When it comes to school fundraisers for breast cancer, Primrose Schools are proving you’re never too young to make a difference. Through Go Pink for the Cure, campuses are transforming lemonade stands, pumpkins and hallway handprints into powerful fundraising tools. The post Little Hands, Big Impact appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Genomic testing can help personalize your breast cancer treatment plan by helping map a path ahead. When navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, it can feel like approaching one fork in the road after another. What treatments will I need? Will I need chemotherapy? What is right for me? Genomic testing, which could also be called […] The post Mapping Your Path: How Genomic Testing Can Personalize Your Breast Cancer Treatment Plan appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
When science prescribes a person, not a pill By Paula Schneider, Honorary Vice Chair, Susan G. Komen Looking back on my breast cancer treatment, I can’t tell you the names of half my doctors. After all, the average cancer patient works with an average of 15 different physicians and more than 90 additional health care […] The post Sometimes the Best Medicine Isn’t Medicine at All appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
“Breast cancer? I don’t need to worry about that right now. I’m too young.” If you’re in your 20s, 30s or even 40s, this might be your thought process. You might think, “I don’t need to worry about breast cancer right now. That’s for later, when I’m older.” Unfortunately, you’d be wrong. Breast cancer can […] The post You’re Not Too Young, Bestie: Know Your Risk appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Since 2021, Avocados From Mexico has partnered with Komen to support breast cancer awareness. They believe everyone should aim to eat ‘good’ fats – avocados have good fats and almost 20 vitamins and minerals that support a healthy lifestyle. Patricia Johnson is a longtime wellness advocate at her company and healthy living, including eating healthy […] The post Hiking Through Breast Cancer and Beyond appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
In 2020, just as everyone was trying to come to terms with the COVID-19 pandemic, Karri Banovitz learned she had breast cancer. This is her story in her own words. Finding a Lump In April, I felt a lump in my breast. I was already scheduled to have my mammogram, so I didn’t think […] The post Breast Cancer Made Me Stronger appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Seven years after finishing treatment for stage 2 breast cancer, Valarie was devastated to learn she had metastatic breast cancer. “While my diagnosis is not curable, I continue to fight every day," she said. The post Valarie’s Story: Continuing to Fight Every Day appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
As Sara was preparing to move across the country with her husband and young daughter, she received a breast cancer diagnosis. “Each chemo session I followed with movement – a hike to reclaim energy, a run to feel alive," Sara said. The post Breast Cancer Reshapes But Does Not Define Me appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer? Together, we can end breast cancer. The post This October, Help Us Make a Difference appeared first on Susan G. Komen®.| Susan G. Komen®
Since 2009, Bank of America has been a proud supporter of Komen,serving as the National Presenting Sponsor of the Komen 3-Day, Race for the Cure and MORE THANK PINK Walk events in the U.S. They also support Komen through their Pink Ribbon Banking Affinity products, which have raised more than $14 million to date.| Susan G. Komen®
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Tumor size is important to breast cancer staging. View the chart for tumor size categories.| Susan G. Komen®
The presence or absence of metastases is key to breast cancer staging. Learn more here.| Susan G. Komen®
Sometimes breast cancer spreads to the lymph nodes in the underarm area. Learn how lymph node status affects prognosis and treatment.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how to read your pathology report after you've completed neoadjuvant therapy for breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Sometimes breast cancer spreads to the lymph nodes in the underarm area. Learn how lymph node status affects prognosis and treatment.| Susan G. Komen®
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The Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) Scoring System is a proposed set of common diagnostic criteria designed for health care providers to identify IBC. It is being developed to increase diagnostic accuracy, guide treatment decisions and inclusion in clinical trials, and aid basic research. How to Use this Tool Step 1 Learn about the IBC Scoring […]| Susan G. Komen®
Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is an aggressive form of locally advanced breast cancer. Learn about IBC, the warning signs, diagnosis, treatment and more.| Susan G. Komen®
In 1994, Ginny Mason learned she had inflammatory breast cancer. It's a rare, aggressive and difficult to diagnose and treat form of the disease. Ginny was told the prognosis was dire. Now, 27 years later, she's a great-grandmother who is passionate about advocating for others.| Susan G. Komen®
Susan G. Komen, IBCRF, and the Milburn Foundation is committed to accelerating Inflammatory Breast Cancer research and improving care and outcomes for people with IBC.| Susan G. Komen®
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Learning about treatment and other parts of metastatic breast cancer care may help you feel better prepared to face the challenges ahead. Learn more here.| Susan G. Komen®
HER2-Targeted Therapies for Metastatic Breast Cancer Watch our June 2024 MBC Impact Series, Metastatic HER2-Positive Breast Cancer. HER2 and metastatic breast cancer The HER2 protein is an important driver of cell growth and survival. A pathologist determines HER2 status by testing a sample of the metastatic tumor (from a biopsy of the metastases). Learn more […]| Susan G. Komen®
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Every great team has a mascot. When you join ShareForCures (SFC), you get one, too. Meet the SFC unicorn, Hope and learn more.| Susan G. Komen®
While yearly mammograms are considered a normal routine for women over the age of 40, other women may still need one. Here's 5 reasons why.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how HER2-positive breast cancer has become one of the most treatable forms of breast cancer, with targeted therapies transforming care.| Susan G. Komen®
Susan G. Komen® is marking a significant milestone in the effort to improve care and outcomes for people facing IBC.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how exercise helps Linda cope with metastatic breast cancer. She shares how movement alleviates fatigue, eases pain and improves her well-being.| Susan G. Komen®
Komen patient navigator Elizabeth Chavez shares how she and her team of navigators in Komen’s Patient Care Center work to reduce the financial barriers to care within the breast cancer community.| Susan G. Komen®
In this next installment of Breast Cancer Breakthroughs, we share some of the biggest research findings and highlights from the 2025 ASCO meeting.| Susan G. Komen®
Recently diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) or know someone who was? This blog helps you understand what TNBC is.| Susan G. Komen®
When Tennille was first diagnosed with breast cancer, she had no idea it could have been connected to her grandfather’s prostate cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
When choosing a doctor for your breast cancer treatment, use the sources listed below can help you make an informed decision.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how to find a hospital near you that specialize in breast cancer treatments. Find tips on choosing a hospital for your breast cancer treatment.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about emerging areas in the treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). DCIS is a non-invasive breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about treatment and prognosis for early breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
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After learning she had breast cancer, Jennifer pushed for genetic testing, which revealed she carries the CHEK2 gene mutation.| Susan G. Komen®
Nothing prepared Suzy for a metastatic (stage 4) breast diagnosis. "I'm learning to live in the in-between."| Susan G. Komen®
ShareForCures Alliance welcomes For the Breast of Us-the first-ever, inclusive online community for women of color affected by breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important for breast cancer survivors. Some healthy behaviors may lower the risk of breast cancer recurrence and improve survival.| Susan G. Komen®
Find references for breast cancer risk factors and risk reduction.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how rates of breast cancer in the U.S. vary by race and ethnicity. White women and Black women have the highest rates of breast cancer overall.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how living a healthy lifestyle may lower your risk of different types of cancer (including breast cancer) and other health conditions.| Susan G. Komen®
Women who get regular exercise (physical activity) have a lower risk of breast cancer than women who are inactive. Learn more.| Susan G. Komen®
Women with hyperplasia have an increased risk of breast cancer. Atypical hyperplasia is linked to a higher risk of breast cancer than usual hyperplasia is.| Susan G. Komen®
Age is an established risk factor for breast cancer. Getting older increases the risk of breast cancer in women and men. Learn more.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about factors that may be linked to breast cancer and what to do if you’re at higher risk.| Susan G. Komen®
Is there a connection between exercise and breast cancer risk? Review the effects of physical activity on breast cancer patients.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn what to expect when you get a mammogram. Find information for women who have breast implants, are pregnant or have a physical disability.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about benign breast disease (BBD), including cysts and fibroadenomas. Some benign breast conditions increase breast cancer risk and others do not.| Susan G. Komen®
Beginning September 10, 2024, all mammography centers across the U.S. will be required to notify women about their breast density after having a mammogram. Studies reveal that many people are unaware that having dense breasts can increase their risk of breast cancer and most are unaware of what to do if they are told they have dense breasts.| Susan G. Komen®
Immunotherapy is becoming a more prominent option for people with breast cancer, especially those with certain subtypes of breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Your pathology report contains the information that describes your breast cancer diagnosis.| Susan G. Komen®
Find information and resources on financial assistance and support if you have breast cancer and are in need of help.| Susan G. Komen®
DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) is a non-invasive breast cancer. Learn about treatment for DCIS.| Susan G. Komen®
Margins help show if all of the tumor was removed. Learn how surgical margins are checked and what this means for your breast cancer treatment.| Susan G. Komen®
Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is ER-negative, PR-negative and HER2-negative. Learn how common TNBC is, who is likely to get it and ways to treat it.| Susan G. Komen®
Meet the newest members of Susan G. Komen’s Scientific Advisory Board and Advocates in Science Steering Committee.| Susan G. Komen®
Women with dense breast tissue are more likely to get breast cancer than women with fatty breasts. See mammogram images and learn more.| Susan G. Komen®
Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer Watch our Mission Moment webinar, Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer. Read our fact sheet on invasive lobular breast cancer. What is invasive lobular breast cancer? Invasive lobular cancer or infiltrating lobular carcinoma (ILC) is invasive breast cancer that begins in the lobules of the breast. The lobules are small, round sacs in […]| Susan G. Komen®
Understanding the difference between absolute risk, lifetime risk and relative risk can help you understand your risk of breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about the different types of research studies. Review the differences between observational studies and randomized controlled trials.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how to read the research tables on this website. Understand the formatting of scientific studies so you can get the most out of the data.| Susan G. Komen®
The quality of a screening test is described in terms of sensitivity, and specificity. Click here to learn how that is measured| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about findings on a mammogram including dense breast tissue and calcifications.| Susan G. Komen®
This section discusses standard breast cancer screening tests and breast cancer screening recommendations. Learn more.| Susan G. Komen®
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Debricca's treatment for breast cancer was not without challenges. When she completed treatment, she was able to focus on healing.| Susan G. Komen®
Click here to find citations for facts and statistics about breast cancer treatments.| Susan G. Komen®
Breast cancer treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all. Personalized care is tailored to you. Learn more about tailored plans and treatment.| Susan G. Komen®
Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the entire breast. There are 2 main types of mastectomy: total (simple) and modified radical. Learn more.| 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®
After COVID-19 led to the cancelation of her local Race for the Cure, Emily Nomberg found a new way to give back in honor of her mom's legacy through Komen's DIY Fundraising.| Susan G. Komen®
Find out about the accuracy of mammograms.| Susan G. Komen®
Read the research about mammography screening for breast cancer in women ages: 40-49.| Susan G. Komen®
An overview of breast cancer information including statistics, risk factors, screening, diagnosis, treatment, metastatic breast cancer, and survivorship.| Susan G. Komen®
Breast reconstruction can help restore the look and feel of the breast after a mastectomy. Discover different types of breast reconstruction here.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn how a family history of breast, ovarian or prostate cancer is linked to an increased risk of breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Learn about male breast cancer. Review statistics, warning signs, risk factors and types of breast cancer in men.| Susan G. Komen®
This section discusses the management of pain related to breast cancer treatment - when and how should you treat it? Learn more here.| Susan G. Komen®
Find out who’s at higher risk of developing breast cancer and learn about special breast cancer screening recommendations for women at higher risk.| Susan G. Komen®
Find breast cancer screening recommendations for women at average risk.| Susan G. Komen®
Click here to find citations for facts and statistics about screening and early detection of breast cancer.| Susan G. Komen®
Our breast cancer education materials have a wealth of knowledge to assist you in understanding breast cancer. Learn more here.| Susan G. Komen®
Susan G. Komen's Patient Care Center is your trusted, go-to source for timely, accurate breast health and breast cancer information, services and resources. Call 1-877 GO KOMEN or email helpline@komen.org to get started.| Susan G. Komen®
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Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions and your care. Learn more here.| Susan G. Komen®
It’s important to get a follow-up after an abnormal mammogram. Learn about the types of follow-up tests, when a biopsy is needed, and more.| Susan G. Komen®
Questions You May Want to Ask Your Health Care Provider – Breast Cancer Diagnosis If you need a breast biopsy Find questions you may want to ask your health care provider before getting a breast biopsy. If you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer If the diagnosis is metastatic breast cancer Find questions you may want […]| Susan G. Komen®
Breast cancer prognostic factors that affect survival and help guide treatment include: lymph node status, tumor size, estrogen receptor status, and more.| Susan G. Komen®
Core needle biopsy uses a hollow needle to remove samples of tissue from the breast. It's the standard and preferred way to diagnose breast cancer.| 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®
Susan G. Komen helps people with any stage of breast cancer. Find and participate in breast cancer clinical trials, including trials supported by Komen.| Susan G. Komen®
CDK4/6 Inhibitors for Metastatic Breast Cancer CDK4 and CDK6 are enzymes important in cell division. CDK4/6 inhibitors are drugs designed to interrupt the growth of cancer cells. CDK4/6 inhibitors are used in combination with hormone therapy to treat some hormone receptor-positive breast cancers. The CDK4/6 inhibitors FDA-approved for metastatic breast cancer treatment are: Drug name […]| Susan G. Komen®
Find information for breast cancer patients on clinical trials. Learn about joining a clinical trial and find questions to ask your doctor about clinical trials.| Susan G. Komen®
Hormone Therapy for Metastatic Breast Cancer Watch Susan G. Komen®’s January 2024 MBC Impact Series, Metastatic Breast Cancer and Estrogen Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer. What is hormone therapy? Estrogen and progesterone are female hormones produced in the body. Some breast cancer cells need estrogen and/or progesterone to grow. When these hormones attach to special proteins called […]| Susan G. Komen®