- October 17, 2016
“I had a team of three women and they were my girls, I mean I called them my radiation warriors.”
- October 17, 2016
A two time breast cancer survivor explains how she uses her battle to inspire others.
- October 14, 2016
Tags: the advocate nurse, Downers Grove, weight, BMI, Sarah Katula, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, body image
When it comes to these types of discussions, less is more.
- October 14, 2016
Tags: Dr. Stephen Grossman, stories of the girls, Advocate Sherman Hospital, mammogram, breast cancer, technology
Advances in technology have vastly improved the ability to detect and treat breast cancer. A radiologist explains some of the tools physicians use.
- October 13, 2016
Tags: Advocate Christ Medical Center, breast cancer, chemotherapy, Check Your Girls, the advocate nurse, Look Good Feel Better, hair loss, stories of the girls, radiation, American Cancer Society
The physical changes that cancer patients undergo can often challenge their self-identity. Learn how one program is helping.
- October 12, 2016
Tags: stories of the girls, Barrington, Mom, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, family, diagnosis, mammogram, breast cancer, cancer
Abby Gage had breast cancer and wants to help other women who are going through the scary, whirlwind experience.
- October 11, 2016
Tags: Rushia Butler, family medicine, Hazel Crest, parenting, mental health, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, body image
Undergoing treatment can be stressful and isolating. Find out why more women are turning to the internet for support.