Tag: breast cancer awareness
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From Yoga Pain to Breast Cancer: A Mum’s Journey Through Lobular Cancer and Mastectomy
Introduction: A routine yoga session takes a dramatic turn What began as a routine yoga practice for a busy mum quickly became a medical turning point. During a yoga session, she felt a sharp pain in her breast—a sensation that prompted a series of medical tests and a life-altering diagnosis. The journey that followed sheds…
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Hero Cop Amy Scott: Profound Courage at Bondi Junction and her Battle with Rare Breast Cancer
Introduction: A Local Hero, Now Facing a Personal Battle Two years after an ordinary day turned extraordinary when New South Wales Police Inspector Amy Scott confronted a violent attacker at Sydney’s Westfield Bondi Junction, she is confronting a new, daunting challenge off the streets. Diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer, Scott’s…
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Stay Alert: Breast Screenings Save Lives in Canberra
Why Breast Screenings Matter October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when communities rally to highlight the importance of early detection. For Canberrans, a free breast screen with BreastScreen ACT offers a simple, proven way to protect health and save lives. Regular screening can detect cancers before symptoms appear, increasing treatment options and improving…
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Patient Stories and New Research Highlight Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Event at Fred Hutch
Overview of the Event and Its Purpose Last week, invasive lobular breast cancer (ILC) patients and healthcare providers gathered at Fred Hutch Cancer Center for a two-hour program dedicated to Global Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day. The event highlighted patient stories, epidemiological findings, and cutting-edge developments in screening and clinical trials for this common breast…
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Running to Reclaim Independence: A Breast Cancer Survivor’s Journey
Finding Independence Again Through Running Moira Jordan, a secondary school teacher from south-east London, faced a life-altering diagnosis in March 2023: triple positive breast cancer. After discovering a thickening at the edge of her breast, she embarked on an arduous medical journey that included eight rounds of chemotherapy, a double mastectomy with reconstruction, radiotherapy, and…
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Running Back to Independence: A Cancer Survivor’s Journey and a Message for Young People
From diagnosis to dependence to independence When Moira Jordan, a 32-year-old secondary school teacher from southeast London, faced triple positive breast cancer in March 2023, she was confronted with a reality many young people fear: a disease that can upend daily life, plans for a family, and the sense of self she had built over…
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Running helped me reclaim independence after cancer treatment
A journey from diagnosis to running again Moira Jordan, a secondary school teacher from south-east London, faced a life-changing battle after a breast cancer diagnosis in March 2023. Carrying the BRCA gene, she had already watched her family navigate cancer’s challenges, with her mother’s ovarian cancer diagnosis years earlier. At 29, Moira underwent a double…
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Rising Invasive Lobular Carcinoma: Understanding ILC, Red Flags, and What They Mean for Screening
What is Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC)? Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC) is a less common but increasingly visible form of breast cancer that begins in the lobules, the milk-producing glands. Unlike the more familiar invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), ILC tends to grow more diffusely and may not form a well-defined lump. This subtle growth pattern can…
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Perlmutter Cancer Center Experts Spotlight Rise of Breast Cancer in Younger Adults
H2: Rising Concern: Early Onset Breast Cancer in the United States P: Breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer death among women ages 20 to 49 in the United States. Experts at NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center are sounding the alarm about diagnoses at younger ages and at more advanced stages. This trend underscores…
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Czarina Umali’s Moment of Mercy: Mrs. Universe California 2025 Prays for Her Cancer-Stricken Mom
Emotional Spotlight: A Daughter’s Prayer on the Road to Mrs. Universe California 2025 In a poignant moment that touched many watching, Mrs. Universe California 2025 winner Czarina Umali spoke candidly about her mother, Belinda, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. The intimate interview at the Kingsford Hotel captured a rare mix of pride, vulnerability,…