Jean Campbell
Educator, writer, 2x breast cancer survivor
MY BLOGS
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No Boobs About It
http://www.noboobsaboutit.com/
This blog is about navigating breast cancer and getting on with life. It is about giving hope and reassurance to women and men who are newly diagnosed.
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Can Do Street Blog
http://www.candostreet.com/blog-parents
The Can Do Street Blog features information of interest to parents and teachers of children 3-7 years of age.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 848 )
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Keep Your Children Reading Over the Summer
What can you do to keep your children reading during summer vacation? There are so many things to do during the summer other than reading. Yet, every child need... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
A New Treatment Option for Young Women with Hormone-sensitive Breast Cancer
The National Cancer Institute published the following press release recently containing important information for young women with hormone-sensitive breast... Read more
Posted on 26 June 2014 HEALTH -
Food Handlers Cause Most Food Poisoning Cases
Eating out is supposed to be enjoyable. Yet, sometimes the food we eat in a restaurant makes us sick. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) stated, last week,... Read more
Posted on 21 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
The ASCO Green Lights 10 Years of Hormonal Therapy
In a recently update article in their publication the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the ASCO came out in support of extending the time a woman might... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2014 HEALTH -
Summer and Snakes
With summer comes the need to be aware of the places that snakes usually inhabit. The University of Alabama at Birmingham recently treated its first snakebite... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Most Breast Cancer Patients May Not Be Getting Enough Exercise
For Immediate Release: Physical activity after breast cancer diagnosis has been linked with prolonged survival and improved quality of life, but most... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2014 HEALTH -
Sugar Substitutes
Many of us use sugar substitutes on a regular basis. Which ones are the safest? The following is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) release on the status of... Read more
Posted on 09 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Breast Cancer and Osteoporosis Risk
Women who've been treated for breast cancer may be at increased risk for osteoporosis Read more
Posted on 08 June 2014 HEALTH -
Hiking with the Kids
Hiking is a great way to spend some quality time together as a family, and is a terrific form of exercise. Getting out in nature, and maybe leaving behind all... Read more
Posted on 03 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
The Changes Breast Cancer Brings
The biggest change a diagnosis of breast cancer brings is the loss of feeling in control of your life, your body, your future. All of a sudden we are casting... Read more
Posted on 02 June 2014 HEALTH -
USDA Fact Sheet:Healthy-Hunger Free Kids Act
USDA based the new school meal standards on independent, expert recommendations from the Institute of Medicine to ensure kids are being fed healthy food while... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Triple Negative More Common in Black Women
Earlier this month, an American Cancer Society press release reported that Triple Negative Breast Cancer is more likely to be diagnosed in black women,... Read more
Posted on 27 May 2014 HEALTH -
How Safe Are Laser Toys?
When operated unsafely, or without certain controls, the highly-concentrated light from lasers—even those in toys—can be dangerous, causing serious eye... Read more
Posted on 22 May 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
Breast Cancer and Domestic Abuse
Where do you go when you are diagnosed with breast cancer, and are dependent upon an abusive spouse or adult child for you care and financial support? Read more
Posted on 21 May 2014 HEALTH -
What to Expect When Your Child Joins a Team
Joining a team, especially for the first time, can be stressful for a kid. There will be so many new things to deal with. There might not be any kids on the tea... Read more
Posted on 16 May 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
The Know: BRCA Education Initiative
The Know: BRCA Education Initiative aims to build awareness about how BRCA gene mutations affect risk for breast and ovarian cancer. It was authorized by the... Read more
Posted on 15 May 2014 HEALTH -
Healthy Teeth, Healthy Smiles
Starting children with good dental habits from an early age will help them grow up with healthy teeth and smiles. Read more
Posted on 05 May 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
CDC Research on BC in Young Women
The Centers for Disease Control, CDC, works with public, non-profit, and private partners to address breast cancer in women by conducting research, convening th... Read more
Posted on 03 May 2014 HEALTH -
Turtles as Pets
According to the CDC turtles and other reptiles are risky pets. Read more
Posted on 28 April 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, SCHOOLING -
When Sharing About Breast Cancer…Identify, Don’t Compare
I don't remember much about my first breast cancer support group meeting 12 years ago. Read more
Posted on 27 April 2014 HEALTH