North Andover Establishments Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer
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Komen Gives Grant for the Jacki
The program aims to keep breast cancer patients comfortable.
When it comes to cancer treatment and the recovery process, even the clothes a patient wears can make a difference. A Little Easier Recovery is a North Andover-based organization that aims to ease the pain and stress for cancer patients. And the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has given that group a $39,989 grant for “The Jacki Program.” The "Jacki" is a jacket and so much more. To most people, it appears to be a regular stylish jacket. But it's also a recovery jacket that has extra pockets, velcro seams and special sensitive fabric to allow a breast cancer patient to easily maintain a full range of motion and comfort. Many of the nation's top hospitals provide these special jackets to patients free of charge and are…
Friday, October 26, 2012
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Comes to Boston this Weekend
Organizers expect the 5K walk will draw more than 7,000 people into the city and raise more than $1 million for breast cancer research.
In Massachusetts, 133 women out of every 100,000 will be diagnosed with breast cancer. This means that during your lifetime, there's a chance that you, a family member or friend could be diagnosed. Luckily, thanks to awareness, research and investment into the prevention of breast cancer by organizations like Susan G. Komen for the Cure, mortality rates are dropping, and more and more people are coming together to support those fighting against breast cancer. More than 7,000 breast cancer survivors and supporters will take to the streets of Boston this weekend for the 2012 Komen Massachusetts Race for the Cure. The 5k timed race and untimed walk will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at 10 a.m. in Joe Moakley Park, South Boston. One …
Male Breast Cancer Survivor Supports Others by Phone
73-year-old fields phone calls from around the country from men diagnosed with breast cancer.
William Woodfill's habit of not using a washcloth in the shower may have saved his life. "I felt this lump one day ... underneath my left breast," he said. "I knew it shouldn't have been there." For the next month, he checked the lump, monitoring its progression as it grew from the size of a pea to the size of a lima bean. "He couldn't stick anything in it, so he said that we had to take it out," he said of the surgeon who attempted to biopsy the growth with a syringe. It was breast cancer. "I went back fully expecting not to have cancer," said Woodfill, who noted that about 1,500 men a year are diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States. "And that was the big stunner … it flipped the switch from things are normal to things not …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week in Massachusetts
Gov. Deval Patrick signed a bill proclaiming the third week in October as Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week.
Breast cancer: Guys get it too. That's the message of The Blue Wave -- a group created to spread awareness about breast cancer in men -- and the message that will be sent the week of Oct. 21-27 in Massachusetts after Gov. Deval Patrick signed a bill proclaiming the third week in October as Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week. Last month, Patrick signed the bill that says the week aims "to raise awareness of the occurrence of breast cancer in men and to encourage regular testing for breast cancer amongst all citizens of the Commonwealth." According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure, one of the most well-known breast cancer awareness groups, breast cancer in men is rare but still happens: The overall ratio of female to male breast …
Monday, October 15, 2012
Where to Get a Breast Examination Nearby
Breast cancer is the most common type of newly diagnosed cancer among Massachusetts women, accounting for nearly 30 percent of new cancers among women. But early detection of breast cancer through routine exams saves thousands of lives every year.
Studies have shown that early detection of breast cancer improves the chances of a cure. That in itself is the most important reason to make an appointment today for a breast exam or mammogram. Locally, you can go to Saints Women's Center for Health & Wellness on Turnpike Street. Saints uses state-of-the-art 3D digital mammography for quality imaging and has a spa-like reception area with Wi-Fi while you wait. Holy Family Hospital in Methuen also has a Breast Cancer Center that offers advanced technology for quality imaging and diagnostics. Going for an exam can be nerve-wracking. To better understand the importance of exams, here's helpful information that explains the process, when you should go and why: Breast self-exams There has been …
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Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Shop Pink to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means a variety of pink products will be hitting the shelves. But, do your pink purchases always go towards the cause?
A wave of pink is flooding stores everywhere, as retailers participate in Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the savvy shopper, it's an opportunity to donate to a good cause while snagging unique, pink-hued items. Kohl's has launched its Kohl's Cares program, with profits from certain merchandise going directly to support the fight against breast cancer. But before you plunk down your green for some pink, the nonprofits behind Breast Cancer Awareness Month want you to check the label. Jenna Glazer, director of development for Young Survival Coalition (YSC), a global organization dedicated to helping young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer, said that buyers should be on the lookout for a label or tag that tells where the money from…
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Friday, October 5, 2012
Breast Cancer Support in the Area
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here's a list of local breast cancer support groups.
One in 8 American women and 1 in 1,000 American men will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. It’s estimated that more than 2 million people are diagnosed with breast cancer and fight for their lives each year. Breast cancer is difficult to face alone—for both patients and their loved ones. To help in the battle, there are a number of local resources and support groups. There is a support group in Middleton, in which people who are living with stage 4 breast cancer meet and talk. The group meets on Route 114 in Middleton every other Wednesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. For more information or to register, contact Heather LoRe heatherlore@verizon.net or Marie Lucca at mariejlucca@comcast.net. A collaboration of several different …
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Healthy Living Can Prevent Breast Cancer: North Andover Resources
Research shows good nutrition and exercise can help prevent breast cancer. Here are some resources around North Andover to help you stay healthy.
You might be able to find help fighting breast cancer and other types of cancers at your local grocery store and fitness centers, according to the research findings of Dr. Marian Neuhouser, Ph.D, RD. Dr. Neuhouser is a nutritional epidemiologist with a background in nutritional sciences. She is an investigator at Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Her research is focused on lifestyle factors such as nutrition and physical activity. Some factors may prevent breast and prostate cancer and improve survivorship in those diagnosed with cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than 200,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 American women will die …
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Monday, October 1, 2012
Think Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness Events in North Andover
From galas to walks to shopping, here's how you can participate, pledge support and donate to the cause in your North Andover and Massachusetts.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and whether you love to shop, attend events, walk or run, there are tons of different ways to support the cause. Check out the list below of opportunities to go pink in North Andover and beyond: Salvatore's Restaurant down the road at 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence, is fighting the cause with a perky pair of sweet panna cotta. For the entire month of October, Salvatore’s is donating a percentage of each busty-dessert sale to the Ellie Fund, an organization that provides breast cancer support services free of charge for hundreds of patients in Massachusetts. Massachusetts residents will also be participating in the following: Addicted to Zumba? Join other Zumba enthusiasts at the Party in …
