Breast Cancer Awareness
October is breast cancer awareness month and thousands of women have come out to share their own experiences, including some brave celebrity survivors. Distributed by Tubemogul.
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Female Breast Anatomy Slide Show
The anatomy of the human female breast contains various tissues and structures. One of the primary functions of the breast is milk production. Learn about breast ducts, muscles, and blood vessels in this slide show from the Mayo Clinic.
Stages of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is classified from stage 0 (zero) to stage IV (four). The stages are determined by a sample of breast tissue, as well as examination of tissue from the lymph nodes under your arm. The purpose of staging is to estimate the chances of survival of at least five years after diagnosis. Learn about breast cancer staging with this slide show from the Mayo Clinic.
Breast Self-Exam Slide Show
Early detection is the best way to combat cancer; learn how do a regular breast self-exam.
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Cancer Quiz
Cancer will more than likely affect you or someone you love...how much do you really know about it?