http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines RSS Feed for WTVY - BuddyCheck4 - Headlines en-us Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:34:10 GMT 2013-04-05T14:34:10Z en-us http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/50-Facts-about--201620511.html 50 Facts about Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:34:10 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/50-Facts-about--201620511.html 2013-04-05T14:34:10Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Oral-Head-and-Neck-Cancer-Awareness-Week-201619941.html YOU can start your own OHANCAW in your hometown! Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week® (OHANCAW®) is a weeklong series of events that aim to educate the public about these potentially life-threatening but eminently treatable cancers and to promote prevention, screening and early detection. OHANCAW is highlighted by the free screenings and related activities held at participating medical centers across the country. The screenings are quick, painless, and designed to advance early diagnosis, which can lead to better outcomes. OHANCAW is sponsored by the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance (HNCA). Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:31:13 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Oral-Head-and-Neck-Cancer-Awareness-Week-201619941.html 2013-04-05T14:31:13Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Cervical_Cancer_136687793.html Cervical cancer is the third most common type of cancer in women worldwide and is many times caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:57:21 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Cervical_Cancer_136687793.html 2012-01-04T20:57:21Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Technology_Upgrades_Improve_Brain_Cancer_Treatment_Options_135040093.html New technology has made it's way to the Wiregrass and will now give treatment options to patients with inoperable brain tumors. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:35:15 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Technology_Upgrades_Improve_Brain_Cancer_Treatment_Options_135040093.html 2011-12-05T18:35:15Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Local_Sisters_Promote_Genetic_Testing_for_Cancer_within_Families__131065348.html Most cancers occur by chance, however, in some families there are more occurrences of cancer than by chance alone. Sisters, Lynn Cole and Terry Brewer have been directly affected and are now educating the community about the importance of genetic testing. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:22:23 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Local_Sisters_Promote_Genetic_Testing_for_Cancer_within_Families__131065348.html 2011-10-04T18:22:23Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Partnership_with_SAMC_and_UAB_Provides_Enhanced_Patient_Care_126777743.html A new partnership with Southeast Alabama Medical Center and the University of Alabama Birmingham is helping cancer patients in the Wiregrass in more ways than one. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:12:57 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Partnership_with_SAMC_and_UAB_Provides_Enhanced_Patient_Care_126777743.html 2011-08-04T17:12:57Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Technology_Helps_Diagnose_Treat_and_Cure_Cancer_125132929.html When it comes to detecting and diagnosing cancer, technology is constantly improving. Many times a cancer diagnosis is confirmed through advanced imaging technology. These techniques are also used to help guide physicians in devising strategic plans to attack the cancer. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 11:19:33 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/Technology_Helps_Diagnose_Treat_and_Cure_Cancer_125132929.html 2011-07-07T11:19:33Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Drug_May_Prevent_Breast_Cancer_123266238.html Doctors may have a new way to prevent breast cancer in some patients. Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:14:26 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Drug_May_Prevent_Breast_Cancer_123266238.html 2011-06-06T21:14:26Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Support_Group_for_Young_Women_Diagnosed_with_Breast_Cancer_123104713.html Breast cancer can strike anyone at any age, and finding the right support group can bring strength and friendship during diagnosis, treatment and recovery Fri, 03 Jun 2011 16:01:26 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/New_Support_Group_for_Young_Women_Diagnosed_with_Breast_Cancer_123104713.html 2011-06-03T16:01:26Z http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/One_Year_Anniversary_of_Cancer_Awareness_Program_Buddy_Check_4_121621304.html In May 2010, a program debuted here in the Wiregrass to help remind the community to do their monthly cancer checks. One year later, the program continues to bring awareness and is helping to save lives. Wed, 11 May 2011 08:52:03 GMT http://www.wtvy.com/buddycheck4/headlines/One_Year_Anniversary_of_Cancer_Awareness_Program_Buddy_Check_4_121621304.html 2011-05-11T08:52:03Z