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7 Celebrities Who Have Had Mastectomies

Daniel Cassavaugh — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:49:42 +0000

With the news today that Angelina Jolie has had a preventative double mastectomy after she learned she had an 87 percent possibility of developing breast cancer, we started thinking about what other celebrities who have had similar procedures.

Here's a list of 7 celebrities who have had mastectomies.

Angelina Jolie Had a Double Mastectomy

Jessica Sager — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:36:10 +0000

Angelina Jolie: actress, director, philanthropist. And now, breast cancer activist. Jolie revealed in a self-penned New York Times piece that she recently underwent a double mastectomy, shocking and awing the world — and drawing possibly more attention than ever to the illness and to women’s health as a whole. The Oscar winner revealed that the [...]

Dr Jennifer Ashton Gives Answers To Questions Every Woman Has [Video]

Elvis Duran and The Morning Show — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 14:33:41 +0000

Dr. Jennifer Ashton sits down with Lauren and talks about breast cancer. Specifically, how to examine yourself, what to look for, and other information to keep in mind. Check it out.

Can a New Sports Bra Really Detect Breast Cancer?

Mike Adams — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 21:15:41 +0000

Is possible for a bra to detect breast cancer?

Well, according to First Warning Systems, the answer is a resounding yes. The Reno, Nevada-based company says they have invented a sports bra that comes complete with built-in heat sensors that can allow doctors to see malignancies through a state-of-the-art thermal imprint.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – 4 Groups You Can Donate To Right Now

Townsquare Media — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 14:42:01 +0000

National nonprofits and physicians’ organizations dedicate every October to the cause of breast cancer awareness — raising funds for research and helping ensure that all women are able to receive regular screenings. This year, organizations across the country continue to work toward supporting victims and finding a cure, as many thousands continue to suffer from [...]

NBC News' Andrea Mitchell Reveals She Has Breast Cancer on Air [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:38:57 +0000

Andrea Mitchell, chief foreign affairs correspondent for NBC News and host of ‘Andrea Mitchell Reports,’ revealed that she’s recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. Mitchell, 64, made the announcement at the end of her show on Wednesday.

According to Mitchell, the disease has not spread and her prognosis is excellent. It was detected, she said, during a routine screening.