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Early detection is the key to fighting Breast Cancer. That's why WPBN/WTOM TV
7&4 continues to bring you Buddy Check
every month.
Buddy Check promotes the early detection and diagnosis
of breast cancer by encouraging female viewers to perform monthly breast self-examinations.
Buddy Check, hosted by TV 7&4's Kristin Maciorowski,
is an on-going awareness campaign, with a special focus on the 4th of every
month. Female viewers are encouraged to select a "Buddy", and on the 4th
of every month, call and remind your buddy to perform a breast self-examination.
Plus, watch Kristin Maciorowski's Buddy Check segment
on the 4th of every month on 7&4 News Today at 5:30 a.m.
and 7&4 News at 5:00 p.m.
Munson Healthcare has partnered with WPBN/WTOM TV 7&4
to bring this extremely important health program to Northern Michigan.
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Breast cancer genetic testing
Thursday, April 10, 2008
You may have heard of the "breast cancer gene", something passed on from generation to generation that has been linked to an increased chance of developing the disease.
Boys raising money to fight breast cancer
Thursday, March 13, 2008
We often hear about the difficulties of living with breast cancer from the women who survive it, but it's not too often we hear from their family members who can also have a tough time.
Boarding for Breast Cancer
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
It's during these dark cold winter months that the Women's Cancer Fund is in desperate need of funding and support; especially when heating bills skyrocket out of control. The fund is getting a boost from an annual event in Benzie County that celebrates one of Northern Michigan's great outdoor passions.
Surgical Pathologists
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
For those awaiting a possible cancer diagnosis or for those who are a breast cancer patient, there is a whole set of doctors working the case that are never seen. They are the ones who look at the tissue, and decide whether the lump that's felt or that abnormal mammogram that's seen is in fact cancer.
The importance of support groups
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
For many the holidays are a chance to spend time with family and friends and celebrate the fact that they're in your life. For those recovering from breast cancer, it's a source of love and support they couldn't go without.
Assistance for un- and under-insured
Monday, November 19, 2007
At the core of our Buddy Check series is the importance of early detection through self breast exams and mammograms. Many women have asked if there is any help for those who don't have insurance. The answer to that is yes.
Breast density affects cancer risk
Thursday, November 15, 2007
For years we've known family history plays a role in a woman's risk of developing breast cancer. Marianne Favro shows us a new risk factor one that is even stronger than having a mother with the disease.
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