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Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness Program Stitches the Valley Together

TRIADELPHIA — The Quilt for the Cure initiative annually stitches together partners in the Ohio Valley with patches of comfort, all in an effort to encourage those in the battle against breast cancer. To support this year’s activities, representatives from Wheeling Hospital, Neighborhood ...

Debunking Common Myths Associated With Breast Cancer

Cancer claims the lives of millions of people across the globe every year. But the fight against cancer is anything but hopeless, as the World Health Organization notes that between 30 and 50 percent of all cancer cases are preventable. Learning about cancer is one of the best ways for people ...

Body Image And Breast Cancer Treatment

The physical changes that can result from breast cancer are well-known. However, breast cancer also can lead to emotional changes. In fact, treatments that are designed to beat cancer can have negative effects on a woman’s body image and self-esteem. Body image is a complex post-treatment ...

Knowing Breast Cancer Signs and Symptoms

Breast cancer is a formidable foe. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 627,000 women lost their lives to breast cancer in 2018. But women are not helpless in the fight against breast cancer, as the WHO notes early detection is critical and could potentially save thousands ...

Knowing the Symptoms of Male Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer diagnosed among the female population. Though breast cancer may seem like a disease that’s exclusive to women, breast cancer can affect men as well. While they have a smaller concentration than women, men have breast tissue, which ...

Mobile Mammography Coming to Monroe Family Health Center Oct. 27

WOODSFIELD — Ohio Hills Health Services is pleased to partner with the Ohio State University Breast Health Connection Project, The James-The Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Ohio Department of Health to bring mobile mammography to Woodsfield. From 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Oct. ...