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Thursday, May 16, 2013  A high school senior project turned into much more than that in Glen Lake tonight. A community came together in a friendly competition of "Futbol vs Football" to raise money for Breast Cancer Research.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The controversy over Angelina Jolie's announcement this week about having her double mastectomy after learning that she could be at an 87-percent higher risk for developing breast cancer, has sparked questions on how she made her drastic decision to undergo surgery.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Once the girl with the Billy Bob tattoo, Jolie now inspires with mastectomy revelation

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Actress Angelina Jolie says she underwent a double mastectomy earlier this year after learning she carries a gene that gives her an 87 percent chance of getting breast cancer.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  A new minimally invasive procedure at Munson Medical Center is allowing surgeons to use video cameras and scopes to remove lung cancer and send patients home sooner.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The governor's decision would hinge on whether the bill includes provisions enabling the governor to suspend the program if the federal government decides to prosecute state employees who administer it.

Friday, April 05, 2013  Ebert was not just a critic to filmmakers, but a part of Hollywood itself

Saturday, March 16, 2013  It was a head shaving show in downtown Traverse City Saturday where dozens of people buzzed their heads to support a great cause.

Friday, March 08, 2013  March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and a Genesee County-based hospital is offering screening kits for those at increased risk for the disease.

Monday, March 04, 2013  Sisters Nicole and Kaitlin Harrington are selling scarves to help cover the medical costs that are accumulating with their mom's fight with breast cancer.

Friday, March 01, 2013  It's one of the deadliest cancers for both men and women but it's also a cancer that is easily prevented.  March is colon cancer awareness month and 7&4's Melissa Smith sat down with Dr. Rex Antinozzi, a gastroenterologist about why early detection is key and how to beat the disease.

Saturday, February 23, 2013  Northern Michigan dance crews will be dancing for a cause tonight to benefit the American Cancer Society.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  Charlevoix and East Jordan Middle Schools are playing tonight to help raise money to support teachers battling the disease.

Monday, February 11, 2013  What would you do if you had an inoperable brain tumor and doctors said there wasn't anything they could do for you? A Northern Michigan man was dealt that news 4 months ago, but refuses to accept defeat.

Monday, February 11, 2013  The Relay for Life-Grand Traverse County kicks off in June but now is the time for teams to start coming together and fundraising for the 24-hour cancer walk.  The Relay will take place June 8th and 9th at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  This year's fundraising goal is: $95,000 with a goal of 60 teams.  Relay organizers say right now they have about 25 teams set up.