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Ever heard of breast density? It's a normal thing that about 40% of women over 40 have. But what does it mean? Well, when you get a mammogram, the doctor checks your breast tissue. There are four types: mostly fatty, mostly glandular, mixed, or extremely dense. Dense just means there's more glandula

Vision Obstacles: Dense Breast Tissue and Cancer Detection

So, you've heard that dense breasts can hide breast cancer on mammograms. But what does that really mean? Basically, dense breasts have more tissue than fat, making it tougher to spot cancer on these X-ray images. Think of it like trying to find a white snowflake on a white background—it's not easy!

Breast Density: How It Affects Cancer Detection

When it comes to breast cancer screening, the term "breast density" is often brought up. But what does it actually mean? On a mammogram, dense breasts can make it harder to spot cancer. This is because denser breasts have more glandular and fibrous tissue, making the background of the mammogram whit

Mammograms: What You Need to Know About Dense Breasts

When you get a mammogram, doctors look for two main things: signs of breast cancer and whether your breasts are dense. Having dense breasts is actually quite common, with about 40% of women ages 40 and older having them. But what's so special about dense breasts? They're made up of more glandular an

Supporting New Moms on the Southwest Side

October 12, 2024

Jasmine Williams-Lambert, a South Shore resident, decided to step out with her newborn, Simeon, who had a tough start but is now doing well. She heard about the "Barb the Breast Express" bus and decided to check it out. This bus, painted blue and decorated with art, was parked outside the WIC Greate

Lebanon's Future: One State or Two?

October 11, 2024

Ever wondered about the countries in the Middle East and how they were created? Let's talk about Lebanon. Once a vibrant place with Beirut, the 'Paris of the Middle East,' it's now facing serious issues. The problem started when the Maronite Christians, handed power after World War I, included Musli

CBS's Israel Interview Sparks Internal Debate

October 9, 2024

You might think morning show interviews are all about fun topics like cooking and celebrities. But recently, CBS News host Tony Dokoupil's chat with author Ta-Nehisi Coates about Israel has caused quite a stir. The interview, which aired on September 30, focused on Coates' new book of essays. It did

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Jenna Fischer, Star of 'The Office,' Fights Breast Cancer

October 9, 2024

So, you know Jenna Fischer from 'The Office?' Well, she recently went public about her breast cancer journey. She's 50 now and shared the news on Instagram in October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Fischer was diagnosed last December with Stage 1 Triple Positive Breast Cancer. This type is

One Year Later: Remembering the Hamas Attack on Israel

October 8, 2024

A year ago, Hamas militants launched a surprise attack on Israel, killing around 1,200 people and taking 250 hostages. About 100 of these hostages are still missing, and many are feared dead. This attack, happening on a major Jewish holiday, shook Israelis' sense of security and sparked a war that h