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Medical pot taken from cancer patient WISH-TV Indianapolis Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:02 AM PDT A California woman who says she has breast cancer had her medical marijuana taken from her in Indianapolis Tuesday afternoon, according to an Indianapolis Airport Police Department report. Read more at www.WISHTV.com Remembering Kenyan environmentalist Wangari Maathai Chicago Public Radio Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:02 AM PDT The world lost a remarkable person when Wangari Maathai, 71, died of ovarian cancer on Sunday. Wangari founded the Green Belt Movement , an effort to reforest her native Kenya by paying poor women to plant trees. In 2004, she became the first African woman in history to win the Nobel Peace Prize. On the international stage, she helped cement the connection between environmental protection and ... Press Release PharmiWeb Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:01 AM PDT Two prominent physician-scientists whose work has led to less invasive and more personalized treatments for breast cancer are being honored as this year’s winners of the prestigious Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Brinker Awards for Scientific Distinction in basic science and clinical research, the highest awards of merit given by the world’s leading breast cancer organization. Joan Endyke: What foods increase risks for prostate cancer Post South Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:00 AM PDT Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men. Research suggests what you eat or choose not to eat may help in prevention. Local Company Hangs 4,000 Bras From Hot Metal Bridge WPXI Pittsburgh Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:00 AM PDT A local company is trying to draw attention to the fight against cancer with an unusual display. Advocates and Scientists for Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Named “Champions of Change” Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance Wed, 28 Sep 2011 10:00 AM PDT Five outstanding advocates and scientists associated with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world’s largest breast cancer organization, have been named “Champions of Change” by the White House for their contributions to ending suffering from breast cancer, the leading cancer diagnosed in women today. Aidan Gray Launches Pink Campaign to Honor Mother Business Wire Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:59 AM PDT DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aidan Gray Home â€" an award-winning manufacturer and designer of European-inspired lighting, home furnishings and garden accessories â€" is launching its new Pink Campaign to fight breast Cancer. Non-invasive Halo breast test identifies potential cancer risks Tahoe Daily Tribune Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:58 AM PDT According to the Ameri can Cancer Society, breast cancer affects 1 out of 8 women. This is a growing concern, since many breast cancers are found after the disease has been developing for years. Career Hunt SK The Observer Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:56 AM PDT It is that time of year again. Time for the fourth annual Creative Tables for Cancer. This year’s event will be held Thursday, Oct. 6 at Arcola Prairie Place. Photos: Sophie's Run 5K Community Press & Recorder Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:53 AM PDT The annual 5K run and walk honors Sophia Grace, who passed away from a rare brain tumor at the age of 18 months, and raises money to support pediatric brain cancer research at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.

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