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Author Marc Silver discusses how breast cancer affects husbands
Apr 24, 2010 6:22:40 AM
When Marc Silver first found out that his wife had breast cancer, he was stunned, and felt powerless.
Silver's wife survived the disease, but the journalist realized that many men had gone through similar experiences, and he began to write Breast Cancer Husband, a book detailing how he felt during his wife's diagnosis and treatment, according to MCall.com.
One important subject that Silver touches upon is the need for men to communicate with others, as husbands and boyfriends are often frustrated by their inability to solve the problem themselves.
"Women have a network of friends and confidants and guys don't have that," Silver told the news source. "The ones they confide in are their wives and they don't want to burden their wives who are dealing with radiation."
According to the American Cancer Society, women over the age of 40 should begin to schedule annual mammograms. However, those who have a higher risk of the disease should consult with their doctor to determine if more frequent screenings may be beneficial.
Silver's wife survived the disease, but the journalist realized that many men had gone through similar experiences, and he began to write Breast Cancer Husband, a book detailing how he felt during his wife's diagnosis and treatment, according to MCall.com.
One important subject that Silver touches upon is the need for men to communicate with others, as husbands and boyfriends are often frustrated by their inability to solve the problem themselves.
"Women have a network of friends and confidants and guys don't have that," Silver told the news source. "The ones they confide in are their wives and they don't want to burden their wives who are dealing with radiation."
According to the American Cancer Society, women over the age of 40 should begin to schedule annual mammograms. However, those who have a higher risk of the disease should consult with their doctor to determine if more frequent screenings may be beneficial.
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Feb 26, 2010: Many women put a lot of thought into their undergarments, but individuals in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, took the idea of fun lingerie to the next level and created 157 one-of-a-kind braziers to benefit breast cancer awareness, according to TuscaloosaNews.com.
Feb 26, 2010: Special education teacher Debbie Ballard left school to launch a victorious fight against breast cancer, but the educator is back in school and leading a campaign to raise money for the American Cancer Society (ACS).
Feb 25, 2010: Lindsay McLaughlin has always paid attention to her body, as the 29-year-old is a yoga and ski instructor who is aware of the mind-body connection, according to the Sky-Hi Daily News.
Feb 25, 2010: The splendor of a sunset or wonder of a symphony can often motivate artists to daub and smear gorgeous marvels of their own, as a tribute to their inspiration. One painter, who drew artistic encouragement from his mother's successful fight against breast cancer, is acknowledging his muse by auctioning his works to promote breast cancer awareness.
Feb 24, 2010: While doctors and pharmacists work tirelessly to make strides in breast cancer treatment, sometimes the smallest message of support to a patient could mean just as much in conquering the disease.
Feb 20, 2010: Good food is sure to draw a crowd, so when the American Cancer Society's Breast Cancer Research Program decided to host a fundraiser, they turned to some of the best eateries in the city to provide mouthwatering options for their silent auction.
Feb 20, 2010: It's an indisputable fact that most women love shoes. No matter how many pairs are lined up in your closet, it's hard to resist the siren song of a new pair of perfect heels or adorable flats.
Feb 18, 2010: In addition to relieving aches and pains, reducing inflammation and fighting fever, the common over-the counter pain reliever aspirin may also help prevent the development of breast cancer, new research shows.
Feb 11, 2010: With snow drifts towering throughout much of the U.S. and Canada this week, snowmobiles may be among the better options to get from place to place. But one advocacy group set their sights on riding for breast cancer awareness, regardless of their destination.
Feb 5, 2010: The Orange County, California, affiliate of the prominent breast cancer advocacy organization Susan G. Komen for the Cure is reaching out to the public and requesting nominees for three breast cancer awards, which will be announced at a March 5th function called the MasCUREade.
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