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Susan G. Komen® Strengthens Leadership with Strategic Appointments to Board of Directors

Leaders In Oncology, Finance and Technology Join Forces for Breast Cancer Advancement  Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced four new global leaders to serve on its Board of Directors. These appointments mark a significant milestone in the organization’s continued commitment to advancing breast cancer research, awareness and support. The newly […]

Legislation Would Expand Access to Vital Breast Cancer Screening for Californians  

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage SACRAMENTO – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends Senate President pro Tempore Emeritus Toni G. Atkins (D-San Diego) for working with Komen to expand eligibility for the Every Woman Counts (EWC) Program, providing increased access to vital breast and cervical cancer services. […]

House Committee Advances SCREENS For Cancer Act That Will Make Breast Health Services More Accessible

Susan G. Komen® Urges Quick Passage So Millions Can Get the Care They Need Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today commended members of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee for passing the Screening for Communities to Receive Early and Equitable Needed Services (SCREENS) for Cancer Act, an important step […]

Introduction of Breast Imaging Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of Kansans

Susan G. Komen® Commends Introduction of Bill Focused on Advancing Early Breast Cancer Detection Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends Representative Linda Featherston (D-Overland Park) and Representative Laura Williams (R-Lenexa) for working with Komen to eliminate financial barriers to earlier breast cancer detection by ensuring that everyone has equitable access to […]

FROM HACKATHON TO HEALING: BIG DATA SOLUTIONS TO BREAST CANCER CHALLENGES

When patients and scientists come together to fuel scientific discovery, advancements are possible in breast cancer research that can ultimately improve patient treatment and outcomes. Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, plays a pivotal role as a convenor of researchers and patient advocates who can work together, share ideas and utilize big […]

Legislation Introduced In Tennessee Would Increase Access to Treatments for Cancer Patients

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage NASHVILLE – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Representative Rebecca Alexander (R-Jonesborough) and Senator Bo Watson (R-Hixson) for introducing legislation that would prohibit the use of step therapy protocols for cancer patients. Studies have shown that delays of over 12 weeks for […]

Introduction of Breast Imaging Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of West Virginians

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage CHARLESTON – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends Delegate Anitra Hamilton (D-Monongalia) for working with Komen to eliminate financial barriers to earlier breast cancer detection by ensuring that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging. In 2024 alone, 1,690 […]

Introduction of Breast Imaging Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of Rhode Islanders

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage PROVIDENCE– Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends ​Senator Samuel D. Zurier (D-Providence) for working with Komen to eliminate financial barriers to earlier breast cancer detection by ensuring that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging. In Rhode Island more […]

Introduction of Breast Imaging Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of Nebraskans

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage LINCOLN – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Senator Tony Vargas (D- Omaha) for working with Komen to eliminate financial barriers to earlier breast cancer detection by ensuring that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging. In Nebraska, more […]

Bills Introduced in Oklahoma Would Increase Access To Genetic Testing

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introduction; Urges Quick Passage OKLAHOMA CITY – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Senator Brenda Stanley (R-Midwest City) and Representative Nicole Miller (R- Edmond) for introducing legislation that would eliminate financial barriers to clinically appropriate genetic testing, as well as the recommended screenings based on the […]

Introduction of Breast Imaging Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of Alaskans

Susan G. Komen® Commends Bill Introductions; Urges Quick Passage JUNEAU – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends Representative Zack Fields (D-Anchorage) for working with Komen to eliminate financial barriers to earlier breast cancer detection by ensuring that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging. In Alaska, more than […]

Removing Barriers: Susan G. Komen® Launches Stand for H.E.R – A Health Equity Revolution Impact Report

The report outlines the organization’s comprehensive approach for achieving breast health equity in the Black community. Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, has launched the Stand for H.E.R. – A Health Equity Revolution Breast Cancer Impact Report. This transformative report not only exposes the stark breast cancer health disparities faced by Black […]