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Dee Dee Ricks: My Battle with Breast Cancer

Ill never forget the moment I heard, You have cancer. My only thought was Oh my God… my sons are two and five. They will never remember me if I die. I began filming special moments with the boys, such as reading to them, going to the park anything so that they would have these moments if I died.

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Signs of Breast Cancer in Young Women

While only about 5 percent of all cases of breast cancer occur in women under the age of 40, according to Medicine Net, some young women are at a greater risk of developing the disease because of genetics. Even though cancer may seem unlikely, a young woman who notices any of the usual signs of breast cancer should see her doctor right away.

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How to Support a Friend Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Most of us have a family member, friend, coworker or acquaintance who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. These women and men need our encouragement and support. But even when people want to help, they don’t always know how. The hard part is realizing that a friend is frightened and in shock, and that ignoring the situation won’t make it go away. While a warm hug and a smile may be all it takes to lift a friend’s spirits on a bad day, there are other ways to help a friend with breast cancer get through the tougher moments.