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During these difficult economic times, costs are rising for everyone, and we’ve seen an increase in people reaching out to Susan G. Komen for support. This year alone, more than half of the 25,835 people who have reached out to the Komen Patient Care Center for support did so because of economic concerns related to […]
Julia Hughes pursued an aggressive treatment plan following her stage 2 breast cancer diagnosis in 2015.
Dr. Maren Coffman has served as an MBC patient advocate with other cancer organizations and advised Komen on the development of the MBC Impact Series.
Komen Advocate in Science Missy Van Lokeren was diagnosed with stage 1 invasive lobular breast cancer in 2014.
Peggy Smock credits her passion for pickleball for saving her life. She and her husband, Craig, have been playing for years. “We love the community we’ve found. We have friends we’ve met on the court. It’s just a great way to get out there, to be active,” Peggy said. “I loved pickleball before I learned I had cancer.”
With a mission to elevate the diverse voices and perspectives of the metastatic breast cancer (MBC) community, Susan G. Komen® has launched a new MBC Steering Committee.
Regular breast cancer screenings can save lives, which is why it’s important to prioritize breast health and get regular screenings. It’s important to know your risk and your family history. Early detection and effective treatment can save lives
Jade Gibson’s personal experience with cancer treatment following a stage III ovarian cancer diagnosis at 16 years old inspired her to pursue a career as a patient navigator.
Deborah Branch learned she had ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in April 2014, four days after her mother passed away. As she grieved her mother’s loss and started her treatment plan, Deborah turned to her church, Hinds’ Feet Ministries in Jonesboro, Georgia, for support and comfort.
Charlotte Scarlett learned she had Paget’s disease one week before Valentine’s Day in 1997, sharply shifting her focus from having a romantic dinner with her husband to how she would deliver the news to her two teenage children.
Tomika Bryant has used her lab experience and breast cancer diagnosis to advocate for underrepresented voices in the breast cancer community.
Komen’s Patient Navigation Program supporting the Stand for H.E.R. initiative is unique because it is a multifaceted approach. The program connects patients to resources, support and empowers navigators with knowledge, skills and solutions, including a focus on workforce development for Black professionals who want to become patient navigators.
