Why We Walk: Chris Estell – Breast Cancer Survivor Q&A
People who participate in breast cancer walks typically have a reason for walking and a story to share. Throughout October, Healthcare Daily Online will be sharing testimonials from breast cancer survivors and their families,...
What Is Male Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer may strike many as an exclusively female concern. In truth, however, men should be aware that they too can develop the disease. While rare, the American Cancer Society notes that approximately 2,350...
Why We Walk: Susan Hammond – Setting an Example for Future Generations
In this ‘Why We Walk’ testimonial, we introduce Susan Hammond, a tough grandma who wasn’t going to allow breast cancer to take her away from her family. Her reason for walking: I walk to support...
Why We Walk: Kent & Cortney – Building Awareness in Memory of a Wife...
In the third installment of our ‘Why We Walk’ series, we introduce Kent Trimble and his daughter, Cortney Murphy. After Laura Trimble passed away from breast cancer 19 years ago, the family has made...
10 Things You Should Know About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, affecting both men and women of all ages. In order to minimize individual risk, it is important to understand some general...
Why We Walk: Karyn McCann – Former Marine Fighting a Different Kind of Battle
We continue along in our ‘Why We Walk’ series with the survival story of Karyn McCann, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer at a young...
Study: Counseling Important for Patients Before Breast Cancer Gene Test
Genetic screenings for mutations of BRCA, a gene with strong connections to development of breast cancer, is an important step in improving awareness of physical health and personal cancer risk. Prior to testing, however,...