Cancer survivors educate women about breast density, impact on detection
The denser the breast, the harder it is to detect breast cancer with a mammogram alone.
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The denser the breast, the harder it is to detect breast cancer with a mammogram alone.
The CDC encourages women to get regular mammogram screenings after they turn 40, but too often, women are unable or unsure about getting screened.
The CDC encourages women to get regular mammogram screenings after they turn 40, but too often, women are unable or unsure about getting screened. Dr. Yvonne Karney, an OB/GYN from Crystal Lake talks more about the issue.
Founder Leslie Yerger and Director of Development and Public Relations Laura Matuszewski are working to empower women to make sure having dense breasts no longer hinders an early diagnosis of breast cancer. They discuss their mission as well as their upcoming walk this weekend.
Approximately 11% of women diagnosed with breast cancer are under the age of 40. The number continues to rise. According to a recent report from the American Cancer Society, that number keeps growing.
The Southwest Side high school is hosting the event in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The school's president, Carey Harrington, along with students and co-presidents of the Science National Honors Society, Brynn Peloquin, and Evie Skog, talk more about the event.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and a new survey reveals many adults don't know about problematic warning signs. CBS 2's Michael George reports on one woman's story and what she never expected.
"Programs like this, they save women's lives."
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - and we all know early detection is key. But one group wants women to know sometimes a mammogram isn't enough.
CBS 2's Audrina Bigos talked with a woman who works to educate and support women through the breast cancer treatment process.
It's been almost one year since a beloved teacher passed away from her battle with breast cancer.
Students at Hillcrest High School in Country Club Hills plan to create chalk murals outside the Advocate South Suburban Hospital.
"I think 'I Cancer-Vive' is one of those things that you can be able to watch, and you'll see yourself on that stage, and you'll have hope to become a better person," actress Nicole Reed said.
An Illinois police department is bringing awareness to breast cancer this month with a unique squad car design.
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
Singer, songwriter, and dancer Chris Brown was seen wearing a Greyce and Merci tee at his United Center concert last June.
Zach LaVine scored 32 points for Chicago, which had won two in a row. Coby White had 19 points and nine assists, and Ayo Dosunmu added 15 points.
Firefighters could be seen using a tower ladder truck to extinguish a fire in the back of a heavily damaged garbage truck.
This holiday season, there's a chance to shop local and to support diverse talent from all over the Chicago area.
This comes just days after a Democratic Party Caucus for Thornton Township resulted in Henyard being left out on the ballot for reelection in April.
The opponents take issue with Henyard fighting to stay on one ballot for Thornton Township supervisor, while supporting them getting thrown off another for Dolton municipal races.
The mayor and the City Council have until Dec. 31 to get a budget passed.
Jackson's letter urges the president to "weigh the balance of his life and the power of forgiveness" in considering Jesse Jackson Jr. for a full pardon.
Judge Reed O'Connor took issue with both a lack of judicial oversight and certain diversity requirements included in the deal's independent monitoring process.
Thomas Riolo said he is paying the price for an update to his report that shows damage to his vehicle for which he is not responsible. The damage in question happened before he even owned the car.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
On Monday, President-elect Trump specifically promised a 25% tariff on all products coming from Mexico and Canada—in addition to a 10% levy on Chinese goods.
So far, despite several requests, the woman has not been able to get a hold of her medical records to send to her new doctors.
Those in the industry who spoke to CBS News Chicago said their margins are already so slim that an increased liquor tax could drive business owners to close their doors.
The program should launch early next year.
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux City, Iowa.
Annesley Clark and Christine Corso were determined to say their vows before it was too late. So when Clark's nurses at Northwestern Medicine heard the couple's story, they jumped right into action.
Little Penelope Lo Destro's parents were about to start their family when there was a terrible diagnosis.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The company said the decision means temporary layoffs of 400 workers—more than half of its workforce.
A judge's overturning of Wisconsin's 13-year-old law that effectively ended collective bargaining for teachers and most state government employees has rekindled a battle over labor rights in a state where the first public sector unions were formed 65 years ago.
Prestige Feed Products makes food for pets, and for livestock such as pigs and cows.
While many scoured the internet to look for the best deals Monday, some prefer to shop in person and locally.
Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have scored a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under a 2011 state law.
Social media sleuths noticed that the house next door to the iconic "Home Alone" house in Winnetka is now up for sale.
Here are the top songs, artists, and albums streamed on Spotify in Chicago this year, according to communications agency Burson Global.
Hip-hop royalty Kendrick Lamar, on the heels of dropping his surprise album "GNX," announced Tuesday morning dates for his forthcoming Grand National Tour, which will include a summer stop in Chicago.
The classic rock band AC/DC is making a stop in Chicago during their upcoming "Power Up" stadium tour this spring. The tour marks the first time they've hit the road in nine years.
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.
CBS News Chicago chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest 7-day forecast.
A man who proudly wears his faith on his chest created a fashion line based on his belief that God makes all things possible. Queshaun "Que" Canty says his great loves in life are family, church, and fashion.
The man who shot and killed another man in Lincoln Park a week ago appeared at a detention hearing on Friday after turning himself in to authorities.
Candles cut through the darkness in Oak Park on Friday night as the community mourned together in a united effort to heal, one week after a police officer was killed in the line of duty.
Two police officers and a firefighter were injured Friday afternoon, when a garbage truck exploded after catching fire in northwest suburban Arlington Heights.
Reddins, 40, was shot and killed on Nov. 29 while confronting an armed man leaving a bank on Lake Street.
John Conway, 35, was charged Thursday night with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Alexander Nesteruk, 34, on Clark Street just south of Arlington Place just before 4 p.m. on Nov. 27.
Firefighters could be seen using a tower ladder truck to extinguish a fire in the back of a heavily damaged garbage truck.
An appeals court panel ruled the trial judge unlawfully barred Wyndham Lathem from speaking to his attorney during an overnight recess in the trial.
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
With thefts across the city at the worst levels in five years, retailers have high hopes for a crackdown on shoplifting by the county's top prosecutor.
So far, the employee, Jillian Desyatnyk, has won the first couple of rounds against the retail giant.
Why does so much of what gets tossed into those blue recycling bins end up in the trash? CBS News Chicago visited the city's largest recycling facility for some answers.
Eight people—four men and four women—were shot around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon in the house at 3511 W. 59th St. in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.
The $1,000 threshold to make retail theft a felony crime—which was set by O'Neill Burke's predecessor, Kim Foxx—will be dropping to $300, effective immediately.
Nick Martinelli scored 27 points, including seven in overtime, and Northwestern beat No. 19 Illinois 70-66.
Zach LaVine scored 32 points for Chicago, which had won two in a row. Coby White had 19 points and nine assists, and Ayo Dosunmu added 15 points.
Dosunmu had season highs in points, assists and rebounds in collecting the first triple-double of his four-year career.
he Ramblers advance to the second-round match on Friday at 5 p.m. to play Purdue.
Allen said there has been a lack of accountability from the previous coaches.
Jerell Thomas, 37, is being held on charges of first-degree murder, attempted murder of a peace officer, possession of a stolen firearm, and unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.
"Delay," "deny" and possibly "depose" were written on shell casings and bullets recovered at the scene of the shooting that killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Late Wednesday, no one was in custody.
Early Friday morning, police confirmed John Conway, 35, was charged with first-degree murder.
Reddins was shot and killed in the line of duty on Nov. 29. The shooting marked the first line-of-duty death for an Oak Park police officer since 1938.
