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Understanding the mammography controversy

science, politics, and breast cancer screening
2005
Examines the controversy surrounding mammography, discussing how valid the screenings are, who should be screened, how frequently screenings should be done, and whether or not women should even be screened.

Breast cancer basics and beyond

treatments, resources, self-help, good news, updates
2005
Offers comprehensive information on breast cancer, including coverage of diagnosis, treatment options, types of cancer, benefits and side effects of common drugs, and more.

My one-night stand with cancer

2005
The author shares her experiences as a two-time breast cancer survivor, the support of her family and friends, and running in two 10K races.

Inch by inch

a novel of breast cancer and healing
2003
Jake and Leslie, married for twenty-five years, find themselves tested by forces beyond their control when she learns she has breast cancer and embarks on an aggressive regime of treatment, and he faces the loss of his job.

Breast cancer

the complete guide
2008
Examines the diagnosis and treatment options of breast cancer, and includes information on its possible causes and prevention, and discusses ways others have coped with the disease.

Breast cancer

Provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Features a list of key people and advocacy groups, facts and illustrations, primary source quotes, a chronology, a list of related organizations, and additional resources.

Everybody's got something

2014
News anchor, Robin Roberts, discusses her challenges with breast cancer as well as her bone marrow transplant.

Lopsided

how having breast cancer can be really distracting
2008
Meredith Norton recounts her battle with breast cancer, relying on humor and straightforwardness to share her experiences and reflect on the surprising impact cancer had on her life.

The breast cancer wars

hope, fear, and the pursuit of a cure in twentieth-century America
2001

Taking care of your "girls"

a breast health guide for girls, teens, and in-betweens
2008
Provides answers to questions young girls have about their breast, discussing development, size, shape, stretch marks, nipples, lumps, bras, and other related topics.

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