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Definition: Breast cancer is cancer that forms in tissues of the breast, usually the ducts (tubes that carry milk to the nipple) and lobules (glands that make milk). It occurs in both men and women, although male breast cancer is rare.
FACT: Estimated new cases and deaths from breast cancer in the United States in 2008:

New Cases: 182, 460 (female); 1,990 (male)
Deaths: 40, 480 (female); 450 (male)

Source: The National Cancer Institute

One of my favorite jewelery designers, Rachel Bravman of Rachel Leigh, is donating 50% of the proceeds from the "Audrey" bracelet to Susan G. Koemen for the Cure in honor of breast cancer awareness month. Audrey bracelets are $66 and come in several colors. Available here at Chick Downtown.