Survivor calls cancer a gift

Cancer survivor uses her experience to relate to her patients.

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Arizona Breast Cancer 3 Day
Breast cancer survivor Kimberly Harris is walking 60 miles during the Arizona Breast Cancer 3 Day in hopes other women will never have to walk in her shoes.
Survivor to walk 60 miles

Breast cancer survivor on cereal box
A special honor for breast cancer survivor Darlene Werner.
Special honor

Helping survivors feel whole again
The "Whole Again" program at Phoenix Indian Medical Center helps survivors get reconstructive surgery and build their self-esteem.
Whole Again

2008 Komen Phoenix Race for the Cure
12 News is a proud sponsor of the 2008 Komen Phoenix Race for the Cure. Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 12.

Teen's cancer scare a good lesson for all women
Cactus High senior discovers lump in breast following a health class on breast self-exams.
17-year-old survives health scare

Controversial breast self-exam study
Despite the fact that over 50% of women detect their own breast masses, a review of published studies finds no benefit from breast self exams.
Breast self-examination debate

Radio host fights breast cancer
Valley radio talk show host Virginia Garcia wanted to run from breast cancer. Now, she's sharing her personal story with the public.

Local mom trying for a cure
Liz Schrader beat breast cancer then it returned to her spine. But that's not stopping her from trying for a cure in a unique triathlon.

Breakthrough blood test
A breast cancer breakthrough brings early detection to a new level. A simple blood test, developed by a local company, claims to help determine if a patient has breast cancer.
Click here to learn more about the BT Test, to see a list of Doctors/Providers, and to print the BT Test Authorization Form to take to your doctor.

18 year survivor says follow your instinct
Two decades ago, breast cancer wasn't something people openly discussed. 18 year survivor Sharon Carlson explains what got her through the tough time and has key advice for all women. 18 year breast cancer survivor offers advice

The Breast Care Center at John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital offers digital mammography, ultrasound and breast MRI, as well as interventional procedures in a comforting environment that respects the privacy and dignity of each patient we serve.

All exams are performed by dedicated breast specialists, radiologists and pathologists using state-of-the-art technology.

Less Waiting Means Less Worrying
The Breast Care Center can usually schedule a screening mammogram within the week, and diagnostic services within two business days. Biopsy results are available within 24 hours Monday through Thursday.

Screening and Diagnostic Procedures

Annual screening mammography

Diagnostic mammography

High-frequency breast ultrasound and MRI

Interventional Procedures

Ultrasound-guided core needle biopsies

Cyst aspirations

Stereotactically guided core needle biopsies

Wire localizations guided by mammography and ultrasound

Ductography

Make an Appointment Today
Call (602) 870-6079 today to make an appointment for a screening mammogram or diagnostic procedure. Please note that appointments for screening or diagnostic imaging require a physician prescription.

Visit www.JCL.com/breasthealth for more information.

Learn the facts about causes, prevention, diagnosis and treatment options for the most common cancer affecting women.

Arizona Institute for Breast Health
Formed by a consortium of medical professionals who have a deep and abiding commitment to raise the level of compassion and improve treatment outcomes, the Institute offers programs that address all of the issues involved with the disease - from prevention and education to specific treatment options.

Breast Buds, Inc.
A non-profit organization based in Arizona that provides immediate emotional support and information to people diagnosed with Breast Cancer.

Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Learn more about the Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation which is committed to finding the cause of inflammatory breast cancer.

Petition to stop "drive-through" mastectomies
Be a part of a drive to stop the practice in which women are forced out of the hospital sometimes only hours after breast cancer surgery.

The Sister Study
The Sister Study is all about recruiting sisters of women who've battled breast cancer. It's the first long-term follow up study to try and find hereditary and environmental risk factors. For more information call: or call 1-877-4-SISTER (877-474-7837)
Deaf/Hard of Hearing call 1-866-TTY-4SIS (866-889-4747) The Basics:
Test your breast cancer knowledge by taking the 'Komen NetQuiz', plus get answers to your breast health questions at Breastcancerinfo.com.

• Breast cancer facts and figures
Latest advances in the fight against breast cancer

Prevention:
• Breast self exam instructions

Risk Factors:
• Are you at risk of breast cancer?
• How diet affects your risk
• How exercise affects your risk
• Stronger bones, greater risk of breast cancer?
Detailing risk factors
What we know about genetics and breast cancer

Diagnosis:
• Doctors: Early detection is the key
• How a breast cancer biopsy is performed
Breast cancer screening explained
Breast cancer prevention/screening for women at high risk

Other:
• More news on breast cancer treatment and research