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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.”
Kathy’s husband, Lee, was first diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. Seven years later, they learned Lee’s cancer had returned and metastasized (spread). “Lee was a beacon of hope through his unwavering optimism and commitment to finding a cure,” said Kathy.
In October 2024, Mellissa received a call that would change her life: She had breast cancer. “What made my journey even more significant was my family history,” she said. “Cancer runs deep in my family.”
Just after her 40th birthday, Katie received a life-changing diagnosis discovered after her first mammogram: stage 1 triple-negative multifocal invasive ductal carcinoma, along with areas of ductal carcinoma in situ. The news was a devastating shock. But from her very first appointment, Katie stepped into the role of her own advocate – asking tough questions, voicing concerns and making sure she was heard every step of the way.
Jinny was devastated to learn she had breast cancer. “The word ‘cancer’ just breast your heart,” she said. “I have no family history. Recovery hasn’t been easy, but I’ve pushed through every challenge.”
In January 2024, Jennifer was watching an old episode of “Beverly Hills, 90210” when something caught her attention. “In the episode, Brenda Walsh found a lump during a breast self-exam. And over the next several days, I couldn’t stop thinking about it,” Jennifer recalled.
When Beth Fitzgerald and Dan Morneau decided to host a breast cancer fundraiser, they turned to pickleball – a sport known for its accessibility and fun. Through Komen’s Pickleball for the Cure fundraising platform, they united their community for an unforgettable event that raised more than $18,000 to support breast cancer research and awareness.
Walgreens pharmacists can be an important part of a breast cancer patient’s care team, helping to empower patients by providing counseling and education for patients on specialty medications and support medications, as well as helping address concerns with insurance, prior authorizations, copays and drug costs.
In May 2024, Heather learned she had early-stage breast cancer. She has volunteered to be a part of three research studies. “Hopefully I’ll help other women with breast cancer,” she said.
By Paula Schneider, President & CEO, Susan G. Komen When you’re diagnosed with cancer, it’s not only a matter of, “Will I survive?” For countless low-income breast cancer patients, it’s a question of “Can I afford to feed my family, pay rent and save my own life—all at the same time?” In the U.S., breast […]
By Catherine Olivieri, senior vice president of human resources, Susan G. Komen “It’s a matter of trust,” as Billy Joel famously sings. Sounds simple enough, but that sentiment is also the complex root of creating a fearless work culture. Building culture and trust within an organization is year-round work. It’s not just a catchy tagline […]
Sharon Elmore-Anderson was preparing to have knee surgery when she suddenly started experiencing heart palpitations. She went to the emergency room, where tests identified enlarged lymph nodes. She scheduled a follow-up appointment with her doctor, who asked Sharon if she had any lumps in her breasts.
