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Uninsured Woman Fakes Breast Cancer to Get Implants

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A woman in Phoenix, Arizona, told people that she had breast cancer. She said that she would need a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction, and that she was uninsured. Fundraisers were held. Later, it was discovered that the woman didn’t have breast cancer at all. She lied so she could afford to buy breast implants. A twenty-seven year old woman named Jami Lynn Toler has been charged with fraud and theft after convincing people to raise money for cancer treatment that she did not need. She did not need cancer treatment because she did not have breast cancer. In fact, … Continue reading →

Inherited Diseases – Thalassemia

When you get pregnant, especially for the first time, it is easy to get confused by the vast amount of information that comes your way. From your doctors to your friends and family, everyone has something to tell you. The early discussions that many OBGYNs and midwives have with their newly pregnant patients often contain information regarding genetic testing. There are different types of tests and the reasons for suggesting each test are different. Some specific tests many be suggested based upon your family history and ethnic heritage. Today, I learned from my mother that a fairly distant relative of … Continue reading →

Breast Cancer Screening and Family History

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, I would like to take the opportunity to talk a little more about breast cancer and how it relates to family history. It has been well established that a family history of breast cancer is one factor that increases an individual’s risk for developing breast cancer themselves. It has also been well established that the earlier breast cancer is detected and treated, the better a person’s chance is of beating the disease. If you have a relative who has battled breast cancer, it is a good idea to be screened for … Continue reading →

When Should I Get a Mammogram?

Do you know when you should start having regular mammograms? Educate yourself. It could save your life. 40 or 50? The other day, I got a little letter in the mail reminding me that I need to make my next appointment for a mammogram. If I were to follow the new guidelines about mammogram recommendations, my breasts might be flying under the radar. That is, unless I found a problem, I wouldn’t be getting the test each year. And since breast cancer is most curable when in the early stages, for someone who develops the disease, her story could end … Continue reading →

Health Screening Checklist for Women

Most of us hate to think about it, but screenings are a way to keep us healthy. You are probably afraid that something bad may be found, but if you think about it, early detection is a good thing. So what are the 10 health screenings every woman should ask her doctor for? First of all, have your blood pressure checked. I think every time I go to the doctor, no matter what it is for, I get my blood pressure checked. You can have it checked at local pharmacies if nothing else. It may be harder to get your … Continue reading →