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Tell Us: Are You a Good Neighbor?

Got a great neighbor? Live in a lively neighborhood? Celebrate Neighborday April 27.

Don't forget to print out the image of the attached Breast Cancer Awareness ribbon to show your support! Post it in the window of your home or on a community bulletin board in town.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Show Us Your Pink Pride

Show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by uploading photos of your and/or your family and friends supporting the cause.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Where to Find Mammogram Parties in the Area

When it comes to mammograms, some medical centers are turning this uncomfortable medical test into an excuse to throw a party.

Business, Breast Cancer Awareness

Outer Beauty Tips Lead to Inner Strength for Women with Breast Cancer

Resources that your doctor doesn't offer for women fighting breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer in Young Women: Resources Around the Area

Breast cancer isn't age specific. Here's how to cope with treatments and augmentations if you are diagnosed earlier in life.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Where to Get a Breast Exam in the Area

Early detection is the key. While more than two million women live with breast cancer, if detected early, women diagnosed have a survival rate of 98 percent, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Support Groups in the Area

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here, a list of some local breast cancer support groups.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Shop Pink to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means a variety of pink products will be hitting the shelves. But, do your pink purchases always go towards the cause?

Breast Cancer Awareness

Healthy Living Can Prevent Breast Cancer: Local Resources

Research shows good nutrition and exercise can help prevent breast cancer. Here are some resources around the area to help you stay healthy.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Think Pink: Breast Cancer Awareness Events in the Area

From galas to walks to shopping, here's how you can participate, pledge support and donate to the cause.

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