Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Survivors are part of a sisterhood, whether they choose to be or not. And sharing stories – funny, sad, ironic – is what sisters do best.
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- Ronni Newton
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. Hearing the words, "I'm sorry, but it's cancer," comes as a shock to anyone, and I never thought I would hear them that day. I was in my mid-40s, a marathon runner, healthy eater, non-smoker, no family history. The only real risk factor I had was giving birth to my first child after age 30. I cried (hysterically). I went for a long run the next morning. I got a second opinion. I told only a handful of people, and I went about my busy life trying not to think about it. I made a list of other women I knew who had fought – or were fighting – this awful disease. In a few moments, I came up with more than 15 names of women in my community, most of whom were right around my age. Clearly, I was not …
Monday, October 29, 2012
Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by uploading photos of your and/or your family and friends supporting the cause.
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Monday, October 29, 2012
Showing off your pink pride during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a favorite thing to do with survivors and supporters alike. Thousands of hats, shirts, and other pink breast cancer items are sold in October. Millions of tiny pink ribbons are worn to support the cure for breast cancer and hope for many women. Also, countless numbers of people show support of Breast Cancer Awareness by participating in fundraising events. Have you strapped on your pink running shoes for the Komen Race for the Cure? If a walk is more your speed, how about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure? Have you joined a local support group? Joined efforts with other supporters to hold a fundraiser or night out? We want you to tell us your story in the …
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
All the pink leaves no doubt October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but has it become over commercialized?
According to the Better Business Bureau, some pink-labeled products actually have very little to do with breast cancer. The consumer advocacy agency advises if you’re buying pink specifically to support a charity, you might want to look into how that purchase will benefit it, and which charity will get the money. In some instances, pink is just the promotion to help get the product off the shelf. Do you think the pink campaign has become too commercialized? Has it become another revenue stream for scam artists or companies looking sell their products? Tell us in the comments below. For anybody who wants to ensure their pink dollars support the cause, the BBB has the following tips:
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Nearly 40 Gwinnett dentists offering teeth bleaching services for donations to Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation toward purchase of 3D breast cancer diagnostic machine.
Gwinnett dentists are offering teeth whitening services starting Oct. 1 through the end of January to raise funds for new 3D breast imaging equipment at Gwinnett Medical Center. The “Brighter Smiles for Brighter Futures” program was founded in 2001 by Lawrenceville dentist Dr. Bruce Carter, who was joined by Duluth dentist Dr. Slade Lail in 2002. Dr. Tina Heil Herrington of Suwanee teamed with Dr. Carter as co-chairman of the program four years ago. Fourteen more dentists from throughout Gwinnett County participated in 2003. Nearly 40 dentists are making the teeth whitening offer this year. During its first three years, the program raised more than $104,000 for Gwinnett Relay for Life, according to Dr. Carter. The Gwinnett Medical Center …
