LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- A new government task force has released new guidelines for mammograms, claiming that most women should start getting the test every two years starting at age 50 - instead of the previously recommended age of 40.
Following the announcement, breast cancer survivors in Hollywood are speaking out on the controversial topic.
Plus, find out what Sarah Palin had to say on the topic in an interview with Access' Maria Menounos!
more »LOS ANGELES, CALIF. -- Notable breast cancer survivors along with America's most acclaimed physicians, wellness experts and spiritual healers have joined together to share their advice in "Breast Cancer: The Path of Wellness & Healing," a groundbreaking new DVD.
Melissa Etheridge, Christina Applegate, Jaclyn Smith and Sheryl Crow are among those sharing their personal cancer stories in the DVD, proceeds of which benefit breast cancer charities.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Pink is the new black! Be chic and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by buying products that help raise money to prevent breast cancer and find a cure.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Plus, RPattz and KStew continue to stir the rumor pot! Stephanie Pratt thinks Queen Latifah should play her on the big screen. And, 'Man Men' go Muppets!
Your Daily Dispatch of Celebrity Shenanigans!
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Christina Applegate was radiant on the Emmy red carpet earlier this month, but it was just 18-months ago when the actress was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy.
And in a new interview with Access Hollywood's Laura Saltman, Christina shed new light on the decision that saved her life.
more »LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Paula Abdul may make an appearance after all on "So You Think You Can Dance?," her former boss, ex-"American Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe, Tweeted on Friday.
"I saw Paula @ the 'Power of Women' event yesterday. I asked her to come on SYTYCD again and she said she would. I hope she means it?" Nigel, a producer and judge on the show, Tweeted.
more »Merriam, KS -- Actors, musicians, and athletes have designed and autographed one-of-a-kind "I Love..." T-shirts to be auctioned off to benefit Christina Applegate's foundation, Right Action for Women, in support of Lee National Denim Day on October 2, one of the largest single day fundraisers for breast cancer in the nation.
Celebrities who have lent their support include Fergie, Apl.de.ap and Taboo of The Black Eyed Peas, the cast of ABC's "Desperate Housewives," Ashley Tisdale, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, Nick Swisher of the New York Yankees, Jennifer Morrison, Carrie Ann Inaba, Gabrielle Union, Fran Drescher, Tiffani Thiessen, Tim Daly, Access Hollywood's own Nancy O'Dell, and Melissa Gilbert.
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif. -- The rest of Laura Saltman's backstage and HBO after-party blog... after the jump!
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12:35 - And that's a wrap on Emmy's '09
12:15 - The stunning Mariska Hargitay arrives and is immediately accosted by Andre Leon Talley for a photo. At the same time Chevy Chase sneaks out of the party.
11:51 - Jane Krakowski arrives and chats with Kathy Griffin.
11:50 - 'New Moon' hottie Kellan Lutz arrives to the HBO party. He's yummy.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- I lost my virginity last night... it was my first time... as an on camera style correspondent for the Emmy awards. Surreal, but fun! Very, very very hot on the carpet under all those lights and everyone was sweating bullets. (Myself included!)
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