Self-exams and mammograms key to breast cancer prevention
Central New York doctors stress self exams, clinical breast exams, and mammograms as the best prevention, with tamoxifen reserved for high risk. Nurses warn against relying on a pill, noting endometrial cancer risks and ongoing studies. Early detection and patient education drive better outcomes.
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New York
Jane Dantomi
State University of New York Health Science Center
Danton
Gale
Kathleen Shedlock
Hematology Oncology Associates
Syracuse
Dantoni
Breast cancer support groups in Central New York
A roundup of local breast cancer support groups across Cayuga Cortland Oneida Oswego and Onondaga counties listing meeting times venues and contact numbers. Participants include Can Cope in Auburn Gortland YWCA Circle of Caring in Madison and Oneida areas Can Survive in Syracuse and others with varied monthly schedules and locations.
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YWCA
Clayton Ave
Cortland
Madison Circle of Caring
Temple Society of Concord
Madison St
Syracuse
Circle of Caring
Elbridge Community Church
Memorial Lounge
Elbridge
Susan G. Roman Breast Cancer Foundation
Carousel Center
Cancer Helplines and Local Chapters Listed
Information lines for Cancer Information Service and Susan G. Komen are provided with toll free numbers. Local chapter contact details appear to be garbled but suggest regional affiliates and accessibility options for cancer support and awareness programs.
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Cancer Information Service
Ian Cancer Society
Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Foundation
Nae Coca
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Jake
Heims
DeWitt
Suzanne Dunn
Ellin Adams
Fayetteville
Linda Cook
Manlius
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Race For the Cure
Crouse Health
Wellspring the Breast Center For Women Commonty Genera Horta Womens Services
FORD
Jcpenney
Hretize
PRC Bell Atlantic
Hadley J
University Hospital At Suny Health Science Center
University Hospital Breast Care Center
Pathology Associates of
Upstate Surgical Group
P.c
Lawrence Semel
Kate Corp. Wegmans
ShoppingTown Mall
CNY
Cayuga County
Auburn Memorial Hospital
Lansing St
Auburn
Gortland
Center St
Greater Oneida Area
Oneida First Presbyterian Church
Onondege County
County Caring 'N’ Sharing
Barencial
Fulton
Oswego Hospital
Sixth St
Emily
Wiate Retail
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