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		<title>The Pill</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
There have been some conflicting studies announced recently about the Birth Control Pill; one claiming that it does not increase the risk for breast cancer and then others that say the complete opposite. So who do you believe?

This Sept 2010 article (READ HERE) is quoted, &#8220;Last summer, in... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/the-pill">Read More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>There&#8217;s an app for that.</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
Let&#8217;s face it.  We all get busy and if our iCal doesn&#8217;t send us a reminder, there&#8217;s a good chance we&#8217;ll forget for months and months, only to remember while driving in commute traffic, which is not helpful.
It&#8217;s so important to do your monthly breast exams!!
And to schedule... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/theres-an-app-for-that">Read More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Breast Cancer by the Numbers Infographic</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Mia Toro
Pink Initiative has jumped on the infographic bandwagon with our very own Breast Cancer by the Numbers! Now, this isn&#8217;t just any infographic, this is the first of many opportunities for you to help spread awareness about Pink Initiative and breast cancer.
Pink Initiative will be sending along regular content for... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/breast-cancer-by-the-numbers">Read More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Parabens. The cause of breast cancer?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
I&#8217;ve been hearing more and more about Parabens lately.  Mostly reading statements of &#8220;paraben free&#8221; on my cosmetics and shampoo, which lead me to the questions&#8230;

What is a paraben? &#8220;Parabens are chemicals used as a preservative in a number of cosmetics and personal care products including deodorant,... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/parabens-the-cause-of-breast-cancer">Read More >></a>]]></description>
		<link>http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/parabens-the-cause-of-breast-cancer</link>
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		<title>I See Pink&#8230;do you?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Mia Toro
Happy Valentine&#8217;s Day! On a day filled with so much love &#38; lots of pink, we invite you to participate in our I See Pink campaign. This campaign allows Pink Initiative members, followers, fans, vendors and fellow breast cancer supporters an opportunity to spread awareness each time they ‘see... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/i-see-pink-do-you-3">Read More >></a>]]></description>
		<link>http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/i-see-pink-do-you-3</link>
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		<title>2 Possible Precursors to Breast Cancer</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
The question that we all want to know the answer to is, &#8220;What the heck is causing cancer?!&#8221;  There are hundreds of theories that are tirelessly being studied by very smart people who wear lab coats, so I&#8217;ll leave that to the pros.  However what I have read... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/2-possible-precursors-to-breast-cancer">Read More >></a>]]></description>
		<link>http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/2-possible-precursors-to-breast-cancer</link>
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		<title>New Year. New Job. Reflecting on my professional journey.</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Kelsie Guerriero
As I soak up the spirit of the holidays and anticipate all that’s ahead in the New Year, I think it’s also a nice time to reflect on the year that’s coming to a close.
In June my husband, Rejean, and I moved back to Boston so that he... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/new-year-new-job-reflecting-on-my-professional-journey">Read More >></a>]]></description>
		<link>http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/new-year-new-job-reflecting-on-my-professional-journey</link>
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		<title>The Mammogram Squeeze</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
Many women avoid their annual mammogram screening based on the fear of the unknown.  Here are 5 tips to help you understand what to expect:
1.  Setup a 6 month reminder.  Schedule your screening during an occasion that you&#8217;ll remember each year; birthday, new year, etc.
2. Wear something two-piece... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/the-mammogram-squeeze">Read More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Raising Hope</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Megan Clouse
The October issue of Better Homes &#38; Garden had a very nice feature titled Raising Hope, focusing on 6 innovations that are improving detection, treatment and quality of life.  Here&#8217;s just a snapshot of the article:
1.  Mammograms in 3-D: New and improved imaging that captures X-ray images from... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/raising-hope">Read More >></a>]]></description>
		<link>http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/raising-hope</link>
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		<title>And The Winner Is&#8230;</title>
		<description><![CDATA[by Mia Toro
On October 1st we kicked off an informative online relay contest for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month!  We are humbled by the number of people who helped us share breast cancer facts and information; spreading awareness and education to our online community.  Thank you!
And now, the moment you... <a href="http://www.pinkinitiative.org/blog/and-the-winner-is">Read More >></a>]]></description>
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