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Central Florida doctor diagnosed with breast cancer shares importance of annual mammograms
Read full article: Central Florida doctor diagnosed with breast cancer shares importance of annual mammogramsA Central Florida radiation oncologist showed up to work one day not realizing it would change her life.
Central Florida walk raises money for breast cancer research, advocates regular mammograms
Read full article: Central Florida walk raises money for breast cancer research, advocates regular mammogramsHundreds of breast cancer survivors and supporters took part Saturday morning in the Orlando “MORE THAN PINK” walk, Susan G. Komen’s annual event that raises funds for breast cancer research.
Lake Mary city worker, firefighters raise awareness for breast cancer awareness month
Read full article: Lake Mary city worker, firefighters raise awareness for breast cancer awareness monthNever take any part of your health for granted; that’s the message Bob Dorlon, 73, wants to spread to everyone.
‘Just listen to us:’ Breast cancer survivor urges doctors to offer screenings for younger women
Read full article: ‘Just listen to us:’ Breast cancer survivor urges doctors to offer screenings for younger womenWhile some doctors suggest getting a mammogram starting at the age of 40, one Central Florida breast cancer foundation disagrees.
Cancer foundation helping Central Florida women preserve the ‘little moments’ in life
Read full article: Cancer foundation helping Central Florida women preserve the ‘little moments’ in lifeIt's the little moments in life, like playing with her 2-year-old son, that Dahlia McDonald no longer takes for granted after doctors diagnosed her with stage III breast cancer.
Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority hosts free health event for women in need of mammograms
Read full article: Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority hosts free health event for women in need of mammogramsSorority Alpha Kappa Alpha is making sure women across Central Florida are staying healthy, which is why they are providing free mammograms this weekend.
‘I have faith’: Gov. DeSantis speaks openly for 1st time about wife’s breast cancer diagnosis
Read full article: ‘I have faith’: Gov. DeSantis speaks openly for 1st time about wife’s breast cancer diagnosisJust over a week after he made the announcement about his wife’s breast cancer diagnosis, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke publicly about it for the first time Tuesday during a news conference in St. Pete Beach.
Florida leaders offer prayers, well-wishes following Casey DeSantis’s cancer diagnosis
Read full article: Florida leaders offer prayers, well-wishes following Casey DeSantis’s cancer diagnosisGov. Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that his wife was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, prompting an outpouring of support from state leaders across the political spectrum.
Can vitamin D reduce breast cancer risk? Here’s what the experts have to say
Read full article: Can vitamin D reduce breast cancer risk? Here’s what the experts have to sayIt’s commonly known that vitamin D helps maintain strong bones, helps the body absorb calcium and can improve heart health. But a recent study indicates vitamin D — specifically, vitamin D3 — can even help reduce the risk of breast cancer.
What to know about the BRCA gene when it comes to breast cancer
Read full article: What to know about the BRCA gene when it comes to breast cancerWhen actress Angelina Jolie found out she had a mutation in her BRCA1 gene that sharply increased her risk of developing breast cancer, she took the aggressive approach of having a preventive double mastectomy. Later, she also had her ovaries removed.
Cancer survivors tell all: ‘I woke up from surgery missing a third of my right breast’
Read full article: Cancer survivors tell all: ‘I woke up from surgery missing a third of my right breast’For someone who has never had to experience or endure breast cancer, it might be understandable that there are questions involved. Does a diagnosis typically come as a surprise, or do people often suspect that something feels not quite right?
Breast cancer survivors tell all: ‘If you feel something and it doesn’t show on the mammogram, keep pointing it out’
Read full article: Breast cancer survivors tell all: ‘If you feel something and it doesn’t show on the mammogram, keep pointing it out’For someone who has never had to experience or endure breast cancer, it might be understandable that there are questions involved.
With 'attitude and determination,’ breast cancer survivor competes in virtual rowing challenge
Read full article: With 'attitude and determination,’ breast cancer survivor competes in virtual rowing challengeORLANDO, Fla. – At 68, Carol Henrion, has found a new passion for rowing. And after six rounds of chemo and 25 rounds of radiation, Carol said she feels better than ever. “I’m walking almost 10,000 steps a day plus rowing sometimes 10,000 meters a day,” Henrion said. It’s a worldwide virtual competition where participants row away for one month and complete as many meters as possible. She goes, ‘Let me just try it.’”Henrion tried and surpassed her own expectations, rowing 167,833 meters.
Breast cancer survivors tell all: ‘Don’t let anyone say you’re too young, because it can happen to anyone’
Read full article: Breast cancer survivors tell all: ‘Don’t let anyone say you’re too young, because it can happen to anyone’For someone who has never had to experience or endure breast cancer, it might be understandable that there are questions involved. Does a diagnosis typically come as a surprise, or do people often suspect that something feels not quite right?
Self-checks? Did you suspect it? How did you learn of your breast cancer?
Read full article: Self-checks? Did you suspect it? How did you learn of your breast cancer?We realize the questions above are quite personal. But we’ll ask, for anyone who might be open to sharing: How did you learn of your breast cancer?
Celebrate the person in your life who’s battled breast cancer: We want to hear your tributes
Read full article: Celebrate the person in your life who’s battled breast cancer: We want to hear your tributesThese days, it’s pretty rare not to know someone who has struggled with cancer, especially breast cancer.
Celebrate the person in your life who’s battled breast cancer: We want to hear your tributes
Read full article: Celebrate the person in your life who’s battled breast cancer: We want to hear your tributesThese days, it’s pretty rare not to know someone who has struggled with cancer, especially breast cancer.