DMochelle Fashions Magazine October Issue 2014

attractiveness, especially with regard to the use of cosmetics and other methods of enhancing their lives). By the end of that year, I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer as Stage 0 Cancer (thank God I had a mammogram early) and had surgery (two lymph nodes were removed and tissue removed from the left breast) at the beginning of the year of 2013 along with radiation treatments. I am now "Cancer Free."

My name is Donna Michelle Kittrell and owner of DMochelle Fashions, my passion is to help heal the wounds of hurting people inward as well as their outward appearance. My background in Retail with ten years of Management experience working for Victoria Secret and Nordstrom as a Bra Specialist Fitter. This amazing experience with taking time with clients who had Mastectomy surgery has given me the understanding of their needs. It is a delightful feeling when they would walk out of my presence feeling great with smiles after the tears and embarrassed. I also worked for New York Presbyterian Hospital in the Breast Clinic. I wanted to bring sunshine to their faces. There has been very close family and friends who have passed away from Breast Cancer.

DMochelle Fashion Means: A beautiful women, her reputation as great beauty and the combination of qualities that make something pleasing and impressive to look at, listen to and great smiles. Her personal and physical attractiveness, especially with regard to the use of cosmetics and other methods of enhancing her goodness.

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In the beginning of 2012, I started writing my vision on DMochelle Fashions (one's physical

DMochelle Cancer Support Blog.

Join in on the walk for breast cancer women survivors October 19th Making Strides Against Breast Cancer joined: DMochelleFashions Team. We will be up at 7 a.m. In the morning 72nd Street Central Park, we will be wearing all pink. Or pink and white I'll be putting up DMochelle's t-shirt you can purchase them

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and DMochelle Fashions is starting a Team to walk for the Cause, Join her and others on October 19, @ 7: 30 AM at the Central Park Bandshell, you can join her team by registering at the below link and Join Team "DMochelle Fashions" http://main.acsevents.org/goto/dmocancer-walk

"Word Of The

Month" Lymphedema:What is lymphedema?

What causes lymphedema?

One of the causes of lymphedema is surgery to remove lymph nodes camera.gif, usually during cancer treatment. Normally, lymph nodes filter fluid as it flows through them, trapping bacteria, viruses, and other foreign substances, which are then destroyed by special white blood cells called lymphocytes. Without normal lymph drainage, fluid can build up in the affected arm or leg, and lymphedema can develop. Medicines such as tamoxifen (Nolvadex), radiation therapy, and injury to the lymph nodes can also cause lymphedema.

This type is called secondary lymphedema.

Primary lymphedema can be present at birth or develop during puberty or adulthood. The cause of primary lymphedema is not known.

What are the symptoms?

Symptoms of lymphedema include feeling as though your clothes, rings, wristwatches, or bracelets are too tight; a feeling of fullness in your arms or legs; and less flexibility in your wrists, hands, and ankles.

How is it treated?

Treatment for lymphedema depends on its cause and includes wearing compression garments such as stockings or sleeves, proper diet and skin care, and fluid drainage.

Elevating an arm or leg that has swelling can help ease the drainage of lymph fluid from the affected limb. Whenever possible, rest a swollen arm or leg on a comfortable surface, above the level of your heart. Don't put pressure on your armpit or groin area, and don't hold a limb up without support for very long since this can increase swelling.

Gentle exercise can help reduce swelling. The use of muscles during exercise naturally helps lymph fluid to circulate, which can reduce swelling. But exercise also increases blood flow to the muscles being used, which can increase the amount of lymph fluid present. If you have swelling, it is important to properly bandage an affected limb before exercising. Ask your doctor how to use a bandage for this purpose and what exercises are appropriate for your condition.

After surgery or radiation treatment If you have had surgery to remove some lymph nodes, use your affected arm or leg as normally as possible. Most people are healed about 4 to 6 weeks after surgery, and able to go back to their normal activities.

If you have had lymph nodes removed or have had radiation therapy as part of cancer treatment, you may be able to avoid lymphedema or keep it under control by following the tips below.

Photo credits: Memorie 4 Life Photography

Julia Robertson, formerly of the 90's R&B quartet Ex Girlfriend (produced by Full Force), will be releasing her highly anticipated, solo, debut album "The AudioBiography of Julia Robertson" Ms. Robertson, who is a Breast Cancer Survivor, recently attended the Breast Cancer Breakfast where she received her Breast Cancer Survivor Pin. DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell interviewed Julia Robertson on her journey and where she is today.

Q:

How did you feel when you were diagnosed?

A: Working on my album, which should be completed soon. I'm recording with producer Erick Shervington and excited about the songs we are selecting.

Donna: Julia and I met at the Elegance On the Hudson Yacht Fashion Show which was sponsored, in part, by Sofia Davis' Fashion Avenue News Magazine. Julia's manager, Keri D. Singleton, asked for a photograph from my photographer Brother-Michael Katlow Cox, and we began to talk and found we had something in common...we were both Breast Cancer Survivors. Julia asked about the dresses that DMochelle Fashions designs and I explained to her that the they were designed for women who have had a double mastectomy. The dresses are elegant and beautiful.

Julia Robertson looks forward to working with DMochelle Fashions and inspiring Breast Cancer Survivors through her music.

A: I was at the doctor's office and he took a long time to give me the results. I felt really bad. I had chemotherapy before I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast Cancer.

Q: How did you feel while going through chemotherapy?

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I had dry mouth, sharp feelings in my fingers.

Q:

How long were your chemotherapy sessions?

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Six months.

Q: During chemotherapy sessions, were you able to go on with your life?

A: I had to work but had no eye lashes and asked God why He did this to me. But I took that negative and turned it in to a positive. I took it as a sign from God to help other women improve their lives. I lost my hair and my skin was dry and I always had to use body oil.

I continued to go out with friends, and have fun to uplift my spirit. Women are afraid to discuss their diagnosis. I believe there needs to be more dialogue so that women do not feel alone.

Q:

Where are you at in your life right now?

Julia Robertson and DMochelle-Fashion Kittrell Bryant Park, New York City, September 9, 2014.

(Stage II) Stage II is divided into stages IIA and IIB. 

In stage IIA: o no tumor is found in the breast or the tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller. Cancer (larger than 2 millimeters) is found in 1 to 3 axillary lymph nodes or in the lymph nodes near the breastbone (found during a sentinel lymph node biopsy); or o the tumor is larger than 2 centimeters but not larger than 5 centimeters. Cancer has not 1 spread to the lymph nodes.)

Model Profile: Nitza Elyse Photo credits: Memorie 4 Life Photography

Doing my first fashion was the most exciting yet nerve wrecking thing I’ve ever done. My ankles was shaking and all lol (Laughing Out Loud). Yet, it was an exciting feeling to feel that I was beginning to do something I have never done before. I was in the beginning of fulfilling my dreams. I knew from that very first step I took in that runway that the world was mine and that was only the beginning.

Q: How do you cope under the pressures of being a model?

The Question and Answer Session: Q:

What made you first become a model?

A: In the beginning it was not just about wanting to be a model. It was me wanting to be an image consultant and a stylist/designer as well. Something about the feeling of fabric and new garments on my skin I found so intriguing. That first time feeling of having new clothes on. Convincing someone else to want to wear it as well and sharing the same feeling was exciting. Wanting to be a model was also having the opportunity to the world of fashion and getting to know the best designers. Also a chance in the future of getting in to being a movie/TV actress.

I believe the first models that inspired me was Tyra Banks and Naomi Campbell. Just being able to watch them on the television work that runway, inspired me and made me think, “someday that’s going to be me. “ I knew if they can do it so can I. Q: How did you feel when you did your first ever fashion show or photo shoot?

A: My very first shoot I did was a headshot in junior High School by a random photographer whom I don’t remember. However, my first real photo shoot was with Dane Delaney. Whom I went to high school with and later ended up becoming a published photographer. I was nervous at first yet very excited to do it. He photographed me at 20/20 photography at South Orange, New Jersey.

A: You are going to have rejections. Not everyone is going to like you and there is always going to be someone out there to critic you. It all comes with the territory. Just know if one person does not want to work with you or likes your look someone else out there always will. In this industry you need to understand that. It is not easy at first. You are to have people tell you, that you are too thick or too small.

Heck you are going to have people that look at you dead in the face and tell you that you are to pretty. It is happened to me before. I did not understand it at first until I realized her reason. Designers don’t people to look at you so much, but they do want people to look at their garments. You can not get upset that is the purpose designers work hard to put these pieces together.

Your job as the model is to flaunt what you are to grab the consumer’s attention to want to buy and look at the garments.

Q: How do you feel about the controversy of the size 0 debate in the industry?

Her journey has just began. After walking in The DMochelle Fashion Show on May 31, 2014, Ms. Elyse style and grace has shined. She was one of the host for Small Boutique Fashion Week (SBFW), walked in Fashion On the Hudson (FOTH), Atlantic City Fashion Week 2014, and An Interviewer for Runwaynews.com.

Be on the lookout, Ms. Elyse will be on a Runway near you.

By: Brother-Michael Katlow Cox

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Veronica Pierrilus

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Princess Adex

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Stewella Daville

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Angelina Gayle-Hamber

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Angelina Gayle-Hamber

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Designer: DMochelle-Fashions Kittrell Model: Stacey Greene

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Is Eating Healthy is More Expensive:

on March 31, 2013. Read part one here: The LowDown on Organic Foods.

By Brother-Michael Katlow Cox

With the basics behind us of what constitutes an organic product under the National Organic Program (NOP), we can move forward to comparing organic products with non-organic. What are the differences between the two, if any? Let’s explore.

Size and shape

Organic Food vs Non-Organic Food: For years, our foods has been sprayed with pesticides to kill bugs and our insects. This practice under current studies show plants and veggies are safe to eat, but in recent years, Organic is the New Phase word.

In this article we will go over Organic Food vs.

Conventional Food and the studies.

Here is an article the talks about this issue:

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Organic vs. NonOrganic: What’s the Difference?

By Zak Solomon | August 29, 2013

This is part two in a series of three articles on organic foods originally published by Food Sentry 2

Source: http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2013/08/organicvs-non-organic-whats-the-difference/#.VC8ePBZnW_Q

When purchasing organic produce, the physical differences between organic and non-organic versions are almost instantaneously noticeable.

Organic produce frequently comes in variable sizes and shapes that often look physically “imperfect,” whereas non-organic produce all seems to look relatively the same (within type, of course). But why? The short version is that much non-organic, unprocessed or minimally processed produce is treated with a variety of growth-enhancing substances and is also commonly subjected to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grading and quality standards (voluntarily), while organic produce is not. This may be changing, however, as USDA is currently working to implement similar types of physical standards under the NOP. Similar to produce, organic meats (beef, pork, poultry, etc.), specifically cuts of meat, are often physically different from their non-organic counterparts. While cuts of organic meat have similar coloration to non-organic cuts, organic cuts are usually a bit smaller. The main reasoning for this size difference is simple: animals used for the production of organic meat products are not treated with any growth-enhancing substances commonly used in non-organic meat production, often resulting in smaller cuts.

Quality differences Defining the “quality” differences between organic and non-organic produce and meats is difficult because of the differing values people assign to quality when it comes to food. In a nutshell, organic food products must meet the same standards that apply to non-organic foods, but the organic food products must meet an additional set of standards (the NOP) that do not apply to non-organic products. Additionally, organic products are required to be certified as meeting these extra standards, while participation by non-organic product producers in many of the basic USDAestablished standards and certifications is not required (though many do participate).

Back to our original question: is there a quality difference between organic and non-organic products? Well, if you as an individual attribute low environmental impact, minimal additive and synthetic-substance use, as well as stricter regulation of farming practices with greater “quality” in the food you eat, then organic products would probably generally register as such. On the other hand, if you as an individual associate attributes such as higher product consistency, greater size and more “perfect” physical characteristics with greater “quality” in the food you eat, then organic products probably would not represent a higher-quality product to you.

Also, although a lot of people believe that organic products are nutritionally superior to non-organic products, some very recent studies have shown that the nutritional differences between organic products and non-organic products are generally minuscule, although research on the topic is ongoing.

Food additives, pesticides and other substances Perhaps the most substantial and tangible differences between organic products and nonorganic products lie in the various substances used in non-organic food production that are not in organics. Under the NOP, the use of certain modification methods, pesticides and other synthetic substances on food plants, as well as the use of food additives, fortifiers and substances that may be used as processing aids in organic products, are strictly limited to legislation-identified methods,

substances and uses (see exceptions here: Substances and methods list).

Additionally, animals used to produce organic products such as eggs, cheeses, meats, etc., are raised on organic feeds without the use of antibiotics (except in certain atypical circumstances), growth-enhancing substances and other various artificial substances and modification methods. In the end, all of these things mean that, in theory, organic products contain, if any, far fewer artificial ingredients (e.g., preservatives and pesticide and/or antibiotic residues, etc.) than their non-organic counterparts.

A market divided At this point, you’re armed with most of the information necessary to better judge and understand the organic food market. However, knowing about the numerous physical, visual, qualitative and compositional differences between organic and non-organic products is only the second part of the organics puzzle.

How is breast cancer treated?

Adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapy

This information represents the views of the doctors and nurses serving on the American Cancer Society's Cancer Information Database Editorial Board. These views are based on their interpretation of studies published in medical journals, as well as their own professional experience.

Patients who have no detectable cancer after surgery are often given additional treatment to help keep the cancer from coming back. This is known as adjuvant therapy. Doctors believe that even in the early stages of breast cancer, cancer cells may break away from the primary breast tumor and begin to spread. These cells can't be felt on a physical exam or seen on x-rays or other imaging tests, and they cause no symptoms. But they can go on to become new tumors in nearby tissues, other organs, and bones. The goal of adjuvant therapy is to kill these hidden cells. Both systemic therapy (like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy) and radiation can be used as adjuvant therapy.

The treatment information in this document is not official policy of the Society and is not intended as medical advice to replace the expertise and judgment of your cancer care team. It is intended to help you and your family make informed decisions, together with your doctor.

Your doctor may have reasons for suggesting a treatment plan different from these general treatment options. Don't hesitate to ask him or her questions about your treatment options.

General types of treatment for breast cancer The main types of treatment for breast cancer are:      

Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy Hormone therapy Targeted therapy Bone-directed therapy

Treatments can be classified into broad groups, based on how they work and when they are used.

Local versus systemic therapy Local therapy is intended to treat a tumor at the site without affecting the rest of the body. Surgery and radiation therapy are examples of local therapies.

Systemic therapy refers to drugs which can be given by mouth or directly into the bloodstream to reach cancer cells anywhere in the body. Chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy are systemic therapies.

Most, but not all, patients benefit from adjuvant therapy. How much you might benefit depends on the stage and characteristics of the cancer and what type of surgery you had. Generally speaking, if the tumor is larger or the cancer has spread to lymph nodes, it is more likely to have spread through the bloodstream, and you are more likely to see a benefit. But there are other features, some of which have been previously discussed, that may determine if a patient should get adjuvant therapy.

Recommendations about adjuvant therapy are discussed in the sections on these treatments and in the section on treatment by stage.

Some patients are given treatment, such as chemotherapy or hormone therapy, before surgery.

The goal of this treatment is to shrink the tumor in the hope it will allow a less extensive operation to be done. This is called neoadjuvant therapy.

Neoadjuvant therapy also lowers the chance of the cancer coming back later. Many patients who get neoadjuvant therapy will not need adjuvant therapy, or will not need as much.

The next few sections offer general information about the types of treatments used for breast cancer.

This is followed by a discussion of the typical treatment options based on the stage of the cancer (including non-invasive and invasive breast

cancers), plus a small section on breast cancer treatment during pregnancy.3

Breast Cancer Facts and Stats Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in U.S. women, excluding cancers of the skin. If the current rate stays the same, women born today have about a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer at some point during their lives.1 Although mortality rates have steadily decreased over the past decades, breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in U.S. women, exceeded only by lung cancer.2

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Although overall incidence is highest for Caucasian women, African Americans have the highest mortality rate from breast cancer.

Caucasian women have the second highest mortality rate, followed by American Indian/Alaska Natives, Hispanic/Latinos, and Asian American/ Pacific Islanders.4

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The breast cancer mortality rate has decreased since 1989, with larger decreases in women younger than 50. The decline is attributed to earlier detection, improved treatments, and possibly, decreased incidence as a result of declining use of postmenopausal hormone therapy.4

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When detected and treated early, 5-year relative survival for localized breast cancer is 99%. For regional disease, it is 84%. If the cancer has spread to distant organs, 5-year survival drops to 24%.4 Larger tumor size at diagnosis is also associated with decreased survival.4

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At this time, there are an estimated 2.8 million breast cancer survivors living in the U.S.2

Risk Factors: 

Gender: Female gender is the most important risk factor for breast cancer. Men can develop breast cancer, but the risk for females is about 100 times greater.2

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Age: As women age, the risk of developing breast cancer increases. About 66% of all invasive breast cancers are diagnosed in women age 55 and older, while about 12% are diagnosed in women younger than age 45.2

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Race and ethnicity: In the U.S., Caucasian women are slightly more likely to develop breast cancer than are African-American women, although African Americans are more likely to die from this disease. Asian, Hispanic, and Native-American women have a lower risk than either Caucasian or African American women of developing and dying from breast cancer.2

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Family history of breast cancer: Risk is increased for women whose close relatives have breast cancer. In general, the more biological relatives with breast cancer, especially relatives diagnosed before age 50, the higher a woman's risk. Less than15% of women with breast cancer have a positive family history in a first degree relative.2

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In 2014, an estimated 232,670 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in U.S. women. In addition to invasive breast cancer, an estimated 62,570 cases of carcinoma in situ (CIS) will be diagnosed.2

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In 2014, an estimated 40,000 U.S. women will die from breast cancer.2

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The risk of getting breast cancer increases with age. Approximately 77% of women with breast cancer are over the age of 50 at the time of diagnosis.3

Source: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/detailedguide/b reast-cancer-treating-general-info

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Genetic factors: Certain gene mutations strongly increase a woman's risk. An estimated 5% to 10% of all breast cancers are directly attributable to inherited gene mutations, most often to mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. In the U.S., BRCA mutations are more common in Jewish women of Ashkenazi origin, but they can occur in any racial or ethnic group. Mutations in the genes ATM, TP53, CHEK2, PTEN, CDH1, STK11 also increase breast cancer risk, but these are much rarer and do not increase risk as much as BRCA genes.2 Benign breast conditions: There is a slight to strong increase in risk for women with certain types of abnormalities found with a breast biopsy, depending upon the type of abnormality.

Non-proliferative lesions may have a slight effect on breast cancer risk. Proliferative lesions without atypia increase risk 1½ to 2 times normal. Proliferative lesions with atypia (i.e., ADH, ALH) increase a woman's risk by 3½ to 5 times.2 Personal history of breast cancer: A history of breast cancer in one breast increases the risk of developing a new cancer in the other breast or in another part of the same breast by 3 to 4 times.2 Dense breasts: Compared to the same aged women with less dense breast tissue, women whose mammograms show extremely dense breast tissue (usually defined as ≥ 75%) are at 2.1 to 2.3 times higher risk for breast cancer, while women with heterogeneously dense breasts (usually defined as 51-75%) are at a 1.2 to 1.5 times higher risk. 3 Dense breast tissue can also make it harder to detect breast cancer with mammography.5

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Reproductive history: Certain reproductive factors slightly increase risk. These include giving birth to a first child after age 30, nulliparity (never having children), starting menstruation before age 12, and/or entering menopause after age 55.2 The increase in risk is likely due to a longer lifetime exposure to estrogen.6

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Hormone therapy after menopause (also called hormone replacement therapy, or HRT): Using combined hormone therapy after menopause (estrogen and progesterone) increases breast cancer risk for current or recent users, especially if used for longer than 2 to 3 years. The use of estrogen alone after menopause does not appear

to increase the risk of developing breast cancer; however, when used long term (> 10 years) it may increase risk for ovarian cancer per some studies. Both combined hormone therapy and estrogen therapy alone also appear to increase the risk of heart disease, blood clots, and strokes.2 

Radiation therapy to the chest when young: Risk is strongly increased for women treated with radiation to the chest for another cancer as children or young adults (as with Hodgkin's lymphoma). The risk is highest for those treated during adolescence, when the breasts are still developing. The most vulnerable ages appear to be between ages 10 to 14.7

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Weight: Excess weight (as measured by body mass index) and/or weight gain after menopause is associated with a higher risk of breast cancer.

In contrast, excess weight in premenopausal women has been associated with a lower risk.

The reason for this observed relationship in premenopausal women is unclear.7

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Alcohol: Compared with non-drinkers, women who drink alcoholic beverages are at increased risk. The risk increases with the amount of alcohol consumed. Risk for those who consume 2 to 5 drinks daily is increased by about 1½ times normal.2

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Height: Height has been associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in a majority of studies. Risk is about 20% greater for women 69 inches or taller as compared with women less than 63 inches tall.7

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Other factors: Exposure to certain environmental substances and conditions may also increase a woman's risk of developing breast cancer.

Currently there is conflicting evidence regarding the risk of environmental exposure to organochlorines (some exert a weak estrogenic effect), tobacco smoke, as well as night shift work. Research is ongoing in these and other areas of our current environment with potential for effecting breast cancer risk.2

Risk Reduction: For women at average risk, the emphasis is on regular screening and healthy lifestyle choices (e.g., low-fat diet, regular exercise, breastfeeding). Women at increased risk for breast cancer are advised to consider additional

risk reduction strategies in consultation with their health care providers. 

Physical activity: Regular physical exercise has been shown to provide some protection against breast cancer, especially in postmenopausal women. The reduction in risk for physically active women compared with women who are least active may be as much as 25%.7

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Diet: A diet that is rich in vegetables, fruit, poultry, fish, and low-fat dairy products has been associated with a lower risk of breast cancer in some studies.2 There is also some evidence that soy-rich diets may reduce risk.6 Overall, however, the influence of dietary factors on breast cancer risk remains inconclusive.

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Breastfeeding: The risk reducing effect of breastfeeding has been shown in multiple studies, especially if the breast-feeding lasts 1½ to 2 years.2 For every year of breastfeeding, the reduction in relative risk has been estimated at approximately 4%.7

Screening Guidelines: The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that biennial screening mammography begin at age 50 for women at average risk. The Task Force states that the decision to start mammography screening before the age of 50 should be an individual one and take into account the patient's situation, including her values regarding the benefits and harms of screening. For older women, the USPSTF maintains that the current evidence is insufficient for assessing the additional benefits of screening mammography in women past age 74.

Similarly, with regard to clinical breast examination, the Task Force believes that there is insufficient evidence for assessing the additional benefits of clinical breast examination beyond screening mammography in women 40 years or older. The USPSTF recommends against clinicians teaching women how to perform breast selfexamination (BSE), stating that evidence suggests that teaching BSE does not reduce breast cancer mortality.8

who choose to do BSE should receive instruction from their health providers. Women at increased risk for breast cancer may benefit from earlier initiation of screening, screening at shorter intervals, and screening with additional methods such as ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging.9, 104

4 References: 1

National Cancer Institute (NCI). (2012, Sep. - Last reviewed). Breast cancer risk in American women. Accessed Jul. 2, 2014, from http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/detection/probabilitybreast-cancer 2

American Cancer Society (ACS). (2014, Jan. - Last revised). Breast cancer: detailed guide. Accessed Jul. 2, 2014, from http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/detailedguide 3

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS). (2008, Aug. - Last revised). Preventing chronic diseases: Investing wisely in health - screening to prevent cancer deaths. Accessed Jul. 2, 2014, from http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/publications/factsheets/Prevention/pdf/cance r.pdf 4

American Cancer Society (ACS). (2013). Breast cancer facts & figures 20132014. Accessed Jul. 8, 2014, from http://www.cancer.org/research/cancerfactsstatistics/breast-cancer-factsfigures 5

Wang, A.T., Vachon, C.M., Brandt, K.R., Ghosh, K. (2014). Breast density and breast cancer risk: a practical review. Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 89(4):548557.

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Chen, W.Y. (2013, Jan. - Last updated). Patient information: factors that modify breast cancer risk in women (Beyond the Basics). Accessed Jul. 3, 2014, from http://www.uptodate.com/contents/factors-that-modify-breastcancer-risk-in-women-beyond-the-basics 7

Chen, W.Y. (2013, Oct. - Last updated). Factors that modify breast cancer risk in women. Accessed Jul. 3, 2014, from http://www.uptodate.com/contents/factors-that-modify-breast-cancer-risk-inwomen 8

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). (2009). Screening for breast cancer: U.S. preventive services task force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med, 151:716-726.

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The American Cancer Society (ACS) advocates for annual screening mammography, beginning at age 40 and continuing for as long as a woman is in good health.

Clinical breast examination every three years is recommended for women in their 20s and 30s, and annually for women aged 40 and older. Breast self-exam is an option for women starting in their 20s. Women

Saslow, D., Boetes, C., Burke, W., et al. (2007). American Cancer Society guidelines for breast screening with MRI as an adjunct to mammography. CA Cancer J Clin, 57(2):75-89.

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Smith, R.A., Saslow, D., Sawyer, K.A., et al. (2003). American Cancer Society guidelines for breast cancer screening: update 2003. CA Cancer J Clin, 53(3):141-69.

Chemotherapy

How Chemotherapy Works Chemotherapy medicines prevent cancer cells from growing and spreading by destroying the cells or stopping them from dividing.

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Chemotherapy drugs kill or disable cancer cells.

Chemotherapy is a treatment option for most types of breast cancer. The decision to use chemotherapy is based on the tumor stage and certain tumor characteristics (such as hormone receptor status), as well as your age, overall health and personal preferences.

Chemotherapy for early and locally advanced breast cancer Chemotherapy after breast surgery (adjuvant chemotherapy)

For those with early breast cancer, chemotherapy is usually given after breast surgery (called adjuvant chemotherapy), but before radiation therapy.

Adjuvant chemotherapy helps lower the risk of breast cancer recurrence by getting rid of cancer cells that might still be present in the body.

Chemotherapy before breast surgery (neoadjuvant chemotherapy)

Chemotherapy is sometimes used before surgery (called neoadjuvant or preoperative chemotherapy).

In women with large tumors who need a mastectomy, neoadjuvant chemotherapy may shrink the tumor enough that a lumpectomy becomes an option.

In women with locally advanced breast cancer, neoadjuvant chemotherapy can reduce the size of the tumor in the breast and/or in the lymph nodes, and make it easier to surgically remove the cancer.

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Source: http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/Chemotherapy.html#st hash.f4HnlMkV.dpuf

Cancer cells tend to grow and divide very quickly with no order or control. Because they're growing so fast, sometimes cancer cells break away from the original tumor and travel to other places in the body.

Chemotherapy weakens and destroys cancer cells at the original tumor site AND throughout the body.

Most normal cells grow and divide in a precise, orderly way. Still, some normal cells do divide quickly, including cells in hair follicles, nails, the mouth, digestive tract, and bone marrow (bone marrow makes blood cells). Chemotherapy also can unintentionally harm these other types of rapidly dividing cells, possibly causing chemotherapy side effects.

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early-stage invasive breast cancer to get rid of any cancer cells that may be left behind after surgery and to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back advanced-stage breast cancer to destroy or damage the cancer cells as much as possible

When treating early-stage breast cancer, it's fairly common for chemotherapy to be given after surgery, as soon as you recover. Doctors call this "adjuvant" chemotherapy because it's given in addition to surgery, which is considered the primary treatment.

In some cases, chemotherapy is given before surgery to shrink the cancer so that less tissue has to be removed.

When chemotherapy is given before surgery, it's called "neoadjuvant" chemotherapy.

In many cases, chemotherapy medicines are given in combination, which means you get two or three different medicines at the same time. These combinations are known as chemotherapy regimens. In early-stage breast cancer, standard chemotherapy regimens lower the risk of the cancer coming back. In advanced breast cancer, chemotherapy regimens make the cancer shrink or disappear in about 30-60% of people treated. Keep in mind that every cancer responds differently to chemotherapy.

Photos of Courtesy: Allison Brown - Fashion Avenue News

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week started September 4 to September 11.

MBFW - Designers showed their Fashion style for Spring 2015 Collections, on the Runway at Lincoln Center, New York City.

Allison Brown of Fashion Avenue News Magazine provided the photos of his experience.

Here are a few designs Allison captured during his time in the pit with other photographers from around the world.

A Short review about the event the takes over New York Lincoln Center:

Fashion Week in NYC by Mercedes-Benz

September 4-11, 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring/Summer Collections Now at Lincoln Center, Between 62-65 Streets & Columbus-Amsterdam Avenues Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is likely the most wellknown event during New York Fashion Week, but not the only one. Many top-name designers show their collections at other venues, including Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs. Dozens of other fashion shows and related events are held around the city during around the city during Fashion Week in NYC.

DMochelle Fashions utilize Strike-A-Pose Studios for rehearsals as she debut her Clothing Line for Breast Cancer Women on May 31, 2014. website: www.dmochelle.com

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WELCOME From Brother-Michael Capturing moments also captures a Life Time Of Memories and with "Memorie 4 Life Photography" those moments are captured. Our Moto is "One Picture, One Word, Beautiful."

Brother-Michael "Katlow" Cox looks forward to helping you capture your moments for a Life Time.

Come out and Support Team "DMochelle Fashions" on October 19 at 72nd and Central Park West at 7:30 AM. Click in below link and Join Team DMochelle Fashions and if you are unable to walk, please Donate to "Team DMochelle Fashions"

http://main.acsevents.org/goto/dmocancer-walk