National Mammography Day : October 16, 2009

In 2009, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since its inception a quarter century ago, NBCAM has been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer issues and has evolved along with the national dialogue on breast cancer. Today, NBCAM recognizes that although many great strides have been made in breast cancer awareness and treatment, there remains much to be accomplished. As NBCAM celebrates its 25th anniversary, they remain dedicated to educating and empowering women to take charge of their own breast health by practicing regular self-breast exams to identify any changes, scheduling regular visits and annual mammograms with their healthcare provider, adhering to prescribed treatment and knowing the facts about recurrence.

The third Friday in October each year is National Mammography Day, first proclaimed by President Clinton in 1993. On this day, or throughout the month, women are encouraged to make a mammography appointment. In 2009, National Mammography Day will be celebrated on October 16.

	Ann Jillian : Good Housekeeping Magazine named Ann Jillian one of the most admired women of the world. Her prowess extends from the world's concert halls, to feature films and the Broadway stage. Ann has starred in over 25 TV movies and made hundreds of other TV appearances. Her television movie, The Ann Jillian Story, which recounted her victory over breast cancer, was the #1 film of the TV season; but more importantly, it delivered Ann's message about the hopeful side of breast cancer to its millions of viewers.
	Naomi Judd : Although she would modestly insist otherwise, there has never been anything simple or commonplace about Naomi Judd. Diagnosed in 1990 with a potentially life-threatening liver disease, Naomi faced the tragedy with trademark strength and optimism. Now she is a highly sought-after insprirational and motivational speaker who translates faith and values, medical knowledge, humor, common sense and belief in the mind-body-spirit connection into a powerful and unforgettable message.
	Mary LoVerde : A dynamic international speaker, consultant and author, Mary LoVerde is President of Life Balance, Inc., a company devoted to spreading the message of finding balance through connection. A contributor to the best-selling inspirational collections, Chocolate for a Woman's Soul and Chocolate for a Woman's Heart, Mary has touched many readers with her stories. She presents a wealth of uplifting insights and innovative ideas for taking small steps in the right direction for a less stressful, more satisfying life.
	Betty Rollin : Betty Rollin is the author of the landmark best-seller, First You Cry, a moving memoir about her ordeal with breast cancer and mastectomy. In 2000, the book was re-published in honor of Betty's 25th "cancer anniversary." Betty, who gives what she calls "cheery cancer talks," is a speaker who brings intelligence, inspiration and humor to a subject that is on all women's minds.
	Sherry Waldrip : Breast cancer survivor Sherry Waldrip loves to stir her audience to an understanding that when cancer steals the song in their heart, friendship and laughter will sing it back to them. In an "intimate girlfriend-to-girlfriend fashion" she shares how her friends did that for her and incorporates fun, imaginative ideas she's learned from others while traveling and speaking. She motivates her audience to take an active role in their own health care and to encourage those they love to do the same.
	Marcia Wallace : Marcia Wallace, who currently gives voice to Mrs. Krabappel, Springfield's Elementary's beleaguered teacher on The Simpsons, successfully battled breast cancer in 1985. She frequently lectures on the emotional and clinical tribulations of fighting breast cancer, promoting early detection and low-cost mammography. She also speaks on the importance of humor and laughter when facing life's challenges. Marcia recently released her first book entitled, "Don't Look Back, We're Not Going That Way."
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