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Susan G. Komen® Invests Nearly $11 Million to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Breast Cancer Research

Grants Drive Lifesaving Advances in Metastatic Research, Precision Medicine and Health Equity As Funding Challenges Grow DALLAS – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, announced today that it is awarding $10.8 million in new research grants that will help propel innovative science and deliver hope to those facing the disease. These research […]

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Wisconsin

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Bill Introductions, Urges Quick Passage MADISON, WISCONSIN – MAY 22, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R–Appleton) for introducing legislation to ensure that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial […]

Millions at Risk: Komen Speaks Out Against House Reconciliation Bill

Breast cancer patients could lose coverage, face delays in critical care DALLAS, TEXAS – May 22, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, is deeply troubled by passage of legislation by the House of Representatives which drastically cuts funding for federal health insurance programs and implements damaging reforms. The Congressional […]

Statement on Passage of Legislation Increasing Access to Treatments for Metastatic Cancer Patients in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND – MAY 21, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today issued the following statement on the passage of critical legislation that expands the prohibition of step therapy protocols for metastatic cancer patients to further include associated conditions caused by the side effects of the patient’s cancer treatment, SB […]

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Ohio

Susan G. Komen® Applauds Bill Introduction, Urges Quick Passage COLUMBUS, OHIO – MAY 21, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization commends Representatives Jean Schmidt (R-Loveland) and Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Township) for introducing legislation to ensure that everyone has equitable access to diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, by eliminating the financial […]

Statement on Passage of Critical Breast Imaging Legislation in Florida

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – MAY 21, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today issued the following statement on the passage of critical breast imaging legislation in Florida, SB 158. Diagnostic and supplemental imaging is a critical form of breast cancer screening for some high-risk individuals and an important step in determining […]

Purpose in Action: Susan G. Komen’s 2025 Impact Report on Progress and Urgent Needs in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

Supporters help drive breakthroughs in research, policy change and patient care services, reflecting the collective power of Komen’s community  Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today released its 2025 Annual Impact Report, highlighting a year of progress made possible by the dedication of its donors, volunteers and partners. Breast cancer is the […]

Susan G. Komen® Announces New Date, Location for 2025 Miami/Ft. Lauderdale MORE THAN PINK Walk

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Florida Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced a new date and location for the 2025 Miami/Ft. Lauderdale MORE THAN PINK Walk that will take place this fall on Saturday, October 4 at the Miami-Dade County Fair and […]

Susan G. Komen Deeply Concerned About Proposed Cuts in FY26 Federal Budget Proposal

Drastic Funding Reductions of Cancer Screening and Research Programs Threaten Lives and Reverse Decades of Progress Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, is deeply alarmed by the Trump Administration’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) which would eliminate all funding for critical cancer prevention and control programs, including the National Breast […]

Statement on Passage of Critical Breast Imaging Legislation in Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS – APRIL 16, 2025 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today issued the following statement on the passage of SB 123, critical breast imaging legislation in Arkansas. Supplemental imaging is a critical form of breast cancer screening for some high-risk individuals. While Arkansas has policies that eliminate patient […]

Minnesota Rallies to Fund Life-Saving Research and Patient Care Services at Susan G. Komen® 2025 Race for the Cure

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Minnesota Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure this spring. The 2025 Komen Minnesota Race for the Cure will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025 uniting survivors, families and […]

Columbus Rallies to Fund Life-Saving Research and Patient Care Services at Susan G. Komen® 2025 Race for the Cure

Annual Event to Fuel Research Advancements and Strengthen the Columbus Community with Vital Support Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure this spring. The 2025 Komen Columbus Race for the Cure will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025 uniting survivors, families and […]