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Q: Why did you choose to donate to breast cancer research?
A: Because most of the women in my family have had it, even though we do not have genetic markers for breast cancer.

Q: How much will be donated to breast cancer research?
A: 100% of all profits will be donated to breast cancer research.

Q: I have a lump but I am not sure if I should go to the doctor. What should I do?
A: I would suggest that anything unusual should be checked by your health care provider. I would not wait. The earlier the detection, the better chance of survival.

Q: Who gets breast cancer?
A: Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women today. It does occur in a small number of men. In the United States close to 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. All ages and all races are affected.

Q: What causes breast cancer?
A: We do not know why some women develop breast cancer and others don't. Less than 10% of breast cancer is thought to be genetic.

Q: Can you suggest a good book that covers all aspects of breast cancer?
A: Dr Susan Love's Breast Book by Susan M Love. She covers the medical and emotional aspects of breast cancer treatment and recovery.

Q: Do you know of an organization I can call to ask questions about breast cancer?
A: Y-ME National Breast Cancer Hotline - 1.800.221.2141 - Cancer survivor volunteers share personal experiences on everything from treatment to emotional recovery.

Q: Are there other resources where I can learn about breast cancer?
A: Pamplets and Other Resources

  • My Mommy Has Cancer, by Carolyn Stearns Parkinson. Available from the American Cancer Society. National Hotline: 1.800.ACS.2345 Website: http://www.cancer.org
  • When the Woman You Love has Breastts Cancer. Available through Y-ME. Hotline: 1.800.221.2141 Website: http://www.y-me.org
  • For Single Women with Breast Cancer. Available through Y-ME. Hotline: 1.800.221.2141 Website: http://www.y-me.org
  • Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - Dedicated to advancing research, education, screening and treatment of breast cancer. Komen Help Line: 1.800.462.9273 Website: http://www.komen.org

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