The 5th Global Summit on International Breast Health: Guidelines for International Breast Health and Cancer Control -- Supportive Care and Quality of Life concluded Friday, 5 October in Vienna, Austria. Convened jointly by the Breast Health Global Initiative (BHGI) and the IAEA's Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT), it brought together leading global experts in breast cancer, palliative care, hospice and patient advocacy. Discussions during the three-day meeting covered areas … [Read more...]
CFL PINK FOOTBALL – OCTOBER 14 – TORONTO vs MONTREAL
October 5, 2012 by
On October 14th the Toronto Argonauts host their second Annual Pink Game in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation as they race through the final month-long sprint towards the playoffs. Win the division, and the Argonauts get a playoff bye and are one game away from the 100th Grey Cup! The Argonauts face their eastern division rivals, The Montreal Alouettes, at Toronto’s Rogers Centre both with five games remaining, making this an exciting moment for both clubs to come together with … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Month ~ October
October 3, 2012 by
Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells. To better understand breast cancer, it helps to understand how any cancer can develop. Cancer occurs as a result of mutations, or abnormal changes, in the genes responsible for regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. The genes are in each cell’s nucleus, which acts as the “control room” of each cell. Normally, the cells in our bodies replace themselves through an orderly process of cell growth: … [Read more...]
Mastectomy: 4 types – WOMEN in RECOVERY
October 3, 2012 by
Mastectomy Partial or Radical, that is the question? There are four types of mastectomies: partial mastectomy, or lumpectomy, in which the tumor and surrounding tissue is removed; simple mastectomy, where the entire breast and some axillary lymph nodes are removed; modified radical mastectomy, in which the entire breast and all axillary lymph nodes are removed; and the radical mastectomy, where the entire breast, axillary lymph nodes, and chest muscles are removed. A mastectomy … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer – PINK DAY – October 14 – CFL Football Game
October 2, 2012 by
CFL PINK is back in 2012! As part of CFL Pink, the Toronto Argonauts are committed to the fight to end women’s cancers. Our October 14 Game will benefit the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation as our players, coaches, cheerleaders and staff unite in the common goals of raising awareness and funds to prevent breast cancer and support those who have suffered from and survived it. Women’s cancers have touched many in our organization directly and we are thrilled to be able to shine … [Read more...]
Vicky Lynn Darden – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 8, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is honored to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse of a woman. A survivor in many areas of life, here is a perfect example of one that makes a decision to Take Action and use the experiences that life can toss to us, at us and through us; using these events collectively as the molding kiln to grow into the Woman we were destined to BE. WOMAN of ACTION™ Vicky Lynn Darden Hello everyone, my name is Vicky, I am a cancer survivor on a … [Read more...]
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, AnnPietrangelo
April 29, 2012 by
Ann Pietrangelo PHOTO Living with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Triple-negative breast cancers have been defined as tumors that are devoid of the expression of estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR), and HER2. What do you say to someone who has breast cancer? Well, you shouldn't immediately launch into a list of folks who died of cancer, or about the horrible side effects of surgery and chemotherapy, nor should you downplay the seriousness of it … [Read more...]
Tiffany Bond is Taking Action!
February 5, 2011 by
2nd Annual "Crop to End Women's Cancers" Scrapbooking Fundraiser This is a save the date for the fundraising crop of the year. All proceeds go to the Princess Margaret/Shoppers Drug Mart Walk to End Women's Cancers. Last year at this crop we raised over $5000.00 for the walk. Come join us this year on Sunday June 12th from 9-5. For a $35 registration fee (which is tax deductible)you will get all of the following during your 8 hour crop: -a lunch on the outdoor … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Tiffany Bond Taking Action!
January 26, 2011 by
WOMAN of ACTION Tiffany Bond Most of you know that Princess Margaret Hospital is close to my heart so I am doing fundraising projects for my Walk to End Women's Cancers on Sept 10th and 11th, 2011. I have 1 hour ice time booked for both these dates and I need hockey players. I only have room for 20 players plus 2 goalies for each game. 'What better way to raise money for a good cause then doing something you love.' If you don't play hockey but know someone that … [Read more...]
