EPA implements comprehensive ban on cancer-causing solvent TCEDecember 13, 2024 4:50 pmSmart Water MagazineThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the latest risk management rules for trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) under the bipartisan 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) amendments, marking another major milestone for …
EPA bans 2 cancer-causing common chemicalsDecember 11, 2024 5:23 pmKSL - UtahSALT LAKE CITY – The Environmental Protection Agency this week announced bans on two chemicals used in home and workplace settings that are known to cause cancer.
The new rules apply to trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene under the auspices of the …
Heartbreak to hope: EPA ban marks step forward for Camp Lejeune familiesDecember 11, 2024 4:33 pmWRAL 5 - North CarolinaJerry Ensminger’s world turned upside down when his 6-year-old daughter, Janey, was diagnosed with leukemia.
There was no family history of childhood cancer, no apparent risk factors—only heartbreak and confusion. For three years, he watched his daughter …
EPA bans 2 cancer-causing chemicals, TCE and PCE, used at dry cleaners, other productsDecember 11, 2024 8:38 amRI News Today - Rhode IslandFinal EPA rules ban all uses of TCE, all consumer uses and many commercial uses of PCE, require worker protections for all remaining uses under the Toxic Substances Control Act
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized the latest risk …
EPA bans cancer-causing chemicals commonly used in cleaning productsDecember 10, 2024 6:48 pmWMYD - MichiganThe clothes you drop off at the dry cleaners are going to be handled a little differently now that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a ban on two chemicals that are commonly used for stain removal.
The EPA said Monday it finalized risk …
Men living near 9/11 Ground Zero 'much more likely to get breast cancer' - bombshell reportDecember 9, 2024 9:35 amDaily MirrorEmergency workers who worked on ground zero are developing breast cancer (
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Men living or working near Ground Zero in New York are "much more likely to get breast cancer", according to a bombshell new report. The …
Magic City Newsmakers: Shipt, Girl Scouts, Community Foundation of Greater BirminghamDecember 8, 2024 5:33 pmThe Business JournalsGood works
A look into news from the metro area’s nonprofits and good works and philanthropic outreach from local businesses.
Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama and Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama in October attempted to break the official Guinness World …
Top 5 genetic factors that affect breast cancer riskDecember 2, 2024 7:41 pmThe Times of IndiaBreast cancer is a multifaceted disease influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics. Approximately 5-10% of all breast cancer cases are considered hereditary, meaning they result from disease-causing, likely disease-causing genetic variants …
Celebrating Olim strengthening Israeli societyDecember 2, 2024 3:57 pmYnetThe Sylvan Adams Nefesh B’Nefesh Bonei Zion Prize ceremony is taking place at this moment in Jerusalem. The event honors Olim who have significantly contributed to Israel.
Among the recipients is Shari Mendes, who transformed her life path after making …
Inside the push to screen Scottish islanders for rare disease-causing 'mutated' variantsDecember 2, 2024 11:21 amThe ScotsmanThe cost of a screening programme would save money for NHS in the long run, argues expert
One of Scotland’s leading geneticists has called for a screening programme to help Scottish islanders discover if they and their children are at risk of rare disease- …
'It's important that men stand up.' Baton Rouge's Judge Jackson survives breast cancerDecember 1, 2024 1:57 pmNOLA - LouisianaJust over 16 years ago, Judge Brian Jackson noticed that there was some discoloration, some manifestations on his chest. He thought it could be irritation from his seatbelt.
Jackson consulted his doctor when the irritation became progressively worse. A …
Men face stormy conditions to attend health fairNovember 29, 2024 2:09 pmThe Hunts PostThe event, organised by the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, was aimed specifically at male staff from Peterborough City Hospital, Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford and Rutland Hospital.
It provided an opportunity for men to receive free health …
How the BCRFA continues to promote breast cancer research and awarenessNovember 24, 2024 6:32 amYellowhammer News - AlabamaResearch shows that about 1 in 8 U.S. women – 13% – will develop invasive breast cancer throughout their lifetime.
While the lifetime risk of getting breast cancer is much lower for men (1 in 833), it often goes undiagnosed much longer because of a lack of …
Yes, men get breast cancerNovember 23, 2024 1:19 pmTrinidad and Tobago NewsdayLetters to the Editor
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THE EDITOR: Men have always desired equal rights. They want to stay home, watch TV, not cook, and be in a bad mood when their spouse returns from work.
They might just get what they want – …
Moment breast cancer charity fundraiser says ‘I hope you get it’ after homeowner refusesNovember 20, 2024 12:58 pmThe U.S. SunA WOMAN was left stunned when a charity fundraiser suggested he wished she got breast cancer after she declined to sign up for monthly donations.
Shocking Ring cam footage caught the male Breast Cancer Now worker saying "I hope you get it" - …
You | Nov 16, 2024 | 12 min read Breast cancer in men and the stigmaNovember 16, 2024 5:53 pmAhmedabad MirrorOthers You
While breast cancer is often perceived as a women’s disease, men also suffer from the deadly disease. However, stigma delays their diagnosis and treatment, potentially worsening outcomes, experts have said.
According to the World Health …
Male breast cancer: Echiku recalls noticing a small, painless lump on his right breastNovember 14, 2024 12:50 pmThe Daily MonitorEmaritino Echiku, a 75-year-old resident of Soroti District, has been undergoing treatment for breast cancer at the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) in Kampala for the past three years.
Echiku recalls noticing a small, painless lump on his right breast during …
Beyoncé's low-key $10,000 act of kindness for cause close to family's heartNovember 11, 2024 9:24 pmHello!Beyoncé is notoriously private but behind-the-scenes, she's always giving back to others.
The Texas Hold 'Em hitmaker recently donated and signed a limited-edition Cowboy Carter boxset to help raise money for breast cancer, a cause close to her …
Searing Rocky Flats documentary is a demand for better answersNovember 8, 2024 7:10 amThe Denver Gazette - ColoradoIf you drive Highway 72 west from Standley Lake, the only way you might know that the wildlife preserve to your right was once a nuclear-grade plutonium weapons manufacturing plant is a life-size sculpture of a horse wearing a red rubber concealment jacket …
Social Determinants of Health Matter When Treating Patients With Breast CancerNovember 4, 2024 4:57 pmPharmacy TimesRates of breast cancer are rising at approximately 1% every year.1 In fact, there is a 1 in 8 chance that a woman will get breast cancer in her lifetime, and it is the second-leading cause of cancer death for American women.2 The average age of diagnosis …
Cancer is not gender-selective emphasises Pink CaravanNovember 4, 2024 1:45 pmGulf TodayPhoto used for illustrative purposes.
October is globally marked as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while much of the focus tends to be on women, it is essential to recognise that men can get breast cancer too. With each passing year in the past two …
Mathew Knowles shares importance of genetic testing 5 years after male breast cancer diagnosisNovember 1, 2024 5:05 pmABC 7 Chicago - IllinoisMathew Knowles is an entertainment mogul and famous father to daughters Beyoncé and Solange. But these days, he's focused on sharing a story of survival.
Knowles was diagnosed with male breast cancer in 2019, making the announcement to Michael Strahan …
Santos commits to Pinktober breast cancer awarenessNovember 1, 2024 4:58 amPapua New Guinea Post CourierOctober is a solemn reminder of the significance of early detection and assistance for people living with breast cancer.
Santos was honoured to join the global community in commemorating Pinktober – Breast ancer Awareness Month.
This year’s theme, “No one …
Columbus army vet’s breast cancer battle: A survivor’s advice for menOctober 31, 2024 2:22 amWTVM 9 - GeorgiaCOLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - As we close out Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a Columbus army veteran talks about his shocking diagnosis and recovery. We talked to him and one of his doctors who has advice for all men.
Wendell Sanders served 20 years in the army, …
Man shares breast cancer journey, treatment at UF Health: ‘I need to stay alive for my family’October 31, 2024 12:35 amWCJB - TV 20 News - FloridaGAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - You’ve heard the saying, “Early detection saves lives” in treating breast cancer. For one man, that detection led to a discovery and diagnosis of breast cancer in early 2023.
“I’m a guy and my MO is usually to ignore all aches …