Months before her death from metastatic breast cancer, Shannen Doherty candidly discussed her breast cancer experience on her podcast "Let’s Be Clear." In this interview with Fox 11 in Los Angeles, Megan Klink, vice president, west region from Susan G. Komen praised Doherty's openness, highlighting its potential to encourage more women to get mammograms. https://bit.ly/46jJf9N
Susan G. Komen
Non-profit Organizations
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A force united by a promise to end breast cancer, funding groundbreaking research, community health & advocacy programs.
About us
In 1980, Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan, that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. Two years later, that promise became the Susan G. Komen® organization and the beginning of a global movement. For over 40 years, we've led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. And with your help, we’ll continue pushing for progress to end breast cancer every day, until it’s a thing of the past. For information on breast cancer and breast health, please call: 1-877- GO KOMEN or visit http://komen.org/ Join us on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SusanGKomen Twitter: www.twitter.com/SusanGKomen Instagram: @SusanGKomen Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/SusanGKomen Blog: blog.komen.org
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http://www.komen.org
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- 201-500 employees
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- Dallas, Texas
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- 1982
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- nonprofit, breast cancer, health, education, prevention, susan g. komen for the cure, race, cancer, and health equity
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Health is a human right for all. Everyone deserves access to the health services they need, when and where they need them. Join us to drive a health equity revolution and create lasting change for all. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KR4C7c
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Women with dense breast tissue often need additional screening beyond a mammogram to diagnose breast cancer. But those tests are sometimes not covered by insurance. “We know that that if you can get people into the imaging, you’re likely going to catch their disease earlier,” said Molly Guthrie, vice president of policy and advocacy at Komen, in this article in New York Magazine that explores the challenges faced by those with dense breasts to get the right screening and the tragedy of a delayed diagnosis. https://bit.ly/3zKBEEV
When a Mammogram Misses Breast Cancer
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Happening now! The latest practice-changing advancements in breast cancer research were just announced at the 2024 ASCO annual meeting. In the next episode of Breast Cancer Breakthroughs hear from Komen grantees Dr. Tarah Ballinger and Dr. Pedram Razavi about how these new advancements are personalizing breast cancer treatment. Watch here: https://bit.ly/3X1yPW0
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As we celebrate National Capture the Sunset Week during the third week of July, it’s a perfect opportunity to reflect on the metaphorical sunsets that bring light into the lives of those navigating their own experience with breast cancer. “I capture the sunsets by appreciating the world around me, all of the nature and wildlife. I live in the present and enjoy each moment.” - Mary Read more: https://bit.ly/4cJQrye
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Join our Walk and Race community on Instagram! It's the best place for inspiring stories, learning about fellow Walkers/Racers across the country and getting all the best fundraising tips. Follow us now @komenmorethanpinkwalk: https://bit.ly/3WqCD67
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"Cancer seeps into every aspect of your life,” said Abby, who was 31 when she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. "I had mom guilt, it took a toll on my body, it makes you reassess your life. There are many days that are difficult, but it's important to put one foot in front of the other and work toward your wins, big and small." For breast cancer patients, new treatments can mean living a longer life. Your gift today, which will be doubled by Avis Budget Group will help us invest in lifesaving research. Ending breast cancer needs all of us. https://bit.ly/4cmROTo #AvisBudgetGroup #DrivenToDoGood #PlanOnUs #WeKnowTheRoad
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When San Antonio Spurs point guard Tre Jones learned of his mother Debbie’s breast cancer diagnosis in 2019, he was still a student at Duke University. “It was tough,” Tre admitted. “Being away at college and not being by her side for that definitely hurt.” Tre and his family and friends supported Debbie through her treatment and recovery and now he is continuing to honor her through a partnership with Komen. Read more about Tre and Debbie’s story in this piece from Sports Illustrated. https://bit.ly/3WohWrJ
Behind Tre Jones' Mission of Advocacy in Honor of Mom
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When a friend or loved one has breast cancer, it may be difficult to know what to say or do. Tune in to the latest episode of Real Pink to hear one of Komen's Patient Navigators, Laura Grueser, help us understand how to best support friends and family members when they are diagnosed so that they feel loved and cared for. https://apple.co/2LMAcsi