and it didn't cost you a dime - would you? ...more

November 7, 2009

Before fire, there was only raw food. In recent years, a number of Americans have embraced this diet. A diet of raw foods, sometimes called living foods, involves eating whole, unprocessed raw foods. Most raw foodists are vegans, but some may eat meat, fish or dairy products. ...more

November 4, 2009

Like many breast cancer survivors, Joy Dunn feels compelled to take her personal fight to the next level, to join the larger battle against the disease as a whole. As an admissions coordinator at Life Care Center of New Port Richey, Dunn is a front-row observer of the health care industry. Added to her own experience, she realized that while raising funds and awareness are vital, she could best define her niche by taking the direct approach, to encourage women to face the disease head-on by getting mammograms. ...more

November 3, 2009

The fight against breast cancer got a boost Sunday as 1,500 walkers crossed the finish line after walking 60 miles through Pinellas County. Their trek raised $3.7 million for the 2009 Tampa Bay Breast Cancer 3-Day. The walkers, many of them breast cancer survivors, started at Sand Key Park in Clearwater on Friday and walked through the communities of Largo, Seminole, Treasure Island and Madeira Beach. The event ended Sunday at Spa Beach Park in St. Petersburg. ...more

November 2, 2009

There will be plenty of pink this weekend in Pinellas County. More than 1,500 people are walking to raise money in the fight against breast cancer. The Breast Cancer 3-Day kicked off Friday morning in Clearwater. Participants will cover 60 miles during the three-day walk to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. ...more

October 31, 2009

Steve Serafino ordinarily doesn't try to paper over problems, but he made an exception for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ...more

October 31, 2009

Q. I have metastasized breast cancer now in my bones and am on chemo. My doctor said because of my age I didn't need an H1N1 shot, however with my compromised immune system wouldn't it be a good idea? ...more

October 30, 2009

Oh, how I wish more people would write about the Heartland Idol contest. It is truly remarkable to see such talent coming from right here in our own back door. I would not be a judge if they paid me NFL money. For the most part, even the people who don't move on to the next level are good and fun to watch. Don Ewell makes a great emcee; he sure has some quick wit about him and has a way about him that can relax the contestants. You don't have time for dinner before the 6 p.m. start? Not to worry. There is some mighty fine food to be bought. Hey, another reason to come is to see the size of them hot dogs. The bratwurst, pulled pork and hamburgers are nothing to turn your nose up at, either, and then there is the smell of popcorn, as well as all kinds of other snacks. Plus, right across the street is a cold treat wagon with all kinds of cold treats, which is nice on a hot night. ...more

October 27, 2009

In October, it's nearly impossible to count the number of ways you can show your support for breast cancer research: buy a pink combination lock; get fitted for a new bra; save the pink lids from your lunchtime yogurt. ...more

October 24, 2009

Oak Hill Hospital isn't discriminating any longer. Thursday's annual Celebration of Life for breast cancer survivors is not just open to the hospital's patients. All survivors are invited. ...more

October 23, 2009