CANCER
5 health messages from Angelina Jolie
It's been more than two weeks since actress Angelina Jolie revealed the bombshell story of her preventive double mastectomy, and I'm still trying to wrap my head around the implications. This was a n...
Posted on 5/31/13 at 12:37 PM
Shadows run and hide at Lahaina Noon
Notice anything odd about this photo? It was taken earlier this week in Honolulu, Hawaii. The sun is out - you can see that - but something's missing. Look around the bottom of the level ... hmm, wh...
Posted on 5/29/13 at 1:08 PM
Local chic kicks cancer
By Jo Colvin jcolvin@echopress.com Ann Challes is a woman on a mission. Shes determined to prove that cancer hasnt won. And she is doing it one step at a time. UNUSUAL PAIN AFOOT Challes did not...
Posted on 11/12/12 at 11:17 AM
Legislative notebook: Leaders join cancer study
By Don Davis and Danielle Nordine Lt. Gov. Yvonne Prettner Solon knows more about cancer than many Minnesotans after twice surviving breast cancer and dealing with her husbands cancer death. We wa...
Posted on 3/14/12 at 10:46 PM
Citrus Fruits… Bursting with Healthy Goodness
Did you know that during the cold winter months navel oranges, grapefruit, cara caras, tangerines and other citrus fruits are in season and at their peak flavor? Purchasing produce that is in season w...
Posted on 1/13/12 at 11:50 AM
Come celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers
Douglas County Relay for Life Committee will host the 2013 Douglas County Survivor/Caregiver Social on Sunday, June 2 at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center, Alexandria.May 24, 2013
Know these warning signs of skin cancer; it could save your life
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and while the dangers of melanoma are well known, it is important not to neglect the warning signs of the two most common types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which can also become disfiguring and even deadly if not diagnosed and treated promptly.May 20, 2013
Keep a light on for cancer fight next Tuesday
The Douglas County Relay For Life fundraiser for cancer research will be observing its 20th year this summer.May 17, 2013
Sister of radon victim from Glenwood continues fight
By Don Davis , March 08, 2013
Hope blooms in Douglas County; Daffodil Days help fight cancer
Through its Daffodil Days program, The American Cancer Society offers a way to acknowledge special individuals in people’s lives while helping to fight against cancer. People can order daffodils for friends, customers, employees, etc., to help brighten their days.February 06, 2013
Cancer deaths drop in U.S. and Minnesota, says new report
As of 2009, the overall death rate for cancer in the United States had declined 20 percent from its peak in 1991, translating to the avoidance of approximately 1.2 million deaths from cancer – 152,900 of these in 2009 alone.January 17, 2013
Winter is good time to test your home for radon
Every 25 minutes, one person in the U.S. dies from radon-related lung cancer. It is the largest environmental cancer risk and the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Fortunately, the risk is largely preventable, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Health.January 07, 2013
Event helps caregivers cope with cancer
Caregivers of patients with cancer are invited to an evening of activities to help cope with cancer from 6 to 7:30 p.m., January 14, in the Windfeldt Room at CentraCare Health Plaza in St. Cloud.January 05, 2013
Mission accomplished: Brandon woman fights cancer, competes in races
By Jo Colvin , November 07, 2012
Dash for Dad 5K in St. Cloud fights prostate cancer
Join the fight against prostate cancer by participating in the 2nd annual St. Cloud Dash for Dad on Sept. 15 at Whitney Park, 1529 Northway Drive.September 11, 2012
Decorating bras for breast cancer research
In the U.S. on January 1, 2009, there were approximately 2,747,459 women alive who had a history of breast cancer. And the numbers are only growing. In 2012 alone, it is estimated that 226,000 more women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 39,000 will die from it.By Caroline Roers, Echo Press Intern , July 20, 2012
Cancer relay raises $105,000
By Caroline Roers, Echo Press Intern , July 18, 2012
Relay for Life is Friday
Celebrate, remember, fight back – three words that affect millions of lives. Since its inception, more than $3 billion has been raised by the Relay for Life with more than 5,000 communities hosting relays each year, including Douglas County. This year’s Douglas County Relay for Life will take place this Friday and Saturday at Citizen’s Field in Alexandria.By Caroline Roers, Echo Press Intern , July 12, 2012
Survivors remembered
By Caroline Roers, Echo Press Intern , July 11, 2012
Skin Cancer Foundation offers sun safety tips for kids
Luckily, with good sun safety habits including proper clothing and sunscreen, children can enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities without risking their health.July 08, 2012
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