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HG Christie Ltd, 3 Days + 3 Islands + 90 years = 90 Free Mammograms
Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October 2012 (Nassau, NP; BAHAMAS) ? Seeking to celebrate their milestone 90th anniversary in a meaningful way, H.G. Christie Ltd., ?The Trusted Authority in Bahamas Real Estate?, chose to give back to the community in a life changing way.
One of the few 'brave' souls
One of the few 'brave' souls
Other than the fact that he was getting up a few too many times to go to the bathroom, which he knew wasn't normal, Lenneth Brozozog felt he was in the best of health. Yet he decided to have a doctor check him out anyway and scheduled his annual physical at a Florida medical facility. He was given a clean bill of health, except for one little "blip". His prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test that...
HG Christie returns as platinum sponsor for Bahamas Hope Challenge
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A team of dedicated HG Christie employees recently demonstrated their commitment to a worthy cause by pedaling, walking, and running in the 16th Bahamas Hope Challenge (BHC) on March 2. Established in 2006 as Ride for Hope and now known as the Bahamas Hope Challenge, this event has witnessed thousands of participants [...]
HG Christie Returns as Platinum Sponsor for Bahamas Hope Challenge
Putting wheels and feet to the ground in Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, a team of HG Christie employees peddled, walked and ran for a great cause as they participated in the 16th Bahamas Hope Challenge (BHC) on March 2.
Tackling Breast Cancer Head-on, Cleveland Clinic Doctor Answers Tough Questions on Breast Cancer and Treatment Options Available Today
Breast cancer is no stranger to women. Whether you’ve lost someone to it, or supported a loved on their healing journey, women worldwide are too familiar with the disease.
Family Medicine Center Brings 3-D Mammography to Eleuthera
Family Medicine Center announces the availability of state-of-the-art Genius 3D Mammography in Rock Sound, Eleuthera. This innovative digital technology marks a significant advancement in breast cancer detection and prevention, offering women in Eleuthera easy access to superior breast imaging services.
Cancer Awareness Month events announced
Cancer Awareness Month events announced
In its goal to screen 500 women in 2024, the Mammogram Access Program (MAP) has planned a number of events this October to draw attention to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, kicking off with the "Battle of the Bra" competition and wrapping up with the "Pink Lotus Affair" gala party.
14% of women screened on Family Islands test positive for cancer
Fourteen percent of the Family Island women who were screened for cancer in the last two years were found to have abnormalities, according to an official from the Bahamas Cancer Society.
As a part of the Family Island mammogram program, 70 of the 500 women screened were found to have abnormalities and flown to New Providence for further evaluation, Bahamas Cancer Society Administrator Terry San...
Colon cancer -- the disease that is almost 100 percent avoidable
Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the third most common in The Bahamas behind breast cancer and prostate cancer.
Breast Cancer Survivor Detests Diagnosis Denial
Breast Cancer Survivor Detests Diagnosis Denial
A cancer diagnosis has the power to put many people in a state of fear and constant worry. Persons sometimes try to hide the physical symptoms that accompany the disease, conceal their diagnosis from family and friends, and go as far as opting out of suggested treatments and surgeries.