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Trying To Prevent Lymphedema After Breast Cancer

Trying To Prevent Lymphedema After Breast Cancer

Lymphedema has long been a neglected side effect of cancer surgery and radiation.

Small Breast Tumors May Need More Treatment

Small Breast Tumors May Need More Treatment

Treatments like chemotherapy or Herceptin aren't usually recommended for women whose tumors are smaller than 1 centimeter.

Menopause Hormones Can Double Breast Cancer Risk

Menopause Hormones Can Double Breast Cancer Risk

New Study Firmly Ties Hormone Use To Breast Cancer

Study: Bone Drug Helps Chemo Fight Breast Cancer

Study: Bone Drug Helps Chemo Fight Breast Cancer

New research adds fresh hope that a drug that strengthens bones might also fight breast cancer.

$1M Gift Endows Johns Hopkins Breast Cancer Fund

$1M Gift Endows Johns Hopkins Breast Cancer Fund

An Eastern Shore couple has donated $1 million to Johns Hopkins' to establish a breast cancer fund.

Pink Holiday Gifts

Pink Holiday Gifts

The holidays can be hard for those with loved ones suffering from breast cancer.  Here are some gift ideas to make the season a little brighter.

Family History Can Trump Breast Cancer Gene Test

Family History Can Trump Breast Cancer Gene Test

If breast cancer runs in the family, women can be at high risk.

Mom Fights Poor Prognosis, Inspires Children's Book

Mom Fights Poor Prognosis, Inspires Children's Book

"I think we have a very happy family," 7-year-old Claire LaSalle said, sitting on a bed overflowing with pink ruffles.

Genetic Testing For Breast Cancer

Genetic Testing For Breast Cancer

What are the pros and cons of genetic testing, is it right for you? 

2,000 Bras Tangle Path To State House In Annapolis

2,000 Bras Tangle Path To State House In Annapolis

Members of the American Cancer Society and breast cancer survivors have circled Lawyers' Mall.

Bras Across DC

Bras Across DC

Hundreds donate bras to raise breast cancer awareness.

"Breast Cancer: The Journey" Discussion

Join us in a discussion while "Breast Cancer: The Journey" airs on Saturday night from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Breast Cancer: The Journey

Breast Cancer: The Journey

Saturday's 9NEWS NOW special will be exploring cutting edge treatments, new detection tools, and have the latest prevention advice.

New Interactive Website To Help Prevent Breast Cancer

New Interactive Website To Help Prevent Breast Cancer

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Breakout Drug Herceptin Brings New Age In Breast Cancer Care

Breakout Drug Herceptin Brings New Age In Breast Cancer Care

In the 10 years since it was approved, doctors say Herceptin has encouraged the development of a growing arsenal of new therapies.

Breast Cancer Patients Changing Habits

Breast Cancer Patients Changing Habits

A new study from Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center shows many women who battle breast cancer aren't making positive or permanent changes after they're diagnosed.

There Is Such a Thing As a Free Lunch

There Is Such a Thing As a Free Lunch

Potbelly Sandwich Works in Laurel will offer free sandwiches and salads in exchange for a donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Thousands Raise Millions in Breast Cancer Walk

Thousands Raise Millions in Breast Cancer Walk

Thousands of walkers in pink trekked 60 miles to raise money for breast cancer research.

Computers Help Docs Spot Breast Cancer On X-rays

Computers Help Docs Spot Breast Cancer On X-rays

A computer is as good as a second pair of eyes for helping a radiologist spot breast cancer on a mammogram.

More Parents Ponder Cancer Gene Tests For Kids

More Parents Ponder Cancer Gene Tests For Kids

A big issue is whether it is ethical or good to test minors.

Del Ray Artisans Help Breast Cancer Patients

Del Ray Artisans Help Breast Cancer Patients

A group of Alexandria Volunteers are using a sewing machine and some bright fabrics to help make it a little easier on breast cancer patients.

New Way To Spot Breast Cancer Shows Promise

New Way To Spot Breast Cancer Shows Promise

A radioactive tracer "lights up" cancer hiding inside dense breasts showed promise in its first big test against mammograms.

Patient-Navigator

Patient-Navigator

Since it's inception two years ago, Georgetown's University Hospital's Patient-Navigator Program has helped more than 800 breast cancer patients through post operative surgical procedures.

Christina Applegate Treated For Breast Cancer

Christina Applegate Treated For Breast Cancer

The Emmy winner's cancer was detected through an MRI ordered by a doctor and is not life-threatening.

Hair Donations

Hair Donations

A toddler donates his hair to help people who have lost their hair because or cancer treatments or burn injuries.

3-D Mammograms, Cameras May Improve Breast Exams

3-D Mammograms, Cameras May Improve Breast Exams

Scientists are using the same concept behind a classic kids' toy to try to see mammograms in 3-D.

Surviving Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Surviving Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Most triple negative patients are young African-American women.

The Promise

The Promise

Komen For the Cure, the organization is re-engaging and re-energizing Komen survivors and activists with a bold message.

Side-Out Program to Fight Breast Cancer

Side-Out Program to Fight Breast Cancer

Rick Dunetz found his high school girls volleyball team helped his mother beat breast cancer, and his mother helped inspire the team he coaches to its best season ever.

Bone Drug Helps Breast Cancer

Bone Drug Helps Breast Cancer

Bone drug Zometa helps fight breast cancer spread.

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