Keyword: breast cancer
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Breast cancer in the age of Donald Trump
The great majority of women survive breast cancer. That’s what I’m thinking as Breast Cancer Awareness Month commences. I am reminding myself and other survivors that, despite the dreaded diagnosis and difficult treatment . . . more
This month, let’s all join the fight against breast cancer
Breast cancer has killed far too many of our wives, mothers, sisters and friends. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the U.S., after lung cancer, and . . . more
JoAnn Pushkin with state Sen. John Flanagan after she received the New York State Senate Women of Distinction award. The award recognized Pushkin’s efforts in lobbying for the Breast Density Information Law.
More testing, not less, needed for breast cancer
According to a report by the New York State Cancer Registry, which is maintained by the Department of Health, the occurrence of female breast cancer in many Nassau County areas is much higher than the state expectancy rate. In fact, of Nassau County’s 65 zip codes, 35 had at least a 15 percent increase in the number of breast cancer cases anticipated in those areas, the report said. more
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Students had fun in the photo booth. In front, from left, were Meaghan Adams and Rebecca Colgan; in back were Raven Pitt, Yasmeen Shaukat, Alesha Gutierrez, Joy Okafor, and Amber Shaukat. Hidden under the pink wig was third-grader Hannah Shaukat.
Central H.S. goes pink against cancer
More than 400 students showed up for Central High School’s annual Pink Fair on Oct. 16 to raise money for breast cancer research and increase awareness about the disease, which affects Long Islanders at a rate 13 to 18 percent higher than the statewide average. more
The ‘pinking’ of America: part activism, part fraud
Breast cancer is big business in America today, and high season for the industry is October. Personally (and it is personal), I feel exploited by the “pinking” of the world around me . . . more
Early detection is key to surviving breast cancer
Despite years of research and publicity, breast cancer remains the second leading cause of death among women, behind only heart disease. The good news is . . . more
The “Mardi Gras Garden Party” bra was designed by Malvernite Deborah Gordon.
Works of art, born from lingerie
Seeing these highly decorated art bras displayed en masse conjures up images of a strong, feminine army, individual in design, and ready to combat the trials and tribulations of breast cancer. In just two short weeks, the public will have the opportunity to join in their fight. more
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Myths — and truths — about breast cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to gauge your awareness. Are the following statements true or false? more
Football players should wear black and blue
Do we really want to see the bruisers of the NFL play for pink? As Breast Cancer Awareness month begins . . . more
The cast of "Average Perfection."
Comedy for a cause
The Valley Stream courtroom will be transformed into a theater this weekend, with a two-day production that will raise money for breast cancer support groups. more
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