Breast cancer ISN’T pink..and other stories
When I first pinned a pink ribbon on myself, it was October 2004 and I had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. I felt that pinning on the pink ribbon was a symbol of… Continue reading
Monthly Archive: October, 2010
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Pregnancy does not worsen breast cancer outcomes
According to the results of a study conducted at the M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, women who are diagnosed with breast cancer and treated with chemotherapy while pregnant have better disease-free survival (survival without a cancer recurrence or a new cancer) than women who are not pregnant at the time of diagnosis. Overall survival was similar in the two groups of patients.
Origins of the pink ribbon
This month, being breast cancer awareness month, many of you will be wearing pink ribbons, the symbol of breast cancer awareness and support we have all become so familiar with. But have you… Continue reading
9 Ways to Live a Longer and Better Life
It’s hard to keep track of the latest research on what’s good for you and what isn’t. But there are definitely strategies that will help you live a longer, healthier life. Check… Continue reading
Hope for ER-negative breast cancer patients
Women who have estrogen (ER)-negative breast cancer may have more drug-treatment options than previously thought, a Creighton University study suggests. The study is reported in the Oct. 11 online version of the journal… Continue reading
Meat Free Monday
Another autumnal recipe and a sweet treat into the bargain for you today. Baking these apples will fill your kitchen with the most divine smells of apple, cinnamon, toasted nuts and the scent of… Continue reading
Your greatest weakness could be your greatest gift!
And so as we come to the end of World Mental Health Week, I cannot think of a better way to round it off on World Mental Health Day than with the following… Continue reading
Reflections on my birthday
Today is my birthday. I am a real birthday person. I love to celebrate each year, not in any big way though; I much prefer the quieter simpler celebrations in life. Some birthdays… Continue reading
Friday Freebie
Do you like vintage fashion and decor? I have a real passion for it . This Sunday a Vintage Fashion and Decor Fair will take place in The Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin… Continue reading
