Reaching For A Cure
101.9 Lite FM in partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure presents our 10th annual Reaching for a Cure: A guide to breast cancer awareness. This vital publication is available at Baltimore area participating CVS and Massage Envy locations. Inside you will find timely information on breast cancer prevention, self-examination, healthy living, tips, local supports, as well as where and how to register for this year’s Race for the Cure in Hunt Valley on Sunday, October 19th.
Click here to view our online PDF version
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Risk Factors
Breast Cancer Risk: Separating Fact from Fiction
There are several known facts about breast cancer risk. The most surprising to women is that most breast cancer patients have no risk factors. Therefore, even if nothing on the following list is true for you, you still need to do annual breast exams, monthly self-breast exams and annual mammography if you are over 40 years old.
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Taking Control
Regaining Normality After Breast Surgery
After breast cancer surgery, patients may be left to find options that can help them feel complete again. The options range from reconstruction to external breast prosthesis. For patients eligible for reconstruction, a plastic surgeon is able to provide options that best meet the needs of that patient. External breast prosthesis is another option to reconstruction.
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Did You Know?
Let Us Help Answer Some Of Your Questions
Dr. Cynthia Drogula, medical director of The Aiello Breast Center at Baltimore Washington Medical Center, answers your questions about self breast exams.
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