and other - cancer. Includes information on criticisms of mammograms for women under 50; the importance of lifestyle choices like exercise, antioxidants, not wearing bras, breastfeeding, increasing consumption of green tea, iodine-rich kelp seaweeds, and nourishing herbal infusions. Susun discusses new studies showing frequent antibiotic use is connected to a doubling of breast cancer risk - and what about deodorant and cosmetics? Read on for the latest information on what's new in breast health.
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Avoiding Breast Cancer
Lifestyle plays an important role in keeping certain diseases at bay. Apply these simple lifestyle modifications to stay clear of breast cancer.
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Bits and Pieces of Breast Cancer Developments
The latest in breast cancer research - recent media releases.
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Breast Cancer Screening
A guide for screening for breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer Screenings
Women have several diagnostic options for breast cancer detection and prevention. Doctors recommend yearly clinical exams and mammograms for starters.
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Can Breast Cancer Be Prevented?
This is an excerpt from Chapter 1 of "Breast Cancer? Breast Health!" by Susun Weed.
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Emotions and Cancer
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Potential Weapons in the War against Breast Cancer
The latest research on the breast cancer front.
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So, you have a lump?
How to know what to do if you find a lump in your breast. What will the doctor do if he/she finds a lump?
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Some Breast Cancers Regress
Screening mammography shows increased breast cancer rates, but increases may be due to cancers that would regress.
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What's New In Breast Health?
An update on what's been happening in the past five years that's of interest to women dancing with breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer
All women are at risk of getting breast cancer and as you age your risk increases. On average one in seven women will get breast cancer over a 90 year life span.
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Breast Cancer Screening Information
Women with a higher risk of developing breast cancer are told to undergo both a mammogram and MRI each year to aid in early detection of breast tissue abnormalities.
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What is a Breast Ultrasound?
Breast sonography helps doctors distinguish between benign and malignant masses, and it also guides them during breast biopsies and cyst aspirations. Learn more..
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Easter Marks the Spring Season
April 12, 2009 is Easter Sunday. Get ready to jump into springtime.
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Protein Aids Breast Cancer Spread
Scientist discovered a protein that may aid in the spread of breast cancer. As such, it's a good time to learn about the symptoms and signs of the disease.
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Symptoms of Breast Cancer & Screening
Why testing is recommended before symptoms of breast cancer. Breast cancer facts about cancer risks. Breast cancer statistics about risk levels.
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Breast Cancer: Risks and Screening
Breast cancer is one of the leading health concerns in the United States; 1 in 8 women is affected. Traditional screening methods may not be reducing mortality.
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Medicare Encourages Prevention
At least ninety percent of the money spent under the Medicare plan is for complications of chronic diseases, many of which could have been prevented.
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Surviving Radiation the Wise Woman Way
Whether you are worried about the radiation from dental x-rays, a mammogram, or fallout, here are some Wise Woman Ways to help you stay healthy.
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Young Women Get Breast Cancer Too
An article written to advise young women of their risks of developing breast cancer, and steps to take to ensure their well-being and good health.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Fine-Needle Aspiration of Cysts
Explains the process of draining breast cysts
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Snippets of Research
Headline reviews of the latest breast cancer research.
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How to Check Your Breasts
Regular breast checks are vital in preventing breast cancer but according to surveys only a small number of women self-examine theirs. Here's how to check your breasts.
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Women's Health after 40
Women over 40 make up approximately 24% of the U.S. population. Women are living longer and healthier lives. Medical tests are vital to ensuring optimal health.
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Breast Cancer Imaging
The evaluation of breast cancer includes at least one imaging study. What are the modalities for imaging breast cancer and when are they used?
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Fibrocystic Breast Disease
Fibrocystic breast disease (benign lumps in the breasts) are very common and linked to hormonal changes. This article looks at symptoms, causes and treatment options.
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Marianne's Story
Marianne had a mastectomy and has become very involved in support groups and volunteering her time for others.

Safe Cancer Detection With Thermography
An increase in awareness, lifestyle changes and early detection are the leading causes of the lower incidence of breast cancer cases over the past ten years.
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The New Digital Mammography
A brief description of the new digital mammography technology from a patient's perspective.
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Alexandra's Story
Alexandra had many obstacles to deal with, now she was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. See how her attitude shines through in her fight to overcome this one.

October Event Article, Breast Cancer Diagnosis at 36
A letter to readers on the importance of breast cancer awareness.
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Why so many women lack insurance
Woman and the lack of health insurance

Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Message
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Brenda's Story
Brenda shares her battle with breast cancer. She originally had a lumpectomy and then later cancer was found again and she has had a masectomy. She is currently undergoing treatment.

Breast Cancer and Reflexology
Breast cancer survivors can benefit from complimentary and alternative medicine therapies such as reflexology.
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Breast Cancer Booklet in Braille
National Braille Press promotions lead this month's roundup of media free and accessible to blind consumers.
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Feminists Desire for Affordable Healthcare
Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.
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Health Tourism in Thailand
Health Tourism in Thailand is a growing business, and the best treatments in some of Asia's best hospitals are on offer, at prices far below those of Europe and the USA.
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Live a full healthy life in 2007
Here we are at the start of another New Year and I am sure many of you are like me have made resolutions to lose weight and live a healthier life in 2007. By keeping, tho
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Non-Invasive Breast Cancers
These two types of breast cancer do not spread throughout the body. But an LCIS diagnosis carries a higher risk of developing invasive breast cancer whereas DCIS does not
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