SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE

Thousands turn out to fight breast cancer

More than 19,000 people converged on downtown Miami early Saturday to raise money -- and awareness -- for the fight against breast cancer.

The sunny fall morning marked the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Breast cancer survivors' stories share common link of lessons learned

Marsha Wheatley had her second wedding all planned: a sunset ceremony on a Key West beach, a colorful sun dress to reflect the mood, a weekend stay at a romantic bed and breakfast. But as she dressed for the ceremony, she felt a lump on her left breast.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Three women who have have made it their mission to battle breast cancer

One spends Saturdays looking for women who need mammograms. Another raises cash during time off from school, while another guides and comforts patients through a scary time. According to the American Cancer Society, about 40,600 women and about 440 men will die from breast cancer this year. These three determined Miami-Dade ladies have made it their mission to shrink those numbers by easing access to medical care, guiding patients through treatment and raising money to fight the disease.

YOUR HEALTH

Breast cancer checklist: 20 ways to protect yourself

While you can't control your genes, there are powerful steps you can take to protect yourself. But experts say there's a lot of confusion about what really matters.