Sue learned she had breast cancer in 2003 and underwent a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. After treatment, she and her family started raising funds for Komen as a way to give back.
When Amanda learned she had breast cancer, she wasn’t prepared for how fast everything moved. “I was diagnosed at the end of October, by the second week of November I had my egg retrieval surgery and then a week after that, I began chemotherapy,” she said. “In three weeks, I did all of that.”
Keisha has found that her personal experiences with breast cancer have made her more compassionate at work – and more of an advocate for others. “I was 32 and that’s young for a breast cancer diagnosis,” Keisha said. “I tell people it’s just so important to know your body. You know your body best. If something doesn’t seem right, tell someone. Go to the doctor. It could be nothing, but it could be something.”
Mammograms remain the most effective screening tool today to find breast cancer in most women. They are the best way to find cancer early, when it is most treatable, and chances for survival are highest. And while the medical community agrees on the importance of screening mammograms, there are at least six different sets of guidelines today about when and how often women should be screened. […]
Breast and brain health have more in common when it comes to aging and menopause than you might think. Both are complex and affected by a mix of factors like aging, hormones, genetics and lifestyle. There is no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer, dementia or cognitive decline that impacts daily life, but understanding your risk can help you ask questions and take steps to support your health. Cognitive decline and dementia are not the same thing It is important to first address what is meant […]
Each year, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting offers new hope to the breast cancer community by showcasing the latest advances in breast cancer research and clinical care. Today, we are shining a spotlight on the top breast cancer clinical trials featured at ASCO. As researchers, health care professionals, advocates and patients from around the world gather in one place to network and discuss the latest breakthroughs, at the heart of these exciting advances are clinical trials. […]
Investing in the Future of Breast Cancer Research “At a time when federal funding for scientific research is increasingly limited and complicated, Komen’s investment is helping sustain critical momentum in the search for breakthroughs. Demand exceeds currently available government funding, creating growing challenges for scientists — particularly early-career investigators — whose groundbreaking ideas often face […]
Dina and Caleb were planning their wedding when everything changed: Dina learned she had stage 1 breast cancer. “I actually learned I had breast cancer the same day as my bridal shower,” Dina said. Suddenly, what should have been a happy time was filled with doctor visits and tests.
For years, Stephanie C. has lived by a simple motto: “If you can, you should.”
Since joining the Susan G. Komen 3-Day® in 2006, she has worked tirelessly to put those words into action year after year. Through her dedication, passion and the support of her community, Stephanie recently surpassed an incredible milestone: raising more than $500,000 to support the fight to end breast cancer.
One student. One mission. A conversation about breast health, community and showing up for the people you love. Yaleska is a junior studying biological sciences and global health at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill. When she heard about the Komen College Ambassador Program, she didn’t hesitate in signing up. This Women’s Health Month, we sat down with her to talk about what brought her here, what she’s learned and what she wants every young woman on her campus to know; read below, in her own words. Why did you sign up to become a Komen College Ambassador? After being scheduled for a mammogram, I realized that having breast cancer was possible at my young age. I wanted to make a difference in my campus by educating both men […]
At Deep Creek Golf Club in Punta Gorda, Fla., what began as a small women’s league event has grown into a beloved golf breast cancer fundraiser. The club’s annual Rally for the Cure event – organized through Komen’s Go Pink for the Cure sports fundraising program – brings the local golfing community together to raise funds to support Komen and the fight to end breast cancer.
Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive breast cancer that’s challenging to treat. Making up about 15-20% of all breast cancers, TNBC lacks three common tumor characteristics (biomarkers) that breast cancer treatments usually target: the estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR) and HER2 protein. Without these biomarkers, the cancer tests negative for all three, meaning it cannot be treated with standard hormonal therapies or HER2-targeted medications. Because TNBC tumors tend to recur (come back) within the first five years and with limited treatment options, it’s a high […]
