Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Womens Health

Breast cancer survivor recalls journey to celebrate

Celebrating Oaks Day 2024 has taken on a new meaning for Rachel Trice, 34, of Madison, Indiana. Rachel will be among the 150 breast and ovarian cancer survivors to walk…

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Breast cancer journey for 1 becomes a family affair

Sara Scott received upsetting news. Her niece had been diagnosed with breast cancer. At 40 years old and after her first mammogram, Virginia Doll, a fashion designer in New York…

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Dense breasts: What they mean for you and your mammogram choices

All breasts are unique – from their shape and size to their density. Breasts are made of fat, fibrous tissue (strands of collagen protein that hold fat, connective tissue and…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Womens Health

A breast self-exam is no substitute for a screening mammogram, but has benefits

Knowing how to check for breast cancer with a self-exam can be an effective way to be aware of any changes in your breasts, but isn’t a replacement for an…

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Louisville woman recounts her breast cancer surgery from small lump to fast and compassionate care

Finding a lump in her breast was something Heather Kleisner didn’t have time for in her busy life. But when she did, the meetings, conference calls and event planning on…

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What to do if you find a lump in your breast

Finding a lump in your breast can be scary, and it’s easy to think of the worst-case scenario: cancer. However, the American Cancer Society notes that breast lumps are relatively…

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Mother and daughter’s pillows provide unique comfort to breast cancer patients

Four years ago, Sara Westerman was diagnosed with breast cancer. She chose treatment that included a double mastectomy with reconstruction. While preparing for surgery, Sara discovered pillows designed for patients…

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Breast cancer ‘thriver’ offers practical comfort to other patients

Rhonda Cash calls herself a breast cancer “thriver.” She practices self-care by giving back to her community and shares comforting gifts with cancer patients going through treatment. “I want other…

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Health care is self-care: Act now for your breast health

At Norton Healthcare, we believe annual mammograms are one of the most important forms of self-care you   can practice. Thanks partly to early detection, breast cancer is one of the…

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Breast self-exams crucial for those under 40 who aren’t ready for screening mammograms

Laura Chamberlin first noticed a lump in her breast when she was a graduate student living in Seattle, Washington. She mentioned it to her primary care doctor, who told her…

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Derby Divas honoree Kimberley Marek’s cancer spotted on a 3D mammogram

In 2017, Kimberley Marek received a call after her mammogram, letting her know that something had come back abnormal. It wasn’t the first time this had happened. Since she has…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, COVID Vaccine, COVID19, Womens Health

Swollen lymph nodes are a normal and harmless COVID-19 vaccine side effect

Swollen lymph nodes and the COVID-19 vaccine have been an issue for many, but the harmless side effect is causing alarm as some mistake the temporary underarm lump for a…

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