Bold Educational Approach Features Real Women Wearing Only Mardi Gras Masks and Smiles.TAMPA, Fla. -- Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), the only national nonprofit organization Nonprofit Organization An association that is given tax-free status. Donations to a non-profit organization are often tax deductible as well. Notes: Examples of non-profit organizations are charities, hospitals and schools. for families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer ovarian cancer Malignant tumour of the ovaries. Risk factors include early age of first menstruation (before age 12), late onset of menopause (after age 52), absence of pregnancy, presence of specific genetic mutations, use of fertility drugs, and personal history of breast , proudly announces "Life is a Carnival," a bold approach to mastectomy mastectomy (măstĕk`təmē), surgical removal of breast tissue, usually done as treatment for breast cancer. There are many types of mastectomy. In general, the farther the cancer has spread, the more tissue is taken. and breast reconstruction Breast Reconstruction Definition Breast reconstruction is a series of surgical procedures performed to recreate a breast. Reconstructions are commonly done after one or both breasts are removed as a treatment for breast cancer. education. The 14-month calendar features women who had breast reconstruction with implants or various tissue flap procedures, and women who chose not to reconstruct their breasts after mastectomy. Mastectomies are performed to treat various types of breast cancer. And increasingly, more women -- including very young women -- with a family history of the disease are choosing preventative mastectomies to reduce their lifetime risk of developing breast cancer, which can be as high as 85 percent. With many traditional and cutting-edge reconstructive techniques available, how to proceed after mastectomy can be confusing and overwhelming. All too often, women cannot find photos that are representative of the various techniques. More than just another breast cancer calendar, "Life is a Carnival" is an educational publication that presents real-life post-mastectomy options. "Most post-mastectomy photographs feature faceless torsos. We put faces -- although festively masked -- to the mastectomy and reconstruction experience," said Sue Friedman, FORCE Executive Director. "More than just a calendar, "Life is a Carnival" is an intimate collection of real women who courageously volunteered to share their bodies and their experiences to help others understand their choices. We chose Mardi Gras Mardi Gras (mär`dē grä), last day before the fasting season of Lent. It is the French name for Shrove Tuesday. Literally translated, the term means "fat Tuesday" and was so called because it represented the last opportunity for as a theme because it celebrates life. Our calendar celebrates life after mastectomy. As these photos attest To solemnly declare verbally or in writing that a particular document or testimony about an event is a true and accurate representation of the facts; to bear witness to. To formally certify by a signature that the signer has been present at the execution of a particular writing so as , life after mastectomy -- with or without reconstruction -- does go on." For anyone considering mastectomy, "Life is a Carnival" provides a unique way to explore options, consider different techniques and make informed decisions about mastectomy and reconstruction. "Life is a Carnival" is available for individual and group sales Group sales Block sale (of large amounts) of securities to institutional investors. group sales The distribution of a new security issue to institutional clients. : $15 each or $30 including a copy of The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook, a FORCE - recommended comprehensive resource on breast reconstruction techniques, issues and recovery. For more information or to order, visit the FORCE website (www.facingourrisk.org), contact calendar@facingourrisk.org or call 866-288-7475. FORCE is the only national nonprofit organization devoted to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. The FORCE community includes survivors of these cancers and women at high risk due to a genetic mutation Noun 1. genetic mutation - (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism chromosomal mutation, mutation or family history. FORCE promotes information, education and awareness through its events, programs and website (www.facingourrisk.org). |
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