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COVID-19 and breast cancer guidelines

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The novel coronavirus COVID-19 first appeared in late 2019 and has changed life for the forseeable future. While many people are quick to focus on the ways COVID-19 has impacted their abilities to shop, visit with friends and relatives or travel, the virus has made life especially difficult for people with preexisting health conditions.

Did you know?

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Women diagnosed with breast cancer who want to speak with someone who has survived the disease can do so thanks to a unique program sponsored by the American Cancer Society. The Reach to Recovery program from the ACS connects current cancer patients with breast cancer survivors via an online chat. Patients, regardless of where they are in their cancer journeys, can connect with volunteers for one-on-one support. Volunteers can help patients cope with treatment and side effects.

The risk factors for breast cancer

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No two women are the same. But when it comes to breast cancer, women from all walks of life share various risk factors for a disease that the World Health Organization indicates is the most frequent cancer among women.

8th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser

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8th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser

Drive by and help drive out breast cancer! The fight continues! Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Independent Missionary Baptist Church, 1108 W. Milam St., Ennis. Donations can be made to chairperson Nelene Irvin via CashApp $NeleneIrvin or mail to IMBC, 1108 W. Milam St., Ennis, TX 75119.

All proceeds go to Hope Clinic of Ennis.