by Barbara Dickens For The Leader In 2011 over 572,000 Americans died of cancer – that is over 1,500 a day. This is too many! This is why we Relay. This is why we are here. The good news is there … [Read more...]
Self-exams save lives. Brenda Pinon is living proof.
by Fritz Guthrie for The Leader Once a month and on every major holiday, Brenda Piñòn has honored herself by performing a breast self-exam. For her birthday in January 2011, the results of that … [Read more...]
Garden Oaks native relies on prayer and The Rose
by Karen Campbell for The Leader Sharon Haidusek has spent her career taking care of others. Now the 59-year-old native of Garden Oaks has had to be on the receiving end of that arrangement. … [Read more...]
American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Facts 2012
The American Cancer Society provides this snapshot of breast cancer the world over in 2012. Risk Factors • Breast cancer is a random and deadly disease. • Being female and advancing in age … [Read more...]
Think pink: Leader-area Breast Cancer Awareness events for fun, health
CHICK-FIL-A GOES PINK FOR KOMEN Chick-fil-A will host its first “Pink Out” for breast cancer event on October 5 at its Northwest Crossing location, 13240 Northwest Freeway. The restaurant will … [Read more...]
Texas offers license to drive pink — for breast cancer support
Glenn Pangilinan’s wife, Helene, now has pink Texas "TUF MOM" plates on her car. Glenn says he was shopping for himself then saw the pink ribbon plates. “I thought, oh, I have to get those for her.” … [Read more...]
Breast cancer FAQs: overcoming fear and ignorance
With all the advances in diagnosis, treatment and emotional support, the biggest hurdles to overcome in battling breast cancer are frequently still fear and ignorance Dr. Daniel Roubein is the lead … [Read more...]
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