BREAST CANCER

Oct 26 2024HEALTH

Breast Cancer in the Latino Community: A Different Battle

Breast cancer is a serious issue, and in Texas, it's the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women. Unfortunately, according to Dr. Eduardo Valdes of Suvida Healthcare in Dallas, when it hits the Latino community, things get even tougher. You see, while Hispanic women overall have lower rate

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Oct 25 2024CELEBRITIES

Olivia Munn Bares Scars, Found Her Strength

Actress Olivia Munn, who had a double mastectomy after a breast cancer diagnosis, has gone topless in a new ad for Skims. The campaign, released during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, shows Munn wearing Skims bras, including one that reveals her mastectomy scars. She shared that seeing her scars make

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Upgrading Imaging for Women's Health

Kootenai Health is making some big changes to improve women’s health services. Starting in 2025, they’ll be adding a new facility in Coeur d’Alene and upgrading their existing Women’s Imaging Center in Post Falls. This is all happening during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to ta

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Breast Cancer: Why Early Detection Matters

Did you know breast cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in women? The American Cancer Society shares that by the time a woman turns 50, there's a chance one in 50 might have developed invasive breast cancer. This is why regular screening is so important. Mayo Clinic advises that wo

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Oct 24 2024HEALTH

Containers Spell 'HOPE' for Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and companies are finding unique ways to show support. One creative effort comes from DP World at the Port of Southampton. Employees there used 21 bright magenta containers from Ocean Network Express to spell out the word "HOPE, " adding a pink ribbon to hig

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Oct 23 2024CELEBRITIES

Jenna Fischer’s Surprising First Call After Cancer Diagnosis

When Jenna Fischer, known for her role in "The Office, " recently revealed her year-long battle with breast cancer, she also shared an interesting detail: the first celebrity she called after receiving the news. In an exclusive interview with Hoda Kotb on the "TODAY" show, Fischer recounted her expe

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Jenna Fischer's Secret Cancer Battle: A Friend's Support

Jenna Fischer, known for her role as Pam Beesly in "The Office, " recently revealed her year-long battle with breast cancer. During this private journey, she found a rock-solid support system in her co-star and best friend, Angela Kinsey. Fischer shared how she confided in Kinsey from the start, ask

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Oct 21 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris: A Birthday Visit to a Black Church in Atlanta

On her 60th birthday, Vice President Kamala Harris visited New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia. She spoke at the service as part of the "Souls to the Polls" campaign, encouraging Black churchgoers to vote. Pastor Jamal Bryant praised Harris as a leader and expressed support fo

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

The Hair Care Brand Fighting Breast Cancer

Breast cancer can strike anyone, but it's especially tough for women who struggle with health disparities. That's why the hair care brand Thank God It's Natural, or tgin, is doing something about it. The brand was founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson, who battled breast cancer for six years before passing

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Oct 18 2024LIFESTYLE

Grandma's Thanksgiving Friend Reveals Cancer Fight

You might remember Wanda Dench, the grandma who sent a Thanksgiving invite to the wrong number back in 2016. She made a surprising announcement this year. Turns out, she's been battling breast cancer. Wanda accidentally sent that text to Jamal Hinton many years ago. Despite the mix-up, they've beco

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