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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We are working to provide you with facts and resources. On this page you’ll find tips and information, along with helpful news stories through out the month. Check back often and make sure to share this information with all the women in your life.
News Stories

Cancer Society urges yearly mammograms   

The American Cancer Society continues to urge women 40 and older to get a yearly mammogram. On average, mammography will detect about 80 percent to 90 percent of breast cancers in women without symptoms.

Hall of Fame coach on her breast cancer battle   

Kay Yow says she's feeling better after spending a few days in the hospital.

Exercise and women's breast health   

Regular exercise can play a key role in breast cancer prevention, combined with other activities

Information on inflammatory breast cancer   

Inflammatory breast cancer is the most violent type of breast cancer.

Mammograms are no joke - They can save lives   

The common perception is that having a mammogram is a negative experience

Tasty gift to help fight breast cancer  Photos Glyph 

During the month of October, Edible Arrangements is thinking pink, for breast cancer awareness month.

Role reversal: employee to breast cancer patient   

A Northern Michigan woman goes from working at an area hospital to becoming a patient there.

Web portal connects those living with breast cancer   

Today, those living with advanced breast cancer now have an online resource available specifically for them.

Big names team up for the cure   

Energizer and acclaimed designer partner with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to Power Up Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Understanding Breast Cancer Risk   

All women are at risk for getting breast cancer. As you get older, your risk increases.

Breast Cancer Information

Breast Cancer Links   

Male Breast Cancer   

Breast cancer in men is a rare disease. Less than 1% of all breast cancers occur in men.

What you need to know   

Breast cancer survivor changes/tips   

Are you at risk?   

Your best defense   

Warning Signs of Breast Cancer   

Statistics   

Resources   

Breast cancer truths vs. myths   

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