When it comes to breast cancer, there are some risk factors that you can’t control, such as your age and genetics. But there are other risk factors that are in your power to control.

Once a person is determined to have a malignant tumor or the diagnosis of breast cancer, tests are done to find out if cancer cells have spread within the breast or to other parts of the body.

Is dairy (milk) linked to a higher risk of breast cancer? The U.S. dietary guidelines recommend women consume 3 cups of dairy daily (note: cups of dairy include foods containing dairy).

Although it is rare, men can get breast cancer. Learn about symptoms of breast cancer in men and things that may increase your risk.

PUSHMATAHA COUNTY –– A woman was airlifted to a Texas hospital Monday morning, after a one-vehicle accident one miles east of N. 4350 Rd.

Kelicia Shelt on was crowned the 2023 Hugo Buffalo Football Homecoming Queen Friday night. More details from the coronation ceremony, as well as the game against the Heavener Wolves can be found on today’s Sports, pages 1B & 2B!

BOSWELL –– Choctaw Nation Lighthorse Police were dispatched to N. 4000 Rd.

Tim Loftin, of Hugo, was this week’s winner of the Hugo News Football Contest after choosing 15 out of 18 games correctly. Pictured, Loftin (left) collects the $50 weekly prize from Sammie Doane from Pruett’s Grocery, where he obtained his winning entry blank.

Hugo sophomore Quincy Shelton was named one of C4 Sports Performance & Fitness Week 5 top performers. C4 Sports Performance & Fitness is a training facility in Mead that works with athletes looking to get to the next level, as well as individuals who just want to improve their fitness.