Breast Cancer Awareness Month

When it comes to the fight against breast cancer, not all pinks are equal. As we become more aware of the “pinkwashing” of America, we know that buying something in a shade of pink isn't necessarily doing anything to help the fight against breast cancer -- and some products can actually hinder it. That's why, as we spend our October supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month, getting the word out and doing our individual best to fund the cause as we see fit, we need to make sure we're supporting the fight well. (And of course, looking good while doing it -- that's also nice.)

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here's a list of seven of the best charities most deserving of your support.

94.9 HOM is showing it's support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in several different ways.

Meditative hypnosis is one of the more popular classes offered at the Cancer Community Center in South Portland to help people deal with cancer treatments. Learn how it could help you or a loved one.

Cindy Avery is taking care business at Huggins Hospital in Wolfeboro, N.H. She's the imaging coordinator with a great sense of humor and will make you feel right at home even while you're having a mammogram.

94 9 HOM illuminated their Portland, Maine studios in pink to show their support for October Breast Cancer Awareness month. The studios were officially lit up on Monday night October 6th and will remain throughout the month. Here some pictures from inside and out.

While making straight-up donations is a great way to show your support, we've also found 10 ways you can use your purchasing power to promote the fight against breast cancer.

Cut out the sugar! That's the number 1 tip from Dr. Christine Maguire, DC to overcoming cancer naturally. Dr. Chris from Scarborough Family Chiropractic joined the Pink 94.9 HOM Morning Show to bring awareness to breast cancer.

Hearing the words "breast cancer" from a loved one might make you curious and afraid, but you'll want to avoid these insensitive remarks.

A new drug may extend the life of certain breast cancer patients up to 16 months longer.