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10 News photojournalist shares story of breast cancer

6:38 PM, Apr 10, 2013

10 News photojournalist Angela Clooney is a breast cancer survivor. She urges others to be aware of their breast health and she credits great doctors and great friends for helping her through this difficult journey.

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Get movin' to lower your risk of breast cancer

1:41 PM, May 10, 2013

Studies have shown that physical activity can reduce a woman's risk of breast cancer. 

Task force recommends drugs for women with high breast cancer risk

1:40 PM, May 10, 2013

A government task force is out with new recommendations regarding the use of preventive medicines to lower the risk of breast cancer.

Younger women still getting mammograms

10:37 AM, May 10, 2013

Many groups, including the American Cancer Society, still recommend women start annual mammograms at age 40.

Researchers suggest aspirin slows breast cancer

10:24 AM, May 10, 2013

New research shows aspirin can slow the growth of breast cancer cells and reduce the size of tumors. 

Moderate drinking may increase breast cancer survival rates

2:57 PM, Apr 12, 2013

Drinking alcohol in moderation may not worsen a woman's odds of surviving breast cancer, a new study finds. In fact, alcohol may even help.

FDA approves Lymphoseek

1:43 PM, Apr 10, 2013

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug to help detect cancer cells in your lymph nodes. The drug Lymphoseek can be used in both breast cancer and melanoma patients. 

Balloon-type device cutting down breast cancer treatment time

11:04 AM, Apr 10, 2013

Early stage breast cancer can sometimes be treated with a week's worth of radiation versus the standard six to seven week treatment.

Florida Senate passes cancer treatments parity bill

9:20 PM, Apr 7, 2013

State Sen. Lizbeth Benacquisto makes an emotional appeal on behalf of legislation that would require insurance companies to charge the same price for IV and oral cancer drugs.

Locals sought in ACS nationwide cancer study

1:24 PM, Apr 3, 2013

The American Cancer Society is enrolling people here in the Bay area in a historic nationwide study about how genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors may cause or prevent cancer.

Lightning to host 13th Tampa Bay Fights Cancer Night

8:25 PM, Mar 12, 2013

The Tampa Bay Lightning, the Lightning Foundation, and The Yerrid Foundation will host more than 2,000 cancer survivors and those impacted by the disease.

Screening app has ladies blushing & laughing

6:20 PM, Mar 12, 2013

A new campaign to get women to check for signs of breast cancer has some blushing, others laughing, but it has a serious message. 

A quarter of breast cancer patients battle PTSD

5:35 PM, Mar 10, 2013

Nearly twenty five percent of newly diagnosed breast cancer patients experience some symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, including anxiety and difficulty sleeping.

Deadly breast cancers are rising in young women

6:19 PM, Feb 27, 2013

Trend is troublesome at a time when progress against cancer overall is being made.

FDA approves new targeted breast cancer drug

5:38 PM, Feb 22, 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says it has approved a new form of a best-selling breast cancer drug that targets tumor cells while sparing healthy ones.

Golfers Drive for a Cure at East Lake Woodlands

2:58 PM, Feb 19, 2013

Golfers got a chance to soak up the sunshine and tee it up for a good cause at East Lake Woodlands Country Club Tuesday. 

ACS hopes you'll help them find what causes & prevents cancer

2:09 PM, Feb 11, 2013

The American Cancer Society hopes a new study will help doctors understand what causes and prevents cancer.

Make plans to get muddy at Dirty Girl

7:43 PM, Jan 21, 2013

This event is coming up in just a few weeks and benefits the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

New device may detect side effect to cancer surgery

5:05 PM, Jan 10, 2013

A new device may help diagnose a common condition after having breast cancer surgery before it becomes a major problem.

Start new year with cancer fighting fruits

2:03 PM, Jan 10, 2013

Experts in oncology and cancer research are offering tips on some of the best cancer-fighting foods you can buy. They say the key is remembering your ABC's.

Patients turn to mushrooms for natural immune boost

1:54 PM, Jan 10, 2013

Breast cancer patients looking for a natural boost are turning to a mushroom as part of an investigative study.

Doctor: Cancer death decrease 'not enough'

1:42 PM, Jan 10, 2013

A new government report shows cancer deaths fell in the U.S. by an average of 1.8 percent in men and 1.4 percent in women, crediting a decrease in smoking and an increase in early detection measures.

Cops: Krystle Harrison arrested for biting boyfriend's penis after being refused sex

A 19-year-old high school student has been arrested after authorities say she bit her boyfriend's penis when he refused to have sex with her.

10:12 AM, May 20, 2013

Florida quietly shortened yellow light standards & lengths, resulting in more red light camera tickets for you

The 10 News Investigators discovered FDOT and local cities have been working together to shorten some of the yellow lights across the state, resulting in many more red-light camera tickets.

11:01 PM, May 19, 2013

10 News Investigators: Undercover sting finds problems with plumbing company

After complaints about a Tampa Bay plumbing company, we staged an undercover sting to confirm what customers were telling us.

7:20 AM, May 21, 2013

Homeowners beat, kick, taze home invasion suspect

A 19-year-old suspected burglar recovers after police said he was beaten, kicked and shot with a stun gun by victims defending their home.

10:19 AM, May 16, 2013

Seffner man Ervin Washington shot and killed in driveway, wife Emon Kellar charged with first degree murder

Hillsborough County Sheriff's detectives have charged the wife of 33-year-old Ervin Washington, who was found shot to death outside their home, with his murder.

2:59 PM, May 20, 2013

Woozy on wheels: Pedal pubs rolling out everywhere

On the list of things to do at a bachelor or bachelorette party, pedaling a bicycle-like device probably doesn't often come up.

9:59 AM, May 20, 2013

Changes coming to Tampa's skyline; 153 stories in the works

The skyline of Downtown Tampa is growing by 153 floors. 10 News has reviewed the plans that reveal a true transformation.

7:19 AM, May 20, 2013

Florida, nation await Zephyrhills Powerball winner

It was a single Quick Pick ticket sold on Saturday at a Publix in Zephyrhills that won the largest Powerball jackpot ever, according to Florida Lottery officials.

11:46 AM, May 20, 2013

Off-duty Lakeland cop arrested for battery

A Lakeland police officer has been charged with battery after authorities say he got into a road rage fight while off-duty.

10:49 PM, May 20, 2013

Internet mugshot sensation, Meagan Simmons a.k.a the attractive convict, sets record straight

Meagan Simmons, arrested for Driving Under the Influence in July of 2010, speaks to 10 News after her "hot" mugshot has gone viral over the internet. 

8:38 AM, Apr 9, 2013
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