August 27, 2005

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August 27, 2005
Hope is on the Horizon
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Native of Northern KY.
A little about me...

• Diagnosed with Breast Cancer 1999- My 40th
  birthday.

• 5 year survivor

• Co-founder of I Have Wings

• I have a renewed spirit and a deep compassion
  for others fighting this challenge.

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Others to lift us up and carry our burdens for
us.
HOPE

• We dont Get it! Why are we high risk?

• Cure/treatments for the next generation.

• Gods blessing on us as we handle our challenges.

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Approx. 215,990 cases of invasive breast cancer
will be diagnosed in women in the US, 1,450 in
men.
Recap 2004-05'
2. Estimated total of 40,580 deaths from breast
cancer occurred in 2004. Breast cancer is the
leading cause of cancer death among women.
3. 1 of every 3 cancer diagnosis in the U.S. in
women is breast cancer.
4. 1 of every 8 women in the U.S. are diagnosed
with breast cancer each year.
5. 11,000 women under 40 will be diagnosed with
Breast Cancer this year.
6. Thats approximately 250,000 women under the
age of 40 LIVING with Breast Cancer today.
Source The American Cancer Society, 2005
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Cancer means unchecked growth and spread of
cells.
Breast Cancer facts

• These mutant cells multiply and grow into a mass
  (or tumor). Not all tumors are cancerous or
  malignant. Over time, malignant tumors can
  spread to other parts of the body.

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Breast Anatomy
Lymph nodes Lymph vessels Lobules Ducts Fatty
Tissue Chest Wall
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Breast Anatomy
Each breast has 15 to 20 sections called LOBES
which have smaller sections call LOBULES (glands
responsible for making milk) Lobes and lobules
are joined by thin tubes called ducts. The breast
also contains blood vessels and lymph vessels.
They carry a fluid called LYMPH, which contains
infection fighting cells. Lymph vessels lead to
tiny bean shaped nodes. Lymph nodes are under the
arm, above the collarbone and in the chest.
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You are a woman!Over 40 HistoryIf your
mother, sister or aunt had breast cancer or
ovarian cancer before age 60. (2x-4x
greater)History of estrogen replacement, long
term.No Pregnancies or 1st baby after 30.(2x-4x
greater)Following an abortion (increased levels
of estrogen) NEW DATALate Menopause (Over 50).
(1-1/2x greater)Prior history of breast,
ovarian, or uterine cancer. (.1/2x
greater)Inherited BRCA1 (in females) BRCA2 (in
males)-Genes that regulate the growth of cells.
NEW DATA
You are at Risk if...
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Varies widely depending on type and severity (or
stage of cancer) as well as the age and medical
history of patient.
The treatment
2. Lumpectomy
3. Mastectomy
4. Chemotherapy
5. Radiation Therapy
6. Hormone Therapy
Source The American Cancer Society, 2005
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Early detection saves lives and increases
options. The 5 year survival rate is 97 among
women whose cancer has not spread beyond the
breast at the time of diagnosis.
Hopeful News
2. Overall, the mortality rates have declined by
2.5 per year, over the last 10 years.
3. New Drug Treatment is gaining ground against
Aggressive Breast Cancer.- Herceptin

• STAR (Study of Tamoxifen and Raloxifene)
  Tamoxifen- Antiestrogen drug reduces occurrence
  of new invasive breast cancer by 50.
  Raloxifene-fewer side effects.

Source The American Cancer Society, 2005
Health Journal
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Reduce your exposure to any known carcinogen
(cancer causing substance).
What should YOU do prevent Cancer?
2. If you smoke, STOP! (Cigarettes smoke
contain carcinogens)
3. Cut back alcohol.
4. CHOOSE a low fat diethigh in fruits and
vegetables.
5. Do not overexpose your skin to direct sun. Use
sunscreen.
6. Chemoprevention treatment- high risk, or post
menopausal
Source The American Cancer Society, 2005
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continue...
7. Know how your breasts normally feel. Start BSE
(Breast Self Exam) NOW!
8. Have a yearly mammogram starting at age 40.
(Earlier if history of cancer in family) This
alone would reduce of deaths over 40 by 30!
9. CBE or Clinical Breast Exam. Every 3 years in
women in their 20s and 30s, every year after 40.
10. Know if you are high risk. (Family history,
genetic tendency, other cancers)
11. Ask all the women in your life to have a
mammogramyou may save their life!
Source The American Cancer Society, 2005
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Hope for Gods Blessing
I believe God gives each of us a purpose
the God of all consolation who comforts us in
all our sorrows, so that we can offer others, in
their sorrow, the consolation that we have
received from God ourselves.
2 Corinthians 13-5
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I Have Wings
With Inspiration No one Goes Solo
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I Have Wings
Our Mission Provide emotional and financial
support to breast cancer victims in our local
area.
Our Accomplishments Donations directly to local
women including but not limited to prosthesis and
mammograms. -St.Elizabeths Breast Center phone
system -Educate women young and
old -Inspirational gifts to cancer patients and
caregivers. -Our time and a listening heart.
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If I knew I was going to live this long, I would
have taken better care of myself -George Burns
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There is HOPE on the Horizon GO FOR IT!