- 9 News Fights Breast Cancer
One in eight women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. More than 39,000 women in our country will die from breast cancer this year. The statistics are alarming, but there is hope in the numbers. Breast cancer death rates have been going down, a result that could be attributed to early detection and better treatment options.
That’s why WCPO is launching a campaign to fight breast cancer. We want to promote awareness of breast cancer issues including prevention, screening and support. In this section, you will find help and resources for yourself or someone you know. There are various opportunities for you to get involved in the fight.
WCPO invites you to join our Self-Exam Alerts by agreeing to remind a friend or family member to do a breast self-examination on the 9th of every month. Sign up at the link to the right.
Right now, there are more than 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. Join WCPO in fighting for these and future survivors until there is a cure.
If you have an event you would like to see on this page, scroll down to the calendar at the bottom. If there is more information you would like to see on this page, email MMorrow@wcpo.com.
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Scripps anchor shares story of survival
Cynthia Newsome, an anchor at WCPO sister station KSHB in Kansas City, is a breast cancer survivor and wants to thank everyone who supported her during her battle.
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Need a ride? Call Road to Recovery
Road to Recovery is a program that helps provide transportation to cancer patients.
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Center offers "Hope" for cancer patients
The American Cancer Society Musekamp Family "Hope Lodge" is offering hope by providing a home away from home for cancer patients.
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Mammogram van stops by WCPO
Channel 9 helped dozens of women with their annual mammogram Thursday
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Komen exec quits over funding dispute
A high-ranking official resigned Tuesday from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast-cancer charity after a dispute over whether the group should give funding to Planned Parenthood, according to a letter obtained by The Associated Press.
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School sued over 'boobies' bracelet ban
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana on Monday said that it had filed a lawsuit against an Indiana school district that banned "I (heart) BOOBIES" bracelets.
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Komen reverses Planned Parenthood choice
The Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast-cancer charity on Friday abandoned plans to eliminate grants to Planned Parenthood.
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Cancer center has GPS for breasts
The Barrett Cancer Center has what’s actually called a breast health navigator.
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Komen halts grants to Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, two iconic organizations that have assisted millions of women for years, are no longer partners.
- Husband finds wife's breast cancer
Husband finds cancer in his wife and local family gets through it together.
- Prevent breast cancer with superfoods
A diagnosis of breast cancer may come with more than a prescription of radiation, drugs, and surgery. You might also fight or even prevent the disease by simply turning to your fridge.
- A husband shares his family's journey with breast…
A husband shares his family's journey with breast cancer.
- Cancer Companion program
Cancer Companions pairs someone who is newly diagnosed with someone who has finished their treatment.
- Double mastectomies more popular for woman at risk
Doctors say it's a choice more women are making to fight or reduce the risk of breast cancer.
- Age is just a number
Jocelyn Banks of Springdale learned that knowing your body is the key to early detection in young women. She found out she had breast cancer on her 25th birthday. That was almost ten years ago now.
- Local woman battles breast cancer
9 News interviews a local woman who shares her battle with breast cancer.
- Potraits capture breast cancer scars
Powerful exhibit gives breast cancer survivors a way to express themselves in a way words cannot.
- Breast cancer knows no gender, Mason man finds
Mike Schroder of Mason was diagnosed with breast cancer and now, a five-year survivor, he is spreading awareness.
- Dense breasts and breast cancer diagnosis
How dense breast can affect a breast cancer diagnosis.
- The Pink Ribbon Pink Party
1,400 women filled the Duke Energy Center for the10th anniversary of the Pink Ribbon Luncheon.
- Bras across the bridge
Bras across the bridge on Purple People Bridge
- Castle goes pink
The Channel 9 News station goes pink for breast cancer month.
- Tri-State Events to Fight Breast Cancer
Your Story
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Send us your breast cancer story
We want you to send us your picture holding a sign of how many years you have been a breast cancer survivor and tell your story.
Resources
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Breast cancer resources
Looking for a book, DVD, database or website that can provide information about breast cancer? Check out our list of breast cancer resources and be sure to send in your favorites, too.
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Places to get a mammogram
Mammograms are a crucial part of breast cancer detection that physicians recommend for all women, so use this list of mammogram screening locations to schedule an appointment today.
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What to ask doctors about breast cancer
Things you should ask your doctor when it comes to breast cancer.
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Local breast cancer support groups
You don't need to go through breast cancer on your own. These support groups will offer guidance, advice and a sholder to lean on.
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Sign up for self-exam reminders
WCPO invites you to take a pledge for self-exam, where you agree to remind a friend or family member to do a breast self-examination every 9th of the month.
Photos
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Over 12,000 people walked 5 miles through downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky to help support the fight against breast cancer.
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10th annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon
The Pink Ribbon Campaign held its 10th annual luncheon at the Duke Energy Center downtown. 9 News anchor Carol Williams and former Bengals Cris Collinsworth co-hosted the event on Oct. 6, 2011.
