Keyword: breast cancer
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HAFTR Highlights student columnist Maia Schlussel.
Break over: lockdown practice, battling cancer
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway (HAFTR) High School reopened its doors on Feb. 1, after a 10-day vacation. more
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JoAnn Pushkin with state Sen. John Flanagan after she received the New York State Senate Women of Distinction award. The award recognized Pushkin’s efforts in lobbying for the Breast Density Information Law.
More testing, not less, needed for breast cancer
According to a report by the New York State Cancer Registry, which is maintained by the Department of Health, the occurrence of female breast cancer in many Nassau County areas is much higher than the state expectancy rate. In fact, of Nassau County’s 65 zip codes, 35 had at least a 15 percent increase in the number of breast cancer cases anticipated in those areas, the report said. more
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The ‘pinking’ of America: part activism, part fraud
Breast cancer is big business in America today, and high season for the industry is October. Personally (and it is personal), I feel exploited by the “pinking” of the world around me . . . more
Inwood, with the ball, battled Lynbrook in the second of four games played at Lawrence Middle School last Sunday.
Kicking it for a cause in Lawrence
Pink T-shirts, pink socks and a variety of snacks and beverages were sold and second-grade boys from the Hewlett-Lawrence Soccer Club, Inwood, Lynbrook and Levittown player four soccer games at Lawrence Middle School in the Nassau Development Program Breast Cancer fundraising tournament last Sunday. more
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Early detection is key to surviving breast cancer
Despite years of research and publicity, breast cancer remains the second leading cause of death among women, behind only heart disease. The good news is . . . more
Several Five Towns residents and Israel-based physicians Dr. Lily Lunsky-Hayari, left, and her sister, Dr. Michal Lunsky-Hefer, are raising money to establish a breast health center in Zefat, Israel.
Seeking to honor the Jewish state’s first woman surgeon
About 20 people gathered at the Beer family home in Woodmere on June 21 to announce the establishment of a medical center devoted to breast health and their discuss fundraising efforts. more
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The “Mardi Gras Garden Party” bra was designed by Malvernite Deborah Gordon.
Works of art, born from lingerie
Seeing these highly decorated art bras displayed en masse conjures up images of a strong, feminine army, individual in design, and ready to combat the trials and tribulations of breast cancer. In just two short weeks, the public will have the opportunity to join in their fight. more
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An ‘angel’ helps out in the Five Towns
Whether it is repaving a parking lot at the Hewlett House or helping children find scholarship money to attend college, Cedarhurst resident Joseph Santaniello wants to be able to help. more
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Cedarhurst resident and Peninsula Kiwanis member Joe Santaniello, far left, is considered an angel by Hewlett House Executive Director Geri Barish, fourth from right, for all the work he and his friends have provided.
An ‘angel’ helps out in the Five Towns
Whether it is repaving a parking lot at the Hewlett House or helping children find scholarship money to attend college, Cedarhurst resident Joseph Santaniello wants to be able to help. more
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Myths — and truths — about breast cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to gauge your awareness. Are the following statements true or false? more
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