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.
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By Rossana Weitekamp
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10/28/15
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An estimated crowd of 65,000 people clad in pink raised $2.7 million for breast cancer research and awareness on Oct. 18 at Jones Beach in the annual Making Strides of Long Island Walk.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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10/20/15
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The MacArthur High School volleyball team hosted its annual Dig Pink event on Thursday to help raise awareness for breast cancer.
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By Rebecca Anderson
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10/20/15
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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 . . .
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10/7/15
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Seaford held its fourth annual Relay for Life at the high school on June 6. Relay for Life is the top fundraiser for the American Cancer Society and more than four million people participate in the event nationwide, collectively raising about $400 million.
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By Matthew Rachek
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6/10/15
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Battling cancer is a never-ending team effort. For one day, the Seaford community will join the race to fight the disease by raising awareness and funds.
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By Matthew Rachek
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6/2/15
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Quick: What’s the most common form of cancer?
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11/20/14
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to gauge your awareness. Are the following statements true or false?
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10/9/14
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Do we really want to see the bruisers of the NFL play for pink? As Breast Cancer Awareness month begins . . .
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9/25/14
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By Michael Ganci
mganci@liherald.com
Rose-Marie Snyder’s grandfather died in 2005 when she was seven years old, but she continues to honor his memory.
Snyder will host the third annual …
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By Michael Ganci
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4/15/14
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