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Beyond Diagnosis: A West Indian Woman’s Story of Strength

Anika’s journey highlights the unique challenges and triumphs experienced by many women of color impacted by breast cancer. At 31 years old, as a first-time mom-to-be, Aneika faced a life-changing challenge—triple-negative breast cancer. Her story sheds light on the unique struggles faced by women of color dealing with breast cancer, the importance of self-advocacy, and the strength found in community support.

May 20, 2024 2 Comments

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For the Breast of Us: Empowering Women of Color Through Advocacy, Community, and Education

Together, we are building a future where Women of Color facing breast cancer feel empowered, supported, and understood. Join us as we continue to advocate, connect, and educate, transforming the landscape of breast cancer support for Women of Color.

May 4, 2024 No Comments

Cristina's Corner

Caregivers: The Unsung Heroes

A breast cancer diagnosis is a life altering event that not only affects the individual who receives it, but it also has a profound impact

November 7, 2023 No Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Andrea Alvarez , Getting Back to Basics: I am Here for a Reason

Andrea decided to take advantage of a free genetic testing opportunity for minorities and discovered she had the BRCA2 mutation gene. This information prompted her

October 31, 2023 No Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Aiysha Sinclair, One Day at a Time: Finding the Magic Within

Despite receiving a mammogram the year before, Aiysha Sinclair was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer in 2022. In her family, a cancer diagnosis was

October 23, 2023 No Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Ruthy Prophete, Faith Over Fear: Bouncing Back After Breast Cancer

Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 44, Ruthy shares her experience including the importance of finding a tribe, a need for more dialogue in relation to fertility options during treatment, and the importance of speaking up and spreading awareness, particularly in West Indian/Caribbean communities.

October 15, 2023 2 Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Shellie Henderson, A Chapter in My Story: Get Up, Ask Questions, and Never Give Up!

Shellie Henderson shares her experience with breast cancer and its recurrence in less than a year leading to bone metastasis. Throughout her journey, the medical

September 12, 2023 No Comments

Research

Making spACE: Bridging the Gap in Clinical Trials for Women of Color

Making spACE: Bridging the Gap in Clinical Trials for Women of Color is a critical effort by For the Breast of Us and Count Me

September 8, 2023 No Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Holly Louis, Finding Her Voice: Strength in Community and Information Sharing

Holly Louis was diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 26, then was later dealt a devastating blow when diagnosed with ovarian cancer

June 28, 2023 No Comments

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Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Tova Parker, 100% Authentic: Living Life Out Loud, in Technicolor, and Unapologetically

Tova Parker shares the valuable lessons and truths she learned throughout her diagnosis and treatment of Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. Read on to learn

June 28, 2023 No Comments

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Beyond Diagnosis: A West Indian Woman’s Story of Strength

For the Breast of Us: Empowering Women of Color Through Advocacy, Community, and Education

Caregivers: The Unsung Heroes

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Andrea Alvarez , Getting Back to Basics: I am Here for a Reason

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Aiysha Sinclair, One Day at a Time: Finding the Magic Within

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations: | Ruthy Prophete, Faith Over Fear: Bouncing Back After Breast Cancer

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Shellie Henderson, A Chapter in My Story: Get Up, Ask Questions, and Never Give Up!

Making spACE: Bridging the Gap in Clinical Trials for Women of Color

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Holly Louis, Finding Her Voice: Strength in Community and Information Sharing

Baddie x 2: Growth through Conversations | Tova Parker, 100% Authentic: Living Life Out Loud, in Technicolor, and Unapologetically

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