What is a Mammogram Like? We’ve Got Answers!
What is a mammogram like, exactly? How do they work? What can you expect? How can you prepare? We've got all the answers right here, and we also dispel some common myths. Mammograms are one
Our CNS Advisor, Carrie Riccobono, Reflects on New Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines (Part 1)
We're so grateful to Carrie for taking the time to write this amazing article for us! You can read more about her here. As an oncology clinical nurse specialist, I get fired up any time I hear
Breast Cancer Paperwork: How to Manage it
During your breast cancer and reconstruction journey, you'll likely amass a small forest’s worth of medical papers. Managing breast cancer paperwork may seem unnecessary. But they often include important information about your insurance, bills, and
A Previvor’s Story, by Carly Miller (Part 2)
Carly Miller is a BRCA2 previvor living with her husband in Los Angeles. She is a Peer Support Group Leader and Peer Navigator with FORCE. Carly also volunteers for Sharsheret and has been selected to
A Previvor’s Story, by Carly Miller (Part 1)
Carly Miller is a BRCA2 previvor living with her husband in Los Angeles. She is a Peer Support Group Leader and Peer Navigator with FORCE. Carly also volunteers for Sharsheret and has been selected to
Breast Cancer and Black Women: Looking Back and Ahead
The days are getting shorter. In the northern Midwest where I live, whispers of the winter chill are in the air. Children are replacing flip-flops with sneakers and the hoodie is again a wardrobe essential.
African Americans and Breast Cancer, Reconstruction: How to Beat the System and Get Great Care
Compared to whites, African American women in the US receive sub-par medical treatment. It's one reason the Black Women’s Health Imperative (which we’re partnering with this month) exists. Less than one hundred years ago, researchers began
Breast Cancer Retreat for African American Women: Sistas Rock!
We’ve highlighted a few breast cancer retreats on this blog before. These retreats typically include women of all races and varying ages and are great ways to connect with other women who are dealing with
Breast Reconstruction for Minority Women: What’s Different and How Do We Fix It?
Submitted by Dr. Frank J. DellaCroce, ITC Advisory Board Member and MD, FACS, from the Center for Restorative Breast Surgery, New Orleans, LA www.breastcenter.com For women who’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, the emotional blow of mastectomy and the sense
Breast Surgery Complications: Healing Risks for African-American Women
Undergoing breast surgery, whether mastectomy or reconstruction, is a nerve-wracking experience for many women. You not only want to stay safe and avoid repeated procedures, you also want minimal scarring and a cosmetically appealing result. Unfortunately, for