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Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequentMAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The FREE LONG ISLAND BREAST CANCER WORKSHOPS Browse pages and articles that answer the questions people ask most about breast cancer and maintaining breast health. Many of these topics are discussed in the educational programs we present at high schools, colleges, community events and workplaces. Breast CancerMyths Statistics
YOUR PATIENT NAVIGATOR- A PERSONAL GUIDE THROUGH THE Patient navigators are nurse practitioners or registered nurses that provide guidance through the healthcare system and work to overcome obstacles like misinformation, fear and medical costs, that are in the way of people receiving the care and treatment they require. They have a multi-faceted role that is integral to CONFUSED ABOUT THE SERVING SIZES OF VEGETABLES? The general rule of thumb is that a one-half cup of vegetables or one cup of green leafy vegetables equals a serving. So a serving of vegetables might consist of: Ten baby carrots. Five broccoli florets. One Roma Tomato. One ear of corn. Half of a sweet potato. A cereal bowl full of fresh spinach, kale, or other salad greens. SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY? X A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer. recommendations to advise women, between the ages of 50 and 74, who are at average risk for developing breast cancer to be screened every two years (biennially) (2). Women in their forties were initially recommended HOW TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF BREAST CANCER WITH EXERCISE Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises. Consider taking a daily walk with your family to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Photo: Lee Haywood. Exercise. Love it or hate it, it’s a well-established fact that physical activity helps keep you healthy. When it comes to preventing breast cancer, the potentialbenefits of
WHAT ARE FREE RADICALS? Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable molecules, usually oxygen molecules, but not always. Their unstable nature is caused by having an unpaired electron. As a result of this unpaired electron, free radicals seek out and take electrons from other molecules, which oftentimes causes damage to the second molecule. TOBACCO INDUSTRY PROFITS ESTIMATED $35 BILLION WITH ALMOST Tobacco Industry Profits Estimated $35 Billion With Almost 6 Million Annual Deaths. Tobacco use is one of the main preventable risk factors for cancer. In 2010, tobacco industry’s profit was equivalent to US $6,000 for each death caused by tobacco. 43 trillion cigarettes have been smoked in the last decade. The Tobacco Atlas, Fourth Edition HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes AVOID THESE HUMAN CARCINOGENS FOR BREAST HEALTH Avoid These Human Carcinogens For Breast Health. Carcinogens are cancer-causing substances found in our environment, both natural and man-made. Exposure to these substances can increase your risk of cancer, including breast cancer. Some carcinogens, for example sunlight, are not possible to avoid entirely, but extended exposureshould be avoided.
MAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequentMAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
FREE LONG ISLAND BREAST CANCER WORKSHOPS Browse pages and articles that answer the questions people ask most about breast cancer and maintaining breast health. Many of these topics are discussed in the educational programs we present at high schools, colleges, community events and workplaces. Breast CancerMyths Statistics
TOBACCO INDUSTRY PROFITS ESTIMATED $35 BILLION WITH ALMOST Tobacco Industry Profits Estimated $35 Billion With Almost 6 Million Annual Deaths. Tobacco use is one of the main preventable risk factors for cancer. In 2010, tobacco industry’s profit was equivalent to US $6,000 for each death caused by tobacco. 43 trillion cigarettes have been smoked in the last decade. The Tobacco Atlas, Fourth Edition HOW TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF BREAST CANCER WITH EXERCISE Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises. Consider taking a daily walk with your family to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Photo: Lee Haywood. Exercise. Love it or hate it, it’s a well-established fact that physical activity helps keep you healthy. When it comes to preventing breast cancer, the potentialbenefits of
HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A MAMMOGRAM? Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent BREAST CANCER AND THE HISTORY OF THE PINK RIBBON In 1992, according to the breast cancer guide on About.com, Alexandra Penney (then the editor-in-chief of Self magazine) and Evelyn Lauder (breast cancer survivor and senior corporate vice president of Estée Lauder) “teamed up to create a pink ribbon. . The Estée Lauder Company went directly to their makeup counters with 1.5 millionribbons.
MAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequentMAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
FREE LONG ISLAND BREAST CANCER WORKSHOPS Browse pages and articles that answer the questions people ask most about breast cancer and maintaining breast health. Many of these topics are discussed in the educational programs we present at high schools, colleges, community events and workplaces. Breast CancerMyths Statistics
TOBACCO INDUSTRY PROFITS ESTIMATED $35 BILLION WITH ALMOST Tobacco Industry Profits Estimated $35 Billion With Almost 6 Million Annual Deaths. Tobacco use is one of the main preventable risk factors for cancer. In 2010, tobacco industry’s profit was equivalent to US $6,000 for each death caused by tobacco. 43 trillion cigarettes have been smoked in the last decade. The Tobacco Atlas, Fourth Edition HOW TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF BREAST CANCER WITH EXERCISE Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises. Consider taking a daily walk with your family to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Photo: Lee Haywood. Exercise. Love it or hate it, it’s a well-established fact that physical activity helps keep you healthy. When it comes to preventing breast cancer, the potentialbenefits of
HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A MAMMOGRAM? Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent BREAST CANCER AND THE HISTORY OF THE PINK RIBBON In 1992, according to the breast cancer guide on About.com, Alexandra Penney (then the editor-in-chief of Self magazine) and Evelyn Lauder (breast cancer survivor and senior corporate vice president of Estée Lauder) “teamed up to create a pink ribbon. . The Estée Lauder Company went directly to their makeup counters with 1.5 millionribbons.
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WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequentMAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
BREAST SELF-EXAM FLYERS NOW AVAILABLE IN SPANISH, MANDARIN Doing a regular breast self-exam is one of the most important (and easiest!) ways to detect breast cancer early.And now it’s even easier, with our popular breast self-exam flyer translated into Spanish, Mandarin and French Creole.View these handy flyers online or download them and print them out for yourself or give to friends andfamily members.
SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent THE STAGES OF BREAST CANCER & THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY Until there is a cure for breast cancer, early detection practices like mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast self-exams remain some of the most important ways to catch breast cancer early and increase survival rates. Tumor A mass of cells that can be benign or malignant. size upon detection, and therefore which cancer stage you are classified in, greatly affects prognosis The SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. MELANOMA’S LINK TO BREAST CANCER: WHAT YOU CAN DO To detect breast cancer early, women over 40 should get yearly mammograms and all women should conduct monthly breast self-exams. Melanoma risks can be reduced by avoiding tanning beds and excessive sun exposure. If you plan to be in the sun or in reflective areas (water or snow), cover up with a hat and dark, dry, tightly-wovenclothing.
FREE LONG ISLAND BREAST CANCER WORKSHOPS Browse pages and articles that answer the questions people ask most about breast cancer and maintaining breast health. Many of these topics are discussed in the educational programs we present at high schools, colleges, community events and workplaces. Breast CancerMyths Statistics
TOBACCO INDUSTRY PROFITS ESTIMATED $35 BILLION WITH ALMOST Tobacco Industry Profits Estimated $35 Billion With Almost 6 Million Annual Deaths. Tobacco use is one of the main preventable risk factors for cancer. In 2010, tobacco industry’s profit was equivalent to US $6,000 for each death caused by tobacco. 43 trillion cigarettes have been smoked in the last decade. The Tobacco Atlas, Fourth Edition HOW TO REDUCE YOUR RISK OF BREAST CANCER WITH EXERCISE Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible exercises. Consider taking a daily walk with your family to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Photo: Lee Haywood. Exercise. Love it or hate it, it’s a well-established fact that physical activity helps keep you healthy. When it comes to preventing breast cancer, the potentialbenefits of
HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A MAMMOGRAM? Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent BREAST CANCER AND THE HISTORY OF THE PINK RIBBON In 1992, according to the breast cancer guide on About.com, Alexandra Penney (then the editor-in-chief of Self magazine) and Evelyn Lauder (breast cancer survivor and senior corporate vice president of Estée Lauder) “teamed up to create a pink ribbon. . The Estée Lauder Company went directly to their makeup counters with 1.5 millionribbons.
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Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
CONFUSED ABOUT THE SERVING SIZES OF VEGETABLES?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG ADD LYCOPENE TO YOUR DIET TO REDUCE BREAST CANCER RISK Lycopene, one of the many types of antioxidants, is a great addition to a diet that reduces breast cancer risk. Lycopene is the compound that gives certain fruits and vegetables their orange, red, or yellow color. Like other antioxidants, lycopene is said to protect the body’s cells from damage caused by free radicals and carcinogens.Lycopene can be found in: HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDERADVANCED BREAST CANCER COMMUNITYBREAST CANCER COMMUNITY RESOURCESBREAST CANCER RISK ASSESSMENTBREAST CANCER RISK SCOREBREAST CANCER RISK TOOLSHORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY BREAST CANCER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequentMAURER FOUNDATION
Saving lives through breast health education that focuses on breast cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, early detection and riskreduction.
WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREASTAUTHOR: JULIESANTANA
As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v ARE ALL BREAST LUMPS BREAST CANCER? The concept that all breast lumps are cancer is one of the common breast cancer myths, probably arising from fear and lack of information. If you do find a lump in your breast, however, don’t panic. According to the American Cancer Society, four out of five biopsies. X The removal and examination of tissue from a living bodyto discover the
CONFUSED ABOUT THE SERVING SIZES OF VEGETABLES?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG WHY DO ASHKENAZI JEWS HAVE A HIGHER RISK OF BREAST CANCER? Along with other controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, genetics can play a crucial role in determining breast cancer risk levels. When we talk about genetics in our breast health programs, people often ask if there are specific groups more prone to breast cancer.The answer is yes. Jewish people of Ashkenazi heritage have a 1 in 40 chance of carrying a BRCA gene mutation. SUBPECTORAL VS. PREPECTORAL BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY Subpectoral Breast Implant Surgery. While new technology allows some women to receive implants during the mastectomy procedure (called “direct-to-implant”), the typical subpectoral implant-based reconstruction uses a two-stage approach. First, a tissue expander is placed at the time of the mastectomy. After expanding to the desiredvolume
SHOULD I GET A MAMMOGRAM EVERY TWO YEARS INSTEAD OF ANNUALLY?SEE MORE ON MAURERFOUNDATION.ORG ADD LYCOPENE TO YOUR DIET TO REDUCE BREAST CANCER RISK Lycopene, one of the many types of antioxidants, is a great addition to a diet that reduces breast cancer risk. Lycopene is the compound that gives certain fruits and vegetables their orange, red, or yellow color. Like other antioxidants, lycopene is said to protect the body’s cells from damage caused by free radicals and carcinogens.Lycopene can be found in: HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDERADVANCED BREAST CANCER COMMUNITYBREAST CANCER COMMUNITY RESOURCESBREAST CANCER RISK ASSESSMENTBREAST CANCER RISK SCOREBREAST CANCER RISK TOOLSHORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY BREAST CANCER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes SHOULD YOU BE WORRIED ABOUT THE RADIATION DOSE OF A … Let’s be honest, mammograms probably rank right up there with dental appointments on a list of Americans’ favorite pastimes. When I talk to patients about mammograms A low dose x-ray picture of the breast that allows a doctor to view glandular tissue and determine the presence of cancer., I hear a variety of fears about this simple breast cancer screening procedure, with the most frequent WHICH SIDE EFFECT OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE MIMICS BREAST As Covid vaccine eligibility continues to grow, more and more people are getting up close and personal with its typical side effects: arm pain, fatigue, and mild fever. Recently, one of the lesser-known side effects of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines has been causing concern, as it mimics a breast cancer symptom. The v BREAST HEALTH RESOURCE GUIDE Our comprehensive resource guide offers a list of support services available for those diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as information about free or low-cost breast cancer screenings for those without health insurance. Pink Aid has generously sponsored the creation of this guide. Esta guía también está disponible enespañol.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF BREAST CANCER To the contrary: cancer has probably been around as long as humans. Skeletal remains of a 2,700 year old Russian King and a 2,200 year old Egyptian mummy have both been diagnosed with prostate cancers. Breast cancer can also be traced right back to ancient Egypt, with the earliest recorded case described on the 1600 BC Edwin Smith Papyrus. FREE LONG ISLAND BREAST CANCER WORKSHOPS Browse pages and articles that answer the questions people ask most about breast cancer and maintaining breast health. Many of these topics are discussed in the educational programs we present at high schools, colleges, community events and workplaces. Breast CancerMyths Statistics
HORMONE THERAPY: BREAST CANCER RISKS IN THE TRANSGENDER.
Hormones A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cells or organs. are a hot topic in both transgender circles and breast cancer research. Since breast cancer is so tied to gender, educators in our breast health education programs are often asked how breast cancer risk changes BREAST CANCER & E-CIGARETTES: IS VAPING A SAFER E-cigarettes come in a variety of styles, including ones that look like pens, bracelets, USB sticks and other common items. (Photo courtesy FDA) For non-smokers, however, vaping is a bad thing. According to the FDA report, e-cigarettes: increase second-hand exposure to particulates and nicotine. increase fatal poisonings. TOBACCO INDUSTRY PROFITS ESTIMATED $35 BILLION WITH ALMOST Tobacco Industry Profits Estimated $35 Billion With Almost 6 Million Annual Deaths. Tobacco use is one of the main preventable risk factors for cancer. In 2010, tobacco industry’s profit was equivalent to US $6,000 for each death caused by tobacco. 43 trillion cigarettes have been smoked in the last decade. The Tobacco Atlas, Fourth Edition AVOID THESE HUMAN CARCINOGENS FOR BREAST HEALTH Avoid These Human Carcinogens For Breast Health. Carcinogens are cancer-causing substances found in our environment, both natural and man-made. Exposure to these substances can increase your risk of cancer, including breast cancer. Some carcinogens, for example sunlight, are not possible to avoid entirely, but extended exposureshould be avoided.
BREAST CANCER AND THE HISTORY OF THE PINK RIBBON In 1992, according to the breast cancer guide on About.com, Alexandra Penney (then the editor-in-chief of Self magazine) and Evelyn Lauder (breast cancer survivor and senior corporate vice president of Estée Lauder) “teamed up to create a pink ribbon. . The Estée Lauder Company went directly to their makeup counters with 1.5 millionribbons.
DO DAIRY PRODUCTS INCREASE RISK FOR BREAST CANCER? The short answer is a resounding no. Dairy’s relationship with breast cancer has been studied extensively over the last 25 years, and while the details of the studies don’t always agree, major studies agree on the basics: that dairy is not associated with an increased risk for breast cancer. X The study, assessment, and analysis ofpublic
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