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New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Rhode Island

February 18, 2025 Press Releases

Legislation Introduced In Maryland To Increase Access to Treatments for Metastatic Cancer Patients

February 13, 2025 Press Releases

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Arizona

February 12, 2025

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across South Carolina

February 5, 2025 Press Releases

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Pennsylvania

February 5, 2025 Press Releases

Maryland Bill Would Increase Access To Genetic Testing

February 5, 2025 Press Releases

Oklahoma Bill Would Increase Access To Genetic Testing

January 27, 2025

New Breast Imaging Legislation to Help Thousands Across Hawaii

January 24, 2025 Press Releases

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Recent Podcasts

Breast cancer doesn’t just affect the person that is diagnosed. It touches families and can often inspire a life’s purpose. Today’s guest grew up witnessing breast cancer firsthand, supporting her mother through surgeries as a young teenager. This was an experience that would later influence her passion for the work she does today. As a Wacoal fit consultant, Pam Gibson provides women more than just measurements. She offers confidence, comfort and compassion during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. Whether you’re recovering from breast surgery, navigating your own health journey or simply want to better understand the physical and emotional importance of a proper fitting bra, this episode is filled with practical advice and reminders that support comes in many forms.

Supporting Women One Fit at a TimeMarch 9, 2026
Everyone is at risk of breast cancer. Some are more at risk than others due to hereditary factors – such as a family history of cancers – and lifestyle choices that affect our overall health. Knowing your risk of breast cancer can help you decide what steps to take to lower your risk. Joining me today is Dr. Jennifer Ligibel, a Susan G. Komen Scholar and Komen grantee, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Senior Physician at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and an expert on the impact of lifestyle factors, cancer risk and outcomes. Through more than a dozen lifestyle intervention trials, Dr. Ligibel has evaluated the impact of exercise, weight loss, fitness, body composition and quality of life in cancer patients and survivors.

RERUN: Choices To Lower Breast Cancer RiskMarch 2, 2026
Today, in honor of Black History Month, we’re exploring what happens when inequity itself becomes a risk factor for breast cancer in the Black community — shaping who gets screened, how quickly they’re diagnosed and, ultimately, who survives. Our guest, Dr. Lori Pierce, is a renowned radiation oncologist, former ASCO president and Komen Scholar, and national leader in advancing equity in cancer care. She has dedicated her career to improving outcomes of women with breast cancer, with a focus on the underserved, by transforming not just treatments but the systems that deliver them. Her perspective is rigorous, compassionate and urgently needed.

Beyond Biology: How Inequity Drives Breast Cancer Risk for Black WomenFebruary 23, 2026