HIES Athletic Teams Raised $6,500 for Breast Cancer Awareness

Donations from the Sandy Springs school will go through the Side-Out Foundation and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

  In October, the Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Golden Bear athletic teams battled more than just their opponents when they took to the fields. They went to bat against breast cancer, as well. In the traditional Breast Cancer Awareness Month, HIES teams showed their support in various ways, raising some $6,500 for breast cancer research. Donations will go through the Side-Out Foundation and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  The volleyball, softball and football teams raised money through the sale of pink wristbands, a “dig pink” volleyball match, the wearing of pink team shoelaces and jerseys to help raise donations, and other creative scenarios.         “I'm very pleased in our first year efforts,” said varsity volleyball coach …

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Local Kroger Customers Help Raise $736,000 For Breast Cancer Awareness

In two campaigns that spanned Kroger's Atlanta Division, including Sandy Springs, more than $450,000 was raised for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and more than $286,000 for Kroger’s “Giving Hope a Hand” campaign.

  Customers and associates from Kroger’s Atlanta Division, including Sandy Springs, raised $736,000 for breast cancer awareness, treatment and research from Sept. 30-Oct. 27. More than $450,000 was raised for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and more than $286,000 for Kroger’s “Giving Hope a Hand” campaign, an announcement said.  “With the help of our generous customers and associates, we are one step closer to finding a cure for breast cancer,” said Glynn Jenkins, director of communications and public relations for Kroger’s Atlanta Division, in the statement. “These donations reflect our community’s drive and dedication toward helping thousands of women across the country and around the world defeat this deadly disease.” As part of Kroger’s “…

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Breast Cancer: Stuff They Never Tell You

Breast Cancer Awareness Month ends but the fight continues in Sandy Springs and around the world. Ronnie Newton describes survivors' sisterhood.

  I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. Hearing the words, "I'm sorry, but it's cancer," comes as a shock to anyone, and I never thought I would hear them that day. I was in my mid-40s, a marathon runner, healthy eater, non-smoker, no family history. The only real risk factor I had was giving birth to my first child after age 30. I cried (hysterically), I went for a long run the next morning, I got a second opinion, I told only a handful of people and I went about my busy life trying not to think about it. I made a list of other women I knew who had fought – or were fighting – this awful disease. In a few moments, I came up with more than 15 names of women in my community, most of whom were right around my age. Clearly, I was not …

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Show Us Your Pink Pride in Sandy Springs

Upload photos that you or your friends and family have taken for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

  Showing off your pink pride during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a favorite thing to do with survivors and supporters alike. Thousands of hats, shirts, and other pink breast cancer items are sold in October. Millions of tiny pink ribbons are worn to support the cure for breast cancer and hope for many women. Also, countless numbers of people show support of Breast Cancer Awareness by participating in fundraising events. Have you strapped on your pink running shoes for the Komen Race for the Cure? If a walk is more your speed, how about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure? Have you joined a local support group? Joined efforts with other supporters to hold a fundraiser or night out?  We want you to tell us your story in the …

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Outer Beauty Tips Lead to Inner Strength for Women with Breast Cancer

Resources for women fighting breast cancer that your doctor doesn't offer.

  By the nature of its side effects, cancer treatment can make a private battle a very public affair. For a woman with cancer, having a bald head, pale skin or a missing breast can make her feel like she's being targeted by a bright spotlight and a banner that says, "Cancer patient." But now more than ever, there are resources for women that will put the spotlight back on their work, their accomplishments and their life—and change that banner to simply read, "Woman."  A few resources in Sandy Springs and nearby include A Woman's Place boutique at Northside Hospital; New Horizons Atlanta in Alpharetta and LNY Salon and Women’s Boutique in Alpharetta. Girl on the Go provides private or in-home wig consultations for women with cancer, with …

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Critical Breast Cancer Screenings in Sandy Springs and Nearby

Early detection of breast cancer through routine exams is key to saving lives.

  Studies have shown that early detection of breast cancer improves the chances of a cure. That in itself is the most important reason to make an appointment  for a breast exam or mammogram. Here is a list of local places where you can go for mammograms and breast exams in and around Dunwoody and Perimeter: Going for an exam can be nerve-wracking. To better understand the importance of exams, here's helpful information that explains the process, when you should go and why: Breast self-exams There has been a lot of heated debate in the research and medical communities about the usefulness of breast self-exams in detecting breast cancer in the early stages. One cancer research organization has even said it’s a myth. The American Cancer …

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Question Of The Week

Does Breast Cancer Awareness Month Crowd out Discussion of other Health Threats?

Research shows heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death among women, but breast cancer grabs the headlines, especially in October. Are we neglecting a major health risk to women?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all across metro Atlanta, events are being held to raise money and recognition of this major health risk to women. In Sandy Springs, bicyclists will be participating in an over Oct. 13-14 called the 24 Hours Of Booty Bike Ride. On Oct. 18, Brookhaven's Taryn Reed Jewelry & Loving Local will host a girls night out shopping event, where a portion of proceeds will benefit research through www.keep-a-breast.org. Rue 21 locations in Stone Mountain and Lithonia are donating portions of their Breast Cancer Awareness merchandise to the Glimmer of Hope Foundation. And in Buckhead and Virginia-Highland, Van Michael Salon and the Pink Heels Foundation are offering a variety of specials and deals through …

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Free Breast Cancer Screenings

A program by Fulton County Health Services encourages Sandy Springs women to get screened for breast cancer during October.

  For Breat Cancer Awareness Month, Fulton County’s Division of Women’s Health program, offers Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention Program at its health centers. The program provides breast exams, breast education, and a mammogram to eligible women at no cost. Nearby, screenings are offered North Fulton Regional Health Center, 3155 Royal Drive, Alpharetta, 404-332-1876. To participate, women must: Women between the ages of 35-39, who have had breast problems or are at risk, may be able to receive services through this program. For more information call the Fulton County Women's Health program at 404-612-1640 or log-on to the website.

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