About Breast Cancer: Farewell, Betty Ford - Born to be Outspoken

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Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life From Pam Stephan, your Guide to Breast Cancer Breast cancer, before 1973, was not discussed in public. It wasn't a rare disease, but even after the Swinging Sixties, it was still a taboo topic - until Betty Ford spoke candidly of her mastectomy. Public awareness increased greatly and more women went for breast screenings, inspired by her candor. Farewell, Betty Ford - Born to be Outspoken On Tuesday, former First Lady Betty Ford was honored by 3 other wives of presidents in a service at Palm Desert, California. She will be buried in Michigan beside her husband, Gerald Ford. Betty Ford brought breast cancer into the public spotlight when she was diagnosed and treated with a mastectomy just weeks after Ford assumed the Presidency. We remember and thank her for years of service to this country. See More About:  breast cancer  survivor  mastectomy 39 Things To Make A Cancer Patient Smile Susan Reif was diagnosed with breast cancer and went through nine months of treatment. During her chemo, radiation, and surgery, she learned many ways that family, friends, and coworkers could be supportive. Her book, 39 Things To Make A Cancer Patient Smile, is a great resource for anyone who wants to be supportive to a breast cancer survivor. See More About:  breast cancer support  breast cancer treatment  breast cancer survivor Getting Stuck For Breast Cancer Treatment There are good reasons to know your needles and your blood nurses. You may avoid getting stuck over and over, and that's always a good thing. See More About:  chemotherapy  breast cancer  needles Treatment Options for Breast Cancer There are 5 basic types of treatments for breast cancer. Read about surgery types, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted biologic therapies, and follow-up therapies, such as hormone suppression. See More About:  breast cancer treatment  breast cancer diagnosis  cancer support Breast Cancer Ads Breast Cancer Radiation Treatment Cancer Treatment Cancer Symptoms Cancer Therapy Featured Articles Support and Resources - During and After Treatment Life During Treatment - Self Care, Side Effects, Reconstruction Life After Treatment, Recovery, Hair and Skin Care, Changes Decode Medical Terms - Breast Cancer Glossary Breast Cancer Basics - Definition, Types, Survival Statistics Risk and Prevention   More from About.com Career Quizzes Not sure what you want to do when you grow up? Take a career quiz to see if your dream job is a good fit for your interests and skills. More> Self Assessments No quiz can magically tell you what to do with the rest of your life, but a combination of self assessment tools can help you decide. More> This newsletter is written by: Pam Stephan Breast Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Breast Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads What is Breast Cancer? Symptoms of Breast Cancer Diagnosis of Breast Cancer Treatments for Breast Cancer Preventing Breast Cancer Advertisement