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Oct 30 2024HEALTH

Reducing Breast Cancer Deaths: A Simple Screening Tool for Latin America

Valentina Agudelo first noticed the problem while studying for a college competition: women in Latin America were dying more often from breast cancer because it was caught too late. This was mainly due to the lack of access to mammograms in rural areas. So, she and her friends came up with an idea f

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Oct 29 2024CRIME

Harvey Weinstein's Retrial Pushed Back After Cancer News

Former Hollywood bigwig Harvey Weinstein's retrial for rape and sexual assault has been delayed until next year. This comes just days after news broke that he has bone marrow cancer. Weinstein, 72, was initially found guilty in 2020 for sexual assault and rape. His conviction was later overturned du

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Oct 29 2024HEALTH

Local Hospital and Dragon Boating Team: A Unique Support for Breast Cancer Survivors

Did you know that there's a wonderful collaboration happening in Gibson City, Illinois? The Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services Oncology Clinic and the Prairie Dragon Paddlers (PDP) have teamed up to make a real difference in the lives of breast cancer survivors. Christal Gossett, who heads the O

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Oct 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Olivia Munn's Inspiring Evening: Green Gown, Cancer Awareness, and a Loving Husband

Olivia Munn made her red carpet appearance at InStyle’s Imagemaker Awards on a special note. For the first time since her recent battle with breast cancer, the actress showed off her mastectomy scars. She did so boldly, wearing a dark green slip dress with a low back, revealing her scars. This comes

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Oct 29 2024CELEBRITIES

Rob Dempsey, Christian Radio Host, Dies a Week after Cancer Announcement

Christian radio host Rob Dempsey passed away at 57, just one week after he revealed to his fans that he had stage 3 bladder cancer. His radio station, HisAir, announced the news on Facebook. Dempsey had been with the station for 24 years. He died after experiencing cardiac arrest during emergency su

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Oct 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Fawcett's Legacy Lives On: A Night of Stars and Hope

In Dallas, a unique event blended celebrity charm and serious purpose. The Farrah Fawcett Foundation's Tex-Mex Fiesta brought together stars like George Hamilton and Wynonna Judd to raise funds for cancer research. The evening was a mix of laughter and tears, with guests enjoying Tex-Mex food and bi

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Oct 28 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Rodolfo Franklin, Known as DJ Clark Kent, Passes Away at 58

At the age of 58, Rodolfo Franklin, widely known as DJ Clark Kent, has sadly left us. He lost his battle with colon cancer, which he had been fighting for three years. The news was shared by his family on his Instagram page. They mentioned that he was surrounded by his loving wife, Kesha, and their

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Oct 28 2024HEALTH

Estée Lauder Encourages Breast Health in Daily Self-Care

Think about self-care. Mostly, we think of facials, therapy sessions, and nails. But what about our breasts? Breast cancer affects Black women the most, yet breast health often takes a back seat. That's why Estée Lauder Companies launched the "Breast Care is Self-Care" campaign during Breast Cancer

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Oct 28 2024ENTERTAINMENT

New Orleans Morning News Legend Eric Paulsen Passes Away

Eric Paulsen, a beloved figure in New Orleans morning news, said his final goodbyes at the age of 74. After a long and dedicated career spanning over 40 years at WWL Louisiana, Paulsen announced in September that he was fighting a tough battle with cancer. Despite his determination, he passed away o

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Oct 28 2024HEALTH

Run for a Cause: Fighting Pancreatic Cancer Together

Imagine a community coming together to fight a common enemy. That's exactly what the Elvin Howard Sr. Pancreatic Cancer Foundation is all about. Named after Elvin Howard Sr. , who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in 2017, the foundation aims to raise awareness and support for those affected by

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