National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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    Breast cancer is one of many types of cancers’ in the world today. The cause for breast cancer is not exactly known. It occurs when some breast cells start to grow abnormally, dividing more rapidly than healthy cells do. They continue to gather forming a lump or mass. These cells may continue to spread to other parts of the body. Although it cannot fully be prevented, there are ways to help reduce your chances of getting it. Alcohol consumption should be done in moderation, because it can increase

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    Breast Cancer Awareness

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    Breast Cancer Awareness Analysis Paper Grant it everyone knows that Breast Cancer Awareness is every year and most celebrated in October. Almost every month except August and December, any kind of cancer is celebrated throughout the year. It is so common that we see the symbols of Breast Cancer and see the advertisements but we do not know specifically the purpose for it. Many people just like the symbol because it is a pretty pink bow that they have never seen before and others hardly miss seeing

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    history of breast cancer in the United States of America. This Includes women currently being treated and women who have finished treatment. – BreastCancer.Org“ Breast cancer has taking over many people bodies, also lives. Anybody can get breast cancer from man to women. Cancer doesn’t have to be in your family history for you to get it. Breast Cancer is made up of glands also known as lubes. In a women breast the small tubes (lobules) carry milk to the nipples (ducts) . Breast cancer begins in

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    Ovarian Cancer Awareness

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    Cancer that begins in the ovaries is known as ovarian cancer. It affects 250,000 women world-wide each year, with 20,000 of these women living in the United States. Each year, 140,000 women die of the disease. In 2014, approximately 14,270 died from ovarian cancer in the United States, making it one of the most deadly cancers for women. If detected early, ovarian cancer is highly treatable; 94 percent of women who are diagnosed during stage one live at least five years after diagnosis. Unfortunately

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    Thesis Statement: While both women and men can also get the breast cancer disease there is a cure with awareness to breast cancer. I. Breast Cancer and Who It Attacks A) What Is the Disease and Who It Affects 1. Disease which is a malignant cancer 2. Cells forms within the tissue of the breast 3. Victims are shocked 4. Both men and women get this disease 5. Women will be diagnosed more than men II. Common Risks Factors For Breast Cancer A) This Disease Can Be Caused By 1. One’s diet and lifestyle

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    addressing breast cancer. Breast cancer is a form of cancer that affects the cells of the breast. This happens when cells in the breast grow abnormally. It can spread to nearby tissues and lymph nodes. This cancer can affect bones, liver, and even your brain. All women and men are at risk for breast cancer. It can affect people of every age, race, and ethnic group. Between the ages of 40 and 50, African American women have a higher chance of receiving breast cancer. The ultimate impact of breast cancer

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    Destiny Myers BBH 411W.004 Prof. Gyekis 2/18/16 Breast Cancer Breast cancer is a serious condition and takes many people 's lives each and every year. It accounts for at least 18.2% of cancer deaths worldwide.1 In society today, women are more focused on what appeals to men, rather than worrying about their own health. “If only women paid as much attention to their breast as men do” is promoted by National Breast Cancer Foundation. 2 The message that I took from this PSA is the notion that women

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    been developed to inform cancer survivorship practice, to meet breast cancer patients’ needs and enhance their survival and well-being. In the US, different organisations like the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), The American Cancer Society (ACS), and The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) have released publications and guidelines, and events related to cancer survivorship care. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor: Lost in Transition

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    everyone has experienced cancer taking the life of a loved one, or watched a family member or friend struggle with the infamous disease. Throughout the country, there are several memorials and holidays that remember cancer survivors and their journey to fight their sickness. June 23 is the national holiday raising awareness to breast cancer, and the color pink- the official hue for breast cancer awareness. On Tuesday KLCS-TV PBS Los Angeles will honor victims and survivors of cancer with the début of

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    the growing burden of breast cancer while lacking the health care infrastructure required to identify, diagnose, and treat the disease. Treatment options that do exist are often prohibitively expensive, and care is often fragmented because of the absence of centralized and coordinated health services. The purpose of the study Early detection of breast cancer requires early diagnosis of women with breast cancer symptoms, and in addition can include more intensive breast cancer screening in women without

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