Breast Cancer

Donnett McKay Malan

Eden resident Donnett McKay Malan, born Oct. 29, 1932, died of breast cancer Wednesday, March 14, 2012. A viewing will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, March 19, at Myers Ogden Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd. A graveside service will be held at the Mountain View Cemetery, 5555 E. 2700 North, Eden, at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 20. Friends and family are invited to meet afterward for a luncheon at the Eden Bowery. Post condolences at www.myers-mortuary.com. See the complete obituary in the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

New Davis Hospital treatment focuses on breast, prostate, cervical cancers

LAYTON — Davis Hospital and Medical Center now has a specialized radiation treatment for breast and prostate cancers.

Brachytherapy is an advanced cancer treatment that uses radioactive seeds that are placed in or near the tumor, delivering a high dose of radiation while reducing exposure to surrounding tissues.

Utah trails in the rate of breast cancer screenings

OGDEN -- Utah women lag behind the rest of the nation when it comes to screening for breast cancer.

The Susan Komen For The Cure international headquarters are shown in the Dallas suburb of Addison, Texas, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012. After three days of controversy, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast-cancer charity says it is reversing its decision to cut breast-screening grants to Planned Parenthood. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Komen reverses decision to cut Planned Parenthood funding

In a reversal of policy after a nationwide uproar over its decision to cut funding to Planned Parenthood, Susan G. Komen for the Cure said Friday that it will amend its new funding rules and allow continued funding of breast health programs operated by the clinic.

Register Relay for Life team and get Sparetime coupons, free bowling

ROY — Those interested can begin registering a Relay for Life team between 9:30 a.m. and noon Saturday at Sparetime Fun Center, 5160 S. 1900 West.

Report shows Sandy has Utah's highest cancer rates

SALT LAKE CITY -- Health officials say southeast Sandy has the state's highest rate of melanoma, breast and colorectal cancer cases.

Critics say breast cancer awareness turns October too pink

Rochelle Eastman is seeing red from all the pink. She's all for breast cancer awareness in October. But the avalanche of pink ribbon products -- from dog toys to hair gel to Smith and Wesson handguns -- has left her thinking, "It's now over the top."

In a Sept. 12, 2011 file photo, "E! News" co-host Giuliana Rancic attends the Rachel Zoe Spring 2012 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York. Rancic says she has early stages of breast cancer. The 37-year-old made the announcement Monday, Oct. 16, 2011 on NBC's "Today" show. (Charles Sykes/The Associated Press file)

Giuliana Rancic says she has breast cancer

 

NEW YORK -- "E! News" co-host Giuliana Rancic (RAN'sik) says she has early stages of breast cancer.

The 37-year-old made the announcement Monday on NBC's "Today" show.

Rancic says the cancer was discovered during a mammogram while she was undergoing a third round of in-vitro fertilization in an effort to get pregnant.

Rancic says she will have surgery this week, followed by six and one-half weeks of radiation therapy.

She is married to Bill Rancic, winner of the first season of "The Apprentice."

Rancic says she still wants to get pregnant because "this baby will have saved my life."

Online: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/

Cancer survivor Linda Hill addresses students with humor at Clearfield High School on Thursday. Hill survived Hodgkins lymphoma, thyroid cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer over the past three decades. (ERIN HOOLEY/Standard-Examiner)

Clearfield woman repeatedly fights cancer with humor

CLEARFIELD -- Calling it a gift, a Clearfield woman has a knack for making cancer cells produce rapidly in her body.

Linda Hill told students about that "gift" Thursday at Clearfield High School.

Ogden golf tourney to raise breast cancer funds

Happy Chemo is sponsoring a golf tournament to raise money and awareness for breast cancer. The Feel ‘Em Up Cup Golf Tournament will be held Monday at the Ogden Golf and Country Club. The event includes 18 holes of golf, cart, breakfast and deli lunch and a T-shirt. Cost of $100 per player or $400 per team with company sponsorship levels from AA Cup to Bustin’ Out. To register, go to FeelEmUpCup.com

In this Nov. 2, 2010 file photo, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nev., and his wife Landra take the stage at the Nevada State Democratic election night party in Las Vegas. Landra Reid, the wife of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has been diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer and is receiving chemotherapy. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Harry Reid's wife diagnosed with breast cancer

WASHINGTON -- The wife of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has been diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer and is undergoing treatment, including chemotherapy, in Washington, D.C., the senator's office confirmed Friday.

Stress linked to aggressive breast cancer, study finds

LOS ANGELES — Could stress play a role in the development of breast cancer? Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago wondered about this. After all, the components of what experts call “psychosocial stress” — including fear, anxiety and isolation — could take a toll on the autonomic nervous system, which helps regulate heart rate, respiration and other important bodily functions.

(ERIN HOOLEY/Standard-Examiner) Christy Allen owns Pretty You Boutique, which sells bras and other lingerie, on Main Street in Kaysville. Allen says the city council has contacted her because of complaints from people about her window displays. Most complaints are from parents concerned about children attending movies at the nearby Kaysville Theatre.

Display windows of Kaysville lingerie shop upset some parents

KAYSVILLE -- Lingerie-clad mannequins in the store windows of Pretty You Boutique have some residents demanding a cover-up from the mayor and city officials.

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Robin Hietala, who has lupus, poses for a portrait with her friend, Paige Hensley, at Hensley’s home in West Point. In an effort to help others who live with the autoimmune disease, Hietala and Hensley are organizing a nonprofit organization and a support group.

Despite setbacks, woman with lupus works to support others

WEST POINT -- Robin Alderin-Hietala has endured more trials in her 44 years than most people endure in a lifetime.

The West Point woman has survived breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and an accident that landed her in the hospital for three months after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's battling lupus, an autoimmune disease that has claimed one of her kidneys and keeps her in bed for days at a time.

Navigator helps patients battle cancer

LAYTON -- Being a part of a patient's journey from cancer diagnosis to cure is a priceless experience for Nancy McFarland.

McFarland, who recently achieved the status of Certified Breast Patient Navigator for both imaging and cancer treatment at Davis Hospital and Medical Center, said a diagnosis of breast cancer is, of course, unsettling, and each patient's journey is different.

"There is so much a patient needs to know and do as they move through their journey from surgery to cure," McFarland said. "Using a certified navigator can lessen the burden."

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