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CTV News
4 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
Ottawa runners embrace the mess for a cause at Mud Girl Run race
Thousands of runners braving the dirt at the Mud Girl Run in Ottawa on July 27, 2025. (Camille Wilson/CTV News Ottawa) The Mud Girl Run took place in Ottawa this weekend, with thousands of women ranging from ages seven to 78 braving the dirt and grime. A five-kilometre walk or run welcomed women and girls of all fitness levels and physical abilities, collectively showing off their strength, ability and resilience through more than 18 muddy obstacles, inflatable slides and ropes courses. 'Push people to have a good time all together, especially girls... we decided to create one only for women, so they don't feel judged,' said Manon Marty, organizer of the Mud Girl Run. 'It's not a competition or anything. It's just gathering people, doing something fun, something empowering,' Jordan Appleby and Amanda Armstrong were having a mother-daughter day at the unique race. This is Armstrong's fourth year participating and Appleby's second. 'My mom's done it before, and I've always wanted to do it with her. This is our second year doing it together,' said Appleby. Facing obstacles, tight ropes and slides all while slipping and sliding through the mud, teamwork is a big part of the event. The women tested their limits while supporting an important cause, the fight against breast cancer. Since Mud Girl began, the event has contributed more than $400,000 to breast cancer organizations across North America and Europe. 'We both have a family friend who has breast cancer and has been fighting it, so doing it for her,' said Appleby. 'It's such a great cause,' says Armstrong. There's no time or obligation to complete all the obstacles, especially for those that don't favour the mud pits. 'I'm doing this with my daughter and our girlfriends and their daughters, just to show them that they are stronger than they give themselves credit for,' said participant Cat Janes. 'It's a really fun experience for anyone to do. Just having fun and supporting all the girls through this,' says Emmah Mckenny. 'I'm doing this for all women who have struggled with breast cancer and just for girls in general.' Mud Girl united with the Pink Army Foundation to amplify awareness, advance research and extend vital support to patients and survivors. The event's mission is to demonstrate that true resilience is built through life's toughest challenges and redefining what it means to be a fighter. 'I'm having so much fun. It's a blast' said Mckenny. At the end of the race, everyone receives a medal of participation, achievement and a sense of accomplishment before having a much-needed shower.
BBC News
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Women dressed as flamingos take on world record attempt
A group of women dressed as flamingos is attempting a world record while raising awareness of breast Great Flamingo Coast to Coast challenge has been submitted to Guinness World Records as an attempt for the Largest Group of Women Walking Coast to Coast Dressed as will see about 50 participants walk Cornwall's demanding terrain along the Saint's Way, crossing from the county's southern to northern coasts in a single at 07:00 BST in Fowey, the team are hopeful of reaching Padstow by sunset. The walk is in aid of the breast cancer awareness charity CoppaFeel! which honours those lost to breast cancer, supports friends and family undergoing treatment, and celebrates survivors."Our flamingo flock represents something powerful - standing out, being bold, and making noise about an issue that affects so many lives," said Claire Ray, the group's organiser. "We're not just attempting to break a world record in costume - we're doing it to save lives through awareness and to show that extraordinary things happen when people come together for an important cause."
Medical News Today
07-07-2025
- Health
- Medical News Today
Navigating sex after breast cancer
Breast cancer and its treatments do not stop someone from being able to have sex. However, taking a gradual approach, exploring alternatives, and practicing good communication may help a person feel more comfortable. Breast cancer and its treatments can affect a person physically and mentally. They do not stop someone from being able to have sex, but the person may have different feelings toward sex and intimacy after their diagnosis and the time to identify potential challenges and make changes to how they approach intimacy may help a person feel more comfortable with sex after breast cancer resourcesVisit our dedicated hub for more research-backed information and in-depth resources on breast challengesA 2022 review suggests that sexual challenges after breast cancer are very common. Below are some of the challenges that a person may encounter when engaging in intimacy after breast changesBreast cancer treatments can cause changes to a person's physical body and their body image. These changes can affect a person's quality of life and mental changes following breast cancer treatment, such as surgical scars and changes to the appearance of the breasts or a person's hair, can affect their self-esteem and sexual physical changes may relate to sexual activities themselves. For example, people may experience vaginal dryness due to breast cancer people may be able to undergo treatments to restore physical changes, such as breast reconstruction following a mastectomy. However, this can be a complex, time consuming process with its own risks and is not suitable for everyone. For some people, physical changes after breast cancer treatment may be irreversible. »Learn more:How can breast cancer and its treatment affect the body?Anne's story: Treatment effects'When I was making treatment decisions, the thought of losing breast sensation if I had a mastectomy was incredibly overwhelming, and definitely made an already complicated decision even more challenging, which certainly took its toll on my really made me think more about what my breasts meant to me in a way I hadn't before, and how treatment might affect how I felt about myself and how comfortable I felt with myself and my partner.'Emotional impactAll stages of breast cancer-related healthcare, from screening and diagnosis to treatment and remission, can have an emotional impact on a person. Some people may develop mental health disorders, such as depression or cancer's emotional impact can affect a person's feelings toward sex, which may cause a decrease in sexual 2024 study suggests that arousal disorders and decreased sexual desire are two of the most common sexual health symptoms people experience following breast cancer treatment. Factors such as changes in sexual function and sexual enjoyment may affect a person's libido. This may be due to the effects of chemotherapy and hormone side effectsBreast cancer treatments can cause a variety of other side effects, even long-term effects, that can affect a person's sex life. Examples include:fatigueearly menopausebone or joint painhot flashesskin symptoms, such as peeling or sensitivityurinary tract infectionsnauseaphantom breast painvaginal atrophy, which may cause discomfort during sexAccess to specialist helpEvery person's experience of sex and intimacy after breast cancer is unique. Treatments are available to help with many of the issues people may benefit from specialist healthcare professionals or services, such as sexual counselors, gynecologists, and menopause services. However, people may not have equal access to these options due to financial reasons or a lack of resources in the local the effects of breast cancer on sexSexual challenges and changes after breast cancer treatment can vary from person to person. Therefore, the best way to manage these changes may also following tips may be helpful when you feel ready to have sex again after breast cancer treatment:Prioritize communication: Talk with new or current partners about the challenges you face and what they can do to help you enjoy the sexual experience the a gradual approach: Avoid rushing back into sex if you do not feel ready. A gradual approach may boost intimacy and help you feel more alternatives: Penetrative vaginal sex is not the only way to enjoy intimacy. Explore other options that work for you. This could include kissing, cuddling, or sensual touches, such as sexual aids: Using sexual aids, such as vibrators, by yourself or with a partner may help boost arousal and sexual physical discomfort: Speak with a healthcare professional or explore ways to address physical pain during sex. This could involve using artificial lubrication or position physical changes: Take steps to feel more comfortable with any changes in your body. This could include positive affirmations or wearing lingerie during sexual activities to disguise areas you feel less happy from healthcare professionals is always available. A doctor or breast cancer specialist can help address the specific challenges someone to speak with a healthcare professionalPeople can speak with a healthcare professional if they experience any sexual challenges following breast cancer. This could be due to physical changes or the emotional effects of their can prescribe medical treatments to help people manage physical symptoms and treatment side effects. Mental health professionals can also help people work through individual or relationship may also find support and comfort by speaking with others with similar experiences. Below are some organizations that people can look at for more support:American Cancer Society CareTriple Negative Breast Cancer FoundationYoung Survival CoalitionPeople may also be able to find local support groups that they can meet with in story: Taking time to heal 'The process of accepting the changes that may happen to your body or your sense of self or comfort during intimacy takes time, and honestly is ever-evolving in many ways – letting yourself feel everything and giving yourself grace and space in this process is so helpful to healing through it.'How partners can offer supportThe charity Cancer Research UK suggests that people can offer support to partners with current or previous breast cancer in the following ways:talk openly and honestly with your partnerpractice active listeninggive your partner time and space to recover if this is what they needtouch or stroke any new scars or body changes, as long as this does not cause discomfort for your partnershow affection in other ways, such as kissing and nonsexual touchingspeak with a talk or sex therapist for help with any challengesPeople can continue communicating with their partner during sexual intimacy. This may include asking if it is okay to touch them somewhere or if something is every person's experience of sex after breast cancer is unique. Speaking with a partner about their needs, feelings, and symptoms can help someone provide the best support.»Learn more:How to show emotional supportAnne's story: The best help'The best help I got was just having someone listen and be open to hearing my fears about the impact treatment might have or how I was feeling in my body without necessarily trying to fix it or get me to feel okay about it all sooner than I was ready to.'Frequently asked questionsHow soon after breast cancer treatment can someone resume sexual activity?People should speak with their healthcare team about when it is safe to resume sexual activity during or after breast cancer may be able to have sex during treatment if they feel comfortable and ready to. However, they may need to use barrier method contraception, as certain treatment drugs may pass through vaginal is also important to avoid pregnancy when having sex during treatment, as treatments such as chemotherapy can cause serious developmental issues for a should speak with their healthcare team about when it is safe to resume sexual activity during or after breast cancer may be able to have sex during treatment if they feel comfortable and ready to. However, they may need to use barrier method contraception, as certain treatment drugs may pass through vaginal is also important to avoid pregnancy when having sex during treatment, as treatments such as chemotherapy can cause serious developmental issues for a people still experience sexual pleasure after breast cancer treatment?Yes, sexual pleasure is still possible after breast cancer treatment. Although it may not feel or look exactly the same as it did before can try new positions and techniques to achieve sexual pleasure if they experience any physical changes from breast cancer treatment. This may include exploring new erogenous zones, using lubrication, and prioritizing foreplay and emotional sexual pleasure is still possible after breast cancer treatment. Although it may not feel or look exactly the same as it did before can try new positions and techniques to achieve sexual pleasure if they experience any physical changes from breast cancer treatment. This may include exploring new erogenous zones, using lubrication, and prioritizing foreplay and emotional positions or techniques can make sex more comfortable after breast cancer treatment?The most comfortable position and technique for comfortable sex after breast cancer treatment may vary from person to example, if someone has sensitive or painful breasts following surgery, they may benefit from avoiding positions that place any pressure on their chest, which may involve lying on their back or someone experiences pain during sex after breast cancer treatment, they may feel more comfortable by spending more time on foreplay or trying sexual positions that do not allow such deep vaginal most comfortable position and technique for comfortable sex after breast cancer treatment may vary from person to example, if someone has sensitive or painful breasts following surgery, they may benefit from avoiding positions that place any pressure on their chest, which may involve lying on their back or someone experiences pain during sex after breast cancer treatment, they may feel more comfortable by spending more time on foreplay or trying sexual positions that do not allow such deep vaginal after breast cancer and its treatments may not look the same as it did before a diagnosis. However, people can still have enjoyable, satisfying sex lives after breast intimacy may feel easier if people prioritize communication, be open to alternatives, seek help for ongoing treatment side effects, and work to accept the changes their body has gone can always speak with a healthcare professional for help with physical symptoms and changes or with mental challenges that affect sex after breast cancer.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fans Moved by Islanders' Meaningful Gesture Toward Matthew Schaefer
Fans Moved by Islanders' Meaningful Gesture Toward Matthew Schaefer originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Islanders got their man in the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, as they used their No. 1 pick on defenseman Matthew Schaefer. It has been quite a ride to "The Show" for the 17-year-old Schaefer. Advertisement Back in December, he suffered a broken clavicle injury while representing Canada at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship in Ottawa. Months before, Schaefer lost his mother to breast cancer. It would have been a greater night for Schaefer if his mom were around to witness him become just the fifth defenseman taken first overall in the NHL draft since 2000. Matthew Schaefer is selected as the first overall pick by the Islanders in the first round of the 2025 NHL Lee-Imagn Images For their part, the Islanders put a pink ribbon on the jersey that was presented to Schaefer on the stage after the pick was announced. The pink ribbon symbolizes awareness for breast cancer, and its appearance on Schaefer's Isles uniform struck an emotional chord with fans. "#isles ensuring there was a hockey fights cancer ribbon on the sweater was a first class gesture," said a fan on X. Advertisement Another one said: "The #Isles not only put a cancer ribbon on Schaefer's jersey, but also embroidered the inside of his collar with his mother's initials 'JS'. Amazing touch. 💜' From an X user: "The #Isles putting a cancer ribbon on Schaefer's jersey was an incredible touch. There are a lot more than Islanders fans rooting for him already.' 'Man- that ribbon got me 🙏,' a social media user posted. Via a different commenter: 'The breast cancer ribbon on the sweater is an amazing touch by @NYIslanders.' Said another: 'Him kissing the breast cancer awareness ribbon broke my heart 💔 What a beautiful moment. 🥺' Advertisement Schaefer joins the Islanders, who missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the 2024-25 NHL season after going 35-35-12 for 82 points. Before New York took him as its first pick overall since John Tavares in 2009, Schaefer played for 17 games with the Erie Otters and gathered seven goals with 15 assists for 22 points. Related: Matthew Schaefer's Immediate Reaction to Being Drafted No. 1 Overall This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
BBC News
25-06-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Horsham woman campaigns for lobular breast cancer research
A woman who took part in a silent vigil outside Downing Street to raise awareness of a form of breast cancer says the amount of research into treatments for the disease is "very upsetting".Dr Susan Michaelis, who was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer in 2013, said research into the form of the disease is "just not being done" as she called for more work to study Michaelis, from Horsham in West Sussex, was one of 22 women to take part in the vigil in London on Tuesday, representing the 22 women who are diagnosed with the disease every Secretary Wes Streeting has agreed to meet Dr Michaelis, a Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said. Lobular breast cancer makes up 15% of all breast cancer cases, but campaigners say it is under-studied and rarely recognised due to rarely forming a lump in the same way as other breast differs from more common forms of breast cancer in that it begins in the milk-producing lobule glands, as opposed to 70-80% of breast Michaelis says the form of the disease has no specific treatment and is instead treated like other types of breast cancer, leading to poorer said: "We have worked so hard to get the government to hear our message." Dr Michaelis said her cancer was now incurable having being found in her spine and pelvis in added: "We are calling for research to get better outcomes because it doesn't have that at the moment."A documentary on Dr Michaelis' campaign to lobby the government for support, called the Lobular Moon Shot Project, also premiered in London on Tuesday following the campaign has the support of 365 MPs, according to its website, including Horsham MP John Milne, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey, former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt and Speaker Sir Lindsay Milne said: "This is really important. This has had massive cross party support and I am sure the government is getting the message." A Department for Health and Social Care spokesperson said it met with the Lobular Moon Shot Project and was "taking decisive action to tackle breast cancer head on".It added: "Our reforms to cancer care will see more than 100,000 people getting diagnosed faster with thousands more starting treatment within two months."
