What is ShareForCures? ShareForCures® is a breast cancer research registry by Susan G. Komen, connecting researchers with information from people who have or had breast cancer. In three easy steps, from anywhere, you can join the research registry and connect your health information to be a part of diversifying data and thus, advancing research and […] The post Hope: The ShareForCures Unicorn appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
With National Breast Cancer Awareness Month coming soon in October, you’ll likely see a lot more conversation and news coverage about getting screened or prioritizing your health. To better illustrate why mammograms are so important, below, you’ll find the top five reasons to get a mammogram. While yearly mammograms are considered a normal routine for […] The post Top 5 Reasons to Get a Mammogram appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Five years after completing her treatment for breast cancer, Linda Norman faced a new, life-changing diagnosis: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). As she navigated fatigue, joint pain and the emotional toll of her diagnosis, she found unexpected relief and strength through exercise. For Linda, exercise didn’t just help her body, it became a key part of managing her life with MBC. The post Linda’s Story: The Powerful Link Between Exercise and Metastatic Breast Cancer appeared first on Susan G...| Susan G. Komen®
Elizabeth Chavez, a patient navigator at Susan G. Komen’s Patient Care Center (PCC), shares how she and her team work to reduce the financial barriers to care within the breast cancer community. Read her story below. No one should have to choose between breast cancer treatment and paying their rent or buying groceries. As patient […] The post Through the Eyes of a Patient Navigator: Reducing Financial Barriers to Breast Cancer Care appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Two years ago, Jennifer learned she had stage 0 breast cancer. "My doctors assured me a simple lumpectomy would take care of it," she said. "But it didn't." Jennifer had to advocate for herself to get the treatment she wanted, which led to a second breast cancer diagnosis. The post Jennifer’s Breast Cancer Story: Trust Your Instincts appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
After Ann was diagnosed with breast cancer, she found herself surround by support when her colleagues rallied around her.| Susan G. Komen®
Debricca's treatment for breast cancer was not without challenges. When she completed treatment, she was able to focus on healing.| Susan G. Komen®
When Siana learned she had breast cancer, her world stopped. She was angry and scared, but realized she needed to focus on the positive.| Susan G. Komen®
At Susan G. Komen, our mission to end breast cancer is at the heart of everything we do. We’re excited to invite you to join us at upcoming events designed to bring you closer to the work we're doing every day to make a difference, so you can see your impact firsthand.| Susan G. Komen®
In a small, rural town in southern Minnesota, Cyndi spent her days as a wife, mother and high school English teacher. In 2018, after she tried everything to mitigate persistent rib pain, she had an appointment that set her on a path she never anticipated.| Susan G. Komen®