Video: Yoplait(R) and Celebrity Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk Emphasize Importance of Early Detection and Risk...( MINNEAPOLIS Sept. 15 /- One in ...),Health

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer within her lifetime; that's 12 percent of all women who will be personally impacted by the disease*. Since there are no cures for breast cancer, Yoplait(R) and celebrity breast cancer surgeon Dr. Kristi Funk are joining forces this September and October to educate women and men about the importance of reducing breast cancer risk, early detection and meaningful ways to support the cause. Founder of the Pink Lotus Breast Center in Beverly Hills, Dr. Funk has helped thousands of women through breast cancer treatment, including well-known celebrities like Sheryl Crow.

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"For many of my patients, breast cancer can be a scary topic, but it's so important that we talk about our risks and learn ways we can reduce the chances of getting this disease," commented Dr. Funk. "Early detection is one of the most important things we can do to fight breast cancer, since there is no guaranteed way to prevent it. I'm thrilled to be teaming up with Yoplait to reach more women and men about the importance of early detection, risk reduction and the need for fundraising to support research to find a cure."

The collaboration underscores Yoplait's longstanding commitment to the fight against breast cancer through its Save Lids to Save Lives(R) program. For more than a decade, Yoplait has made it easy for people to contribute to the breast cancer cause by saving a
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