HEALING GARDEN: Giving hope to women fighting breast cancer Oct 17, 2009
Matthew Modoono/Wicked Local Staff Photographer. Gwen Yellow, left, and Cathy DeSimone stretch during Wednesday morning's Gentle Muscle Building and Fitness Class at Virginia Thurston Healing garden in Harvard. (Bolton Common, MA)
Husband, Wife Both Battle Breast CancerA Ohio couple is fighting breast cancer together after dual diagnoses. Oct 17, 2009
A Ohio Couple Is Fighting Breast Cancer Together After Dual Diagnoses. By LAUREN COXABC News Medical UnitOct. (ABC News)
In support of cancer patients Oct 16, 2009
Symbolically, scaling a mountain is similar to the struggle of a patient fighting breast cancer. This programme seeks to restore their confidence and self-esteem and prove that there is life after cancer. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Male Patients Fight Against Breast Cancer Oct 14, 2009
He's also pushing for a centralized national database for men who are fighting breast cancer so that they can get answers to their questions and find out about symptoms and side effects of different cancer medications, something he calls his "No. 1 goal.". Fighting The Same Enemy. (Click2Houston, TX)
Ohio couple both fighting breast cancer Oct 13, 2009
Illness in husband and wife shows how the disease can strike both sexes. Some scientists believe that lifestyle changes, such as watching your weight and limiting alcohol, can lower your risk of developing breast cancer. (MSNBC -- Health)
UC Merced's founding chancellor dies Oct 12, 2009
As a tireless champion of the university and its benefits to the San Joaquin Valley, Tomlinson-Keasey led the university as it faced off against state legislators opposed to the project, environmental lawsuits, federal regulators and local skeptics -- all the while fighting breast cancer. "Simply put, UC Merced would not exist were it not for her visionary leadership, her tireless determination and her remarkable gift of persuasion," said UC Merced Chancellor Steve Kang in a statement after the... (Fresno Bee)
A breast cancer guide for men Oct 9, 2009
Sharon had to get back to work on that breast cancer campaign to help all those women who were fighting breast cancer. Mustering up her best glare face, the surgeon got the message and hung up the phone. (MSNBC -- Health)
Annual fashion show honors breast cancer survivors, victims Oct 9, 2009
I was kind of like Oh my gosh, here are these 12 women laughing over experiences they shared while fighting breast cancer. I thankfully have been able to use this to remember my mom every year. (Concord Journal, MA)
Hanovers Making Strides team raises $12K for cancer research Oct 8, 2009
According to Nawoichik, fighting breast cancer has become this particular family's mission as four of the five sisters have been diagnosed with the disease. Paula Swanson is the youngest of the five, and the first to be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2002. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
PAINT THE TOWN PINK: Breast cancer awareness Oct 7, 2009
Mammograms detect almost 85 percent of breast tumors, and are a very important tool in fighting breast cancer. However, all women should continue to conduct breast self-exams in addition to mammograms and clinical breast exams, adds Dr. Fallon. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Cleavage Creek Wines Fighting Breast Cancer One... Oct 7, 2009
Cleavage Creek Wines Fighting Breast Cancer One Bottle at Time - Food & Drink - FOXNews ... Cleavage Creek Wines Fighting Breast Cancer One Bottle at Time. (Fox News)
Husband returning from Iraq deployment Oct 6, 2009
At this time last year, Potts was fighting breast cancer after being diagnosed with the disease in April 2007. With her husband and hero by her side, she said she felt invincible. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Tens Of Thousands Run, Walk In Race For The Cure Oct 5, 2009
The money raised by Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure Nebraska will go toward local programs that focus on fighting breast cancer. Copyright 2009 by. (7 KETV Omaha)
It can happen to men, too: North Andovers Peter Devereaux fighting breast cancer Oct 3, 2009
It can happen to men, too: North Andovers Peter Devereaux fighting breast cancer - North Andover, MA - North Andover Citizen ... It can happen to men, too: North Andovers Peter Devereaux fighting breast cancer. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Lifetime Networks' 'Stop Breast Cancer for Life' Multi-Platform Public Service Campaign Marks Fifteenth Year Fighting Breast Cancer Oct 2, 2009
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Council approves TIRZ amendment, supports firefighter request for pink shirts Oct 1, 2009
For three days in October firefighters will wear pink in support of those fighting breast cancer. Pink shirts will be available for $15 to join the firefighters in wearing pink. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
CRA kicks off Think Pink week Oct 1, 2009
CRA development coordinator Calvin Jones said the week was also designed to show support for CRA teacher Debbie Stokes, who he said Stokes is currently fighting breast cancer. Stokes was out Tuesday receiving her second round of chemotherapy treatment. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Jacqueline Van Smoorenburg Yelick Oct 1, 2009
After more than eight years of fighting breast cancer Jackie has finally won her battle. She had the courage to end her treatment for the disease on her terms and seek peace. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
No. 9 Terps Host Brown On Friday Sep 18, 2009
The Under Armour Power in Pink Games pay tribute to women everywhere who are fighting breast cancer. By raising awareness and contributing a percentage of Power in Pink jersey sales to breast cancer charities, Under Armour and the teams they outfit hope to bring us all closer to an end to the disease. (Umterps.com)
No reason to stay home Aug 29, 2009
Hoyer is fighting breast cancer. The auction is filled with art prints, trips and tons of activities and services. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
The buzz word at Hazeltine is length Aug 13, 2009
His mother also is fighting breast cancer. In the 2002 PGA at Hazeltine, Rich Beem held on for a one-shot victory after Woods birdied the last four holes. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Think Pink scramble Saturday Aug 1, 2009
The Think Pink Day on the Links has a singular purpose finding a cure for and fighting breast cancer. Proceeds from the event benefit the Greater Evansville affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure and Good Samaritan Hospital Breast Care Center. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Murphy tops area riders at Stampede Jul 23, 2009
Friday will follow up with Tough Enough to Wear Pink night, to help raise money toward fighting breast cancer. The night will also have a Chicks n Chaps women s rodeo clinic, which will introduce roping and rough stock events for a group of female participants. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Lifelong friends to walk in Breast Cancer 3-Day Jul 23, 2009
The trio are preparing to walk 60 miles in three days to raise money for those fighting breast cancer. ADVERTISING~ | | | | | Wednesday, July 22, 2009 3:41 PM CDT Lifelong friends to walk in Breast Cancer 3-Day By MICHELLE HAACKE, Courier Lee News Service OSAGE --- Three childhood friends will walk 60 miles next month to raise awareness and money for those battling breast cancer. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
WADA asks court to ban cyclist Hamilton for life Jul 17, 2009
He later told The Associated Press he took the remedy because he was going through a divorce and his mother was fighting breast cancer. "I took it to help my mental state," Hamilton said in April. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tiger watch begins early today Jun 18, 2009
The emotional favorite is Phil Mickelson, whose wife Amy is fighting breast cancer, but it's Woods who looms over the wet, rugged landscape in light of his impressive win at The Memorial two weeks ago. Tiger Woods, talking to Phil Mickelson's caddie Jim MacKay, is seeking his second straight U.S. Open championship. (News & Observer -- Sports)
LETTERS: NCT, May 30, 2009 May 30, 2009
" with the question in his second paragraph: "Who in their right mind would invade this country. "There does remain the problem of those not in their right minds.George CagleEscondidoNot the whole skate park storyOnce again, although I am not surprised, I find the disappointing practice of not telling the whole story at the North County Times. As before, a San Diego television troubleshooter by the name of "Turko" at KUSI weeks ago exposed the Rancho Penasquitos skate park condition of neglect... (North County Times)
Mickelson off tour as wife battles cancer May 21, 2009
With the announcement that Amy Mickelson is fighting breast cancer, all of a sudden prevailing at next month's U.S. Open has taken a back seat to other matters. "I grew up in a tennis family, and when he told me he was a pro golfer, I thought he worked in the shop at a golf course," she wrote in Mickelson's book, "One Magical Sunday," after he won his first major at the 2004 Masters. (ESPN -- Golf)
Winter Guard raises $22K for cancer group May 15, 2009
Susan G. Komen for the Cure is an organization focused on fighting breast cancer, having invested more than $1 billion in research since its inception in 1982. E-mail mlehman@bizjournals. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Great Homestand Unravels With Giants' Win May 12, 2009
"Every time I look at the bats, I think about my mom and and the women that are fighting breast cancer," Pierre said. "So all around it's a good thing what they do with Mother's Day for baseball." Several other players wore pink wristbands with the pink ribbon sign on them that symbolizes the support of women with breast cancer. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Second Half Rally Falls Short as Hopkins Falls 16-7 to #1 Northwestern Apr 18, 2009
Colleen McCaffrey scored five goals in less than 11 minutes Friday night (Hopkinssports.com)
Marborough runners head to Boston Marathon Apr 18, 2009
My best friend, who is a Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma survivor; her sister-in-law, who is fighting breast cancer; and her mom, who is battling lung cancer. How to donate. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
San Francisco Bay Area Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R) Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Cancer Alert Act Apr 18, 2009
We join more than 100,000 breast cancer survivors and activists around the globe as part of the world's largest and most progressive grassroots network fighting breast cancer. The San Francisco Bay Area Affiliate is proud to have invested over $10. (PR Newswire)
Federal tax hikes cigs more than $1 per pack Apr 9, 2009
Pay Up wrote on Apr 3, 2009 4:14 AM:" Because of the unjust taxes on Tobacco I now have to pay because of these special interest groups, Now I won't have that extra dollar to donate to help fighting breast cancer. Or children's cancer. Or MS, or any other special interest group charities. Not only have you shot yourselves in the foot, you shot your only remaining good one also. ". Helping Uninsured Kids wrote on Apr 2, 2009 9:44 PM:" It is not worth it, nor is it within the government's power to... (Northwest Indiana Times)
McKinney: Puppy Pals in a neighborhood near you Mar 25, 2009
Upon examining the flier Rachel said she noticed a line that said all proceeds would go to help the girls' beloved teacher, Jaime Siefken, who is fighting breast cancer ... Siefken teaches at Wilmeth Elementary and recently announced to students that she is fighting breast cancer. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Common cause Mar 21, 2009
People are fighting breast cancer. People my age are probably fighting breast cancer why not do something for them. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
She's square with life Mar 20, 2009
And, in November, after three years of fighting breast cancer, she was told by a doctor that she had months to live. In hospice care and losing weight in recent weeks as the cancer crept through her body, she confided to a hospice volunteer that she had a last wish, something that recalled summer nights of her childhood and joy with her husband. (Boston Globe)
Race for the Cure Helps Fight Breast Cancer Mar 6, 2009
That money is helping women like Chris Reynolds, who is fighting breast cancer, without insurance. "And I just gave up," she said. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
The Fives: A shooting, SCI to shutter and a cougar video goes viral in the week that was Feb 20, 2009
A new hockey convert, Cox is fighting breast cancer. As she's fought the disease, she likes to come to home games to escape the difficulty of her treatments. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Jacks hope for a case of deja vu Feb 14, 2009
The Jacks' shooting shirts will feature names of family and friends they wish to acknowledge for fighting breast cancer. Fans are encouraged to wear pink. (Missoulian, MT)
The longest 365 days of dreams and perils Feb 12, 2009
" Hudec then hurt his other knee when he crashed in the downhill last Saturday. The road to the Olympics has been strewn with the bodies of those who have been stopped before the Games. Allison Forsyth's story was one that was mixed real life and real pain. The 2003 world championship giant slalom ski bronze medalist had switched to speed events to take some stress off her hip tendinitis. She went to the 2006 Turin Games as an outside medal hope, a senior citizen of the White Circus at 27. In... (Globe and Mail)
Tech women wear pink in basketball win Feb 9, 2009
Sunday, at their game against N.C. State, the Hemingway and the Jackets honored the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame coach and others fighting breast cancer. Through a variety of fund-raising efforts, the team raised more than $4,000 for the Kay Yow/Women s Basketball Coaches Association Cancer Fund. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Genevieve Magazine & Bella Naija Partner for Breast Cancer ... Feb 8, 2009
Sunsequent issues of the magazine featured women fighting breast cancer, survivors and families of many women who had been touched by breast cancer. A Mammography Machine was donated to the breast cancer screening centre of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital Ikeja (LASUTH). (Bella Naija)
