Dean Richards hosts the 17th annual edition of his multi award-winning breast cancer special. The live, three-hour town hall meeting examines where we are in the fight against breast cancer featuring a panel of the nation’s leading medical experts, moving survivor stories, resources for cancer patients, the latest research and more.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Noon-3 p.m.
Panelists include Dr. Catherine Pesce, co-director of the Breast Cancer at NorthShore Highland Park Hospital. And Dr. Mark Sisco, plastic and reconstructive surgeon at NorthShore University HealthSystem.
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More information about breast cancer
From your American Cancer Society
Here is more information you might find helpful. You also can order free copies of our documents from our toll-free number, 1-800-227-2345, or read them on our website, www.cancer.org.
Breast Cancer Detailed Guide (also in Spanish)
After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Breast Cancer Dictionary (also in Spanish)
Breast Cancer: Early Detection (also in Spanish)
Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy (also in Spanish)
Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know
DES Exposure: Questions and Answers
Exercises After Breast Surgery (also in Spanish)
Genetic Testing: What You Need to Know
Is Abortion Linked to Breast Cancer?
Living With Uncertainty: The Fear of Cancer Recurrence
Lymphedema: What Every Woman With Breast Cancer Should Know
Mammograms and Other Breast Imaging Procedures
Medicines to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Non-cancerous Breast Conditions (also in Spanish)
Sexuality for the Woman With Cancer (also in Spanish)
Talking With Your Doctor (also in Spanish)
Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
When Your Cancer Comes Back: Cancer Recurrence
Where to Find Hair Loss Accessories and Breast Cancer Products
Your American Cancer Society also has books that you might find helpful. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit our bookstore online at cancer.org/bookstore to find out about costs or to place an order.
National organizations and websites*
Along with the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:
National Breast Cancer Coalition
Toll-free number: 1-800-622-2838
Web site: www.stopbreastcancer.org
National Cancer Institute
Toll-free number: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
Web site: www.cancer.gov
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Toll-free number: 1-877-465-6636
Web site: www.komen.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636
Web site: www.cdc.gov
*Inclusion on this list does not imply endorsement by the American Cancer Society.
No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for information and support. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
