Non- Alcoholic Beverages for the Holidays
Celebrations during the holidays is a time when some people are more likely to drink beyond their limits than at other times of the year. Unfortunately, the use of alcohol is linked to many types of cancer, including breast cancer, and even moderate alcohol use isn’t risk-free. Without taking away from outings and family time, the new holiday season […]
Fun Facts About Breasts
Check out these fun facts about breasts: 1. Humans have known about breast cancer for a long time. The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus that dates back to as early as 3,000-2,500 B.C.E. describes cases of breast cancer. 2. Larger, more sore breasts can often be the very first symptom of pregnancy. Breasts can grow significantly in […]
Thanksgiving with Cancer
Food, family and gratitude are the staples of an American Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, cancer does not just go away after the awareness month celebrations and does not dissolve with holiday spirit. Those living with cancer are often silent about their own battles as they try to give their all to their family – they may struggle […]
A Vegetarian Thanksgiving Alternative
Thanksgiving is about getting together with family and loved ones, being grateful, and celebrating the start of the holiday season. Many components of the traditional Thanksgiving table are healthy and breast cancer -friendly: kale, butternut squash, cranberries, apples, walnuts, roasted carrots and brussel sprouts make for tasty and nutritious sides. Although traditional mains, like turkey, […]
Diabetes and Breast Cancer
November is American Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country come together to bring awareness to diabetes. This month’s cause affects more than 37 million Americans, that is 1 in 10. Fortunately, it is possible to learn to live with diabetes. Making a diabetes meal plan with help from your health care team can be […]
Pink Treat to Close Out Breast Cancer Awareness Month
With this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness month is behind us, we continue to look for creative ways to have pink reminders in our every-day-lives. “Bebe-tartlets” are a delicious way to incorporate our favorite symbolic color, even though they are lesser known in the U.S. The pastry was first introduced in Finland in the early 1900’s […]
Breast Implants and Breast Cancer
Breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure in the US., with over 365,000 new breast augmentations done in 2021. Although it is a safe operation and most people experience no serious complications, having implants does not mean that getting scans is any less important. In fact, if you are getting a breast cancer […]
Fighting Disparity
It is still not common knowledge that there is notable disparity in breast cancer death rates, particularly for Black women. Overall death rates decreased by 43% between 1989 and 2020, according to a report released by the American Cancer Society (ACS) on October 3 and published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians. However, Black women […]
The Story Behind the Pink Ribbon
The pink ribbon is synonymous with breast cancer, charity, survival. But where did it all start? In 1979, Penney Laingen, the wife of an American hostage who had been taken in Iran, was inspired by song to tie yellow ribbons around the trees in her front yard. The ribbon signaled her desire to see her […]
Koning Celebrates Women’s Health Innovation Day With Launch of Koning Clinic
On September 16, Koning celebrated the launch of our new Koning clinic by putting together a special set of announcements for Women’s Health Innovation Day. The afternoon started with an overview of the breast imaging industry by David Georges, followed by presentations on Koning’s future in the imaging industry by Lutao Ning, and investing in women’s health […]