Articles Tagged "Breast Cancer"

Bridget* was in her early twenties when she first saw Dr. Donese Worden, a naturopathic medical doctor. Her symptoms – sheer exhaustion, no motivation, sick all the time, multiple infections – were so bad she could not drive, attend school or hold down a job. After many doctor visits...

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close, it’s a good time to check in on just how aware we really are. Nicole Seagriff, a 27-year-old breast cancer survivor, recently shared her story with LadyLux, and has a message for women young and old: “There is no greater advocate than...

“My name is Nicole Seagriff, from Ridgefield, Connecticut, and I’m a 3-month breast cancer survivor,” the 27-year-old began as she addressed the crowd at the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in New York City last Sunday. Seagriff had just completed an impressive feat: walking 39.3 miles...

Breast cancer awareness month is the time to educate, fundraise and make everyone more conscious of the many lives touched by the disease. Among the millions of women affected by breast cancer, there are many stories to be told. During the month of October, the Queen Mary has partnered...

While places like Ralph Lauren and QVC have storewide promotions to benefit Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout October, many other companies have developed special products and lines to honor this important cause. From cupcakes and coffee to fresh gym gear to glam jewelry, check...

While many are already getting their pink ready in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October is a big month for many other charities as well. Discover unique events across the country that support everything from breast cancer research to walruses to our next great writer. Add one...

Another month, another list of the best benevolent events to fill your social calendar. Have fun and contribute to a great cause by participating in any of these events happening around the country. Whether you are running for ovarian cancer, food and wine tasting for the American Heart...

When Marie Zoutomou first discovered a lump in her breast during a self-exam, she knew something might be wrong. But two doctors told her not to be concerned. So she wasn’t. A year later, when the lump had grown bigger, she got tested. She had advanced stage breast cancer. October is...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and chances are, you or a loved one has been affected by the illness in some way—more than 2 million Americans have had the disease.

Experience the power of pink and donate to breast cancer research while indulging in some chic products at the...

Kohl’s department store is making a unique statement in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To spread awareness and raise funds, Kohl’s has contracted with 17 artists to produce six-foot-tall sculptures of the cancer’s awareness ribbon that will communicate each sculptor’s...