The two biggest battles of her life

Article Abstract:

The experiences of Heidi Heitkamp during her diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer and her bid to become Democratic governor of North Dakota are described. Her decision to continue campaigning and her attitude towards her cancer are explored.

Surgery, Women politicians, Political campaigns, North Dakota, Mastectomy, Breast, Gubernatorial candidates, Breast surgery

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The new survivors

Article Abstract:

Issues relating to breast cancer are presented. Breast cancer is the leading cause of deaths in women aged between 20 and 39 and is considered to be particularly lethal in the young, since cancer cells grow more quickly before menopause.

Psychological aspects, Cancer, Breast diseases

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Reading, writing and body appreciation

Article Abstract:

The Harvard Eating Disorders Center in Boston has developed a positive body image programme for girls in seventh grade which aims to show the importance of appreciating and loving ones-self to avoid future eating problems.

Services, Prevention, Eating disorders, Girls, Seventh grade (Education), Harvard Eating Disorders Center, Boston

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