Gearing up for a pink month

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BIRMINGHAM - AL -

I am getting more requests to speak and for information about breast cancer. I am hearing about more women being diagnosed with breast cancer.

That's why I wanted to take a moment to remind you to keep up with your health checks. Early detection is the key to survival.

Eating right and avoiding stress are important too. Also a recent report showed that women who are sleep deprived have a higher risk of getting breast cancer.

In general it is a good reminder for you to take care of yourself. It is not October yet, but it's never too early to think about taking care of yourself!

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