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IMAGINIS.COM BREAST HEALTH NEWSLETTER
VOLUME 2, ISSUE 23
OCTOBER 19, 2000

Thousands of breast cancer patients, survivors and healthcare professionals receive the Imaginis.com Breast Health Newsletter, which is published by email every two weeks (every week during October 2000). If you would like to add the email addresses of your friends and family to the newsletter mailing list, please visit http://www.imaginis.com/newsletter/

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SIEMENS AND IMAGINIS PROUDLY SUPPORT NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, OCTOBER 2000

By proudly sponsoring Imaginis.com, Siemens is dedicated to providing comprehensive information and service to improve and advance women's health. To coincide with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (U.S), October 2000, Siemens and Imaginis have launched a new version of the awarding winning Imaginis.com website. Imaginis.com continues to provide the most comprehensive, up-to-date information on breast cancer prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, medical procedures, and related women's health topics.  Imaginis.com has also been expanded to include a section for healthcare professionals. Visit the newly redesigned Imaginis.com website at http://www.imaginis.com/. To learn more about Siemens involvement in women's health, please visit http://www.imaginis.com/siemens/

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BREAST HEALTH NEWS

1. U.S. HOUSE APPROVES BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER TREATMENT BILL, SENDS TO PRESIDENT CLINTON
On October 12, 2000, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that would provide funding for the treatment of breast and cervical cancer among low-income women diagnosed with either disease through a federally-funded Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) program. The bill, which was originally passed by the House in May 2000, was delayed due to concerns over its requirement to add warning labels to condoms about the spread of the human papillomavirus (HPV). Earlier this month, a new version of the bill was approved by the Senate and has now been sent to President Clinton, who had said earlier that he would sign the legislation.
Click here to read more:
http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news10.16.00.asp

2. STUDY FINDS HIGHER BREAST CANCER RISK FOR WOMEN WHO TOOK OLDER VERSIONS OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES
A new study finds that women with a family history of breast cancer who took oral contraceptives prior to or during 1975 are at a higher risk for breast cancer than women with similar family histories of breast cancer who did not take the older versions of birth control pills. The link between breast cancer and oral contraceptives was strongest among women with five or more cases of breast or ovarian cancer in their families. According to researcher Thomas Sellers, PhD, there is no currently evidence that oral contraceptives on the market after 1975 increase breast cancer risk.
Click here to read more:
http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/news/news10.13.00.asp

3. IMAGINIS AND SHE SHE ME DEVELOP "BREAST HEALTH 101" TO HELP EDUCATE YOUNG WOMEN ABOUT BREAST CANCER
Imaginis and Sheshesheme.com have partnered to develop a "Breast Health 101" microsite, designed to inform women in their twenties and thirties about breast health and breast cancer. The microsite is meant to serve as an introduction to topics related to breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment. Typical of she she me, who is the witty personality and purveyor of what is fashionable online, "Breast Health 101" is written in an entertaining and humorous tone to help younger women become more knowledgeable about this very important topic.
Click here to visit the "Breast Health 101" microsite:
http://www.imaginis.com/shesheme/

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IMAGINIS.COM PATIENT AND PROFESSIONAL DISCUSSIONS

The Imaginis Discussions have been designed to help promote the discussion of a variety of women's health topics, including breast cancer, medical imaging and related health topics. The Patient Discussions are designed to bring women together who have shared similar experiences. Breast cancer patients, survivors, and all women interested in breast health issues are encouraged to participate in the Patient Discussions. In addition, Imaginis has recently added a Professional Discussion section to bring physicians and other healthcare providers together to discuss the latest women's health issues.
Click here to visit the Imaginis.com Discussions:
http://www.imaginis.com/discussions/

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BREAST HEALTH/BREAST CANCER INFORMATION

1. GUIDELINES FOR EARLY BREAST CANCER DETECTION
The earlier breast cancer is detected, the greater the chances for survival. Breast self-exams, clinical breast exams, and mammography are essential in helping to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages. This article discusses when and how often women should perform self-exams, receive clinical breast exams, and have mammograms. The article also explains the warning signs to watch for while performing breast self-exams and what to do if a lump is found.
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http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/earlydetection.asp

2. COPING WITH THE SIDE EFFECTS OF TAMOXIFEN
The drug tamoxifen is approved by the U.S. FDA to help treat early and advanced stages of breast cancer and to prevent the return of breast cancer. While taking tamoxifen may benefit many breast cancer patients and women at high risk of the disease, tamoxifen has also been shown to cause bothersome side effects in some women. In some instances, serious complications including deep vein thrombosis, endometrial cancer, and stroke may develop from tamoxifen use. This article discusses the possible side effects and complications that can occur from tamoxifen use. The article includes statistics on possible side effects and complications and methods to cope with these side effects.
Click here to read more:
http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/side_effects.asp

3. COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT MAMMOGRAMS
When should I get a mammogram? Can x-rays cause cancer? Where can I find a mammography facility? How much does a mammogram cost? Do I need a referral (prescription) for a mammogram? Do I need a mammogram if I have breast implants? This article answers these and other common questions about mammograms and breast cancer.
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http://www.imaginis.com/breasthealth/faq-mammo.asp

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