Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, issued the following statement on the passage of critical breast imaging legislation in Wisconsin, SB 264 or Gail’s Law. Diagnostic and supplemental imaging are critical forms of breast cancer screening for some high-risk individuals and an important follow-up step in determining the need for a biopsy […]

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, issued the following statement on the passage of HB 1114, which prohibits the use of step therapy protocols for metastatic cancer patients. Step therapy, also referred to as “fail first,” requires a patient to first try a health plan preferred drug, have that […]

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the St. Louis Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, will convene breast cancer survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) and supporters at the St. Louis MORE THAN PINK Walk on Saturday, June 6 in a NEW LOCATION – […]

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Columbus Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, will convene breast cancer survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) and supporters at the Columbus Race for the Cure on Saturday, May 16. This impactful event unites our community and […]

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Chicago Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, will convene breast cancer survivors, those living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) and supporters at the Chicago Race for the Cure on Saturday, May 16. This impactful event unites our community and […]

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Senate Committee Passage, Urges Swift Floor Vote TOPEKA, KANSAS – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt for recently introducing legislation to ensure equitable access to required diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial barriers patients face in accessing needed breast cancer screening. […]

Congress Funded Key Cancer Detection, Research Programs in Bills to End Partial Government Shutdown WASHINGTON, DC – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends Congress for passing key funding bills for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) that contain provisions and funding critical to the breast cancer community. President Donald J. Trump has signed […]

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Bill Introduction, Urges Quick Passage Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Representative Lauren Matsuomto (R-Mililani) introducing legislation to ensure equitable access to required diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial barriers patients face in accessing needed breast cancer screening. The exorbitant out-of-pocket costs associated with […]

From oral hormone treatments to liquid biopsies to next-generation targeted therapies, Susan G. Komen® helps drive the science reshaping the future DALLAS – February 2, 2026 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today issued its 2026 Breast Cancer Progress Outlook. New data shows the U.S. breast cancer death rate has declined […]

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introduction; Urges Quick Passage TOPEKA – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Representative Linda Featherston (D-Overland Park) for introducing legislation that would prohibit the use of step therapy protocols for metastatic cancer patients. Studies have shown that as little as a four-week delay in treatment for metastatic […]

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Bill Introduction, Urges Quick Passage COLUMBIA – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization applauds Senator Tameika Isaac Devine (D-Richland) for joining Representative Sylleste Davis (R-Berkeley) in introducing legislation to ensure equitable access to required diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial barriers patients face in accessing needed […]

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Bill Introduction, Urges Quick Passage PROVIDENCE – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Senator Sam Zurier (D-Providence) and Representative Kathleen Fogarty (D-South Kingstown) for introducing legislation to ensure equitable access to required diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial barriers patients face in accessing needed breast […]