Victoria Hansen, news anchor for ABC News 4 in Charleston has been named honorary Race chair for the 15th annual Susan G. Komen Lowcountry Race for the Cure®. This year's Race will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at Daniel Island, South Carolina.
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On Monday, August 11, American Airlines and Susan G. Komen for the Cure® are announcing an expanded partnership, including unveiling two of eight specially co-branded aircraft, which incorporate the Komen for the Cure name, logo and a pink-ribbon motif. The distinctive pink streamers, which extend the length of the body of the plane, signal a new level of mutual commitment as American Airlines becomes Komen's official airline and first Lifetime Promise Partner.
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Trident Cancer Center is pleased to announce the availability of three unique support groups available to individuals impacted by breast cancer. Support groups meet on a monthly basis.
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The Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® honored two local survivors, Annette and Carrie Jefferson, with the 2008 Charlene Daughtrey Award during this year's survivor luncheon.
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Cancer survivors and advocates applauded members of the S.C. General Assembly for expanding the Best Chance Network, a program providing critical breast and cervical cancer screening for low-income, uninsured South Carolina women.
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Nearly 300 Komen advocates from across the country rallied in Washington, DC in June to meet with Congress about comprehensive legislation that will reinvigorate the war on cancer.
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Cynthia Nixon to Serve as Ambassador for Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
Award-winning actress Cynthia Nixon, best known for her role as Miranda on the long-running
television series "Sex and the City," has joined Susan G. Komen for the Cure® as an Ambassador.
As an Ambassador, Cynthia will share her personal experiences with breast cancer in hopes of
empowering women to take an active role in their breast health.
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The Department of Health Exercise and Sport Science at The Citadel is looking for volunteers to participate in a 10 week exercise and nutritional intervention starting in mid-February. We specifically would like Stage I and II breast cancer survivors between the ages of 30-70 years old. In this study, participants will participate in thrice weekly exercise sessions at the wellness facility on The Citadel campus. In addition, participants will participate in a once weekly nutritional session which will include education about proper food choices and a weekly cooking demonstrate (food sampling included)! If you are interested in eating healthy and adding exercise to your life - this is the place. If you are interested in losing weight and feeling healthy then we are the study for you. Please call (843) 953-7956 if you are interested.
Volunteers Needed for Cancer Survivor Research Study
The Medical University of South Carolina Hollings Cancer Center is seeking volunteers
for a research study that will evaluate the benefits of two physical activity
programs-a paddling program and a walking program-- for cancer survivors. Research
study participants can choose to participate in one of these programs at no
charge. This includes a before and after aerobic fitness evaluation conducted
by a sports physiologist. Download the flyer (PDF 20 KB) for more information
on how to participate.
Wine on the Wando
The 2007 Daniel Island Wine Festival, Wine on the Wando, was another huge success. With the
matching funds from the Daniel Island Community Fund, Laura Alberts Tasteful Options was able to
donate $15,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Lowcountry.
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In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the South Carolina Nurses Association, four new awards were created to honor nurses and supporters of the nursing profession. An Orangeburg native and resident, Carrie Houser James, MSN, RN, CAN, BC, CCE, was the recipient of the Distinguished Nursing Award. This new award recognizes the significant contributions of the recipient to the professional development of colleagues and the outstanding leadership that Ms. James has provided to SCNA at all levels of membership in the organization.
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Garth Brooks has joined forces with Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the promise to end breast cancer forever with the release of the "Pink Edition" of The Ultimate Hits album. The album is a new 3-disc set, and contains 30 classics, 3 new songs and a bonus track on two CDs. The set also includes a DVD with videos for all 33 songs, including new and never-before-seen footage. Each CD is packaged with important information to help you protect your breast health, and the health of people you love.
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The appointment of Nancy G. Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world's largest breast cancer organization, as Chief of Protocol was signed today by President George W. Bush at the White House. She will be sworn in this afternoon and officially begin work Monday. A ceremonial swearing in is expected to be held in early October. In her new role, Ambassador Brinker is responsible for overseeing the visits of chiefs of state, heads of government and other international dignitaries who travel to the United States to meet with the President, Vice President, First Lady or Secretary of State. She would also accompany delegations representing the President at official ceremonies abroad. In addition, the Chief of Protocol oversees events held at the President's guest house, Blair House, built in 1824. Ambassador Brinker will continue her involvement with Komen for the Cure in her private capacity during her term of service as time allows.
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"Legal Loophole Ensnares Breast-Cancer Patients: Shirley Loewe Chooses the Wrong Clinic and Starts Long Ordeal." The path to the heart wrenching, powerfully articulated story began in January when Komen for the Cure met with reporters from the Wall Street Journal's healthcare team to educate them about our survey on the gaps in the Treatment Act and the resulting horrific deaths of people around the country. The paper asked for the exclusive and for months, Komen staff, Affiliates, Advisory Council members and grantees have worked with the reporter to find the right story to show readers, particularly policy makers and activists, how grim the situation is in many states. Shirley's story of years battling the healthcare system and the gaps in the state and federal laws is devastating. It's the dark side of the promise we all have dedicated our lives to fulfilling. It's the reminder that hope does not yet exist for everyone.
South Carolina Treatment Program
The SC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) can now offer treatment for breast or cervical cancer to all uninsured women 18 to 64 years of age who meet the following income guidelines: $20,420 for a family of one, $27,380 for a family of two, $34,340 for a family of three, $41,300 for a family of four, $48,260 for family of five, $55,220 for family of six, $62,180 for family of seven, and $69,140 for family of eight. For each additional member, add $6,960.
Additional information can be found on our fact sheet (PDF 168 KB). For questions call DHHS toll free at (888) 549-0820 or call Taffy Tamblyn, Executive Director,
Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure at (843) 556-8011.
Local funds fuel fight against breast cancer
Thousands of women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States each
year. Many women cannot afford the adequate healthcare to beat the disease. In the
Palmetto State, racial and ethnic minorities, low-income women and those with little
or no health insurance, are less likely to receive quality care and more likely to die
from breast cancer. For the past six years, the Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen
for the Cure has used contributions from local supporters—more than $2 million in
funds—for grants to Lowcountry organizations that work to decrease breast cancer disparities
and increase access to education, outreach, and preventive care.
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Co-Survivor Program
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the global leader in the fight against breast
cancer, recognizes that no one should face breast cancer alone. Co-survivors
– family, friends, doctors or colleagues – play critical, but
frequently un-credited roles providing many types of support for breast cancer
patients as they make their way through diagnosis, treatment and beyond. The
Komen Co-Survivor Program, launched at the organization’s 2005 Komen
National Race for the Cure event, gives breast cancer survivors a simple,
but meaningful way to acknowledge the important roles co-survivors play in
their lives. In May 2008, the Lowcountry Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the
Cure will host their annual Survivor Luncheon, where the co-survivors will
be honored for their support. Co-survivors’ roles can evolve from active,
day-to-day care giving and support to active listening and confidence sharing.
Survivorship presents its own set of challenges and anxieties, a fact that
makes the on-going role of the co-survivor an important one. Komen also offers
a wealth of resources for people close to someone with breast cancer. Advice,
information, tips, inspirational stories and message boards are available
by visiting the mini-site on Komen’s website, www.komen.org/cosurvivor.
Komen also offers a range of popular booklets and materials designed to help
co-survivors reach out and offer help in meaningful and thoughtful ways for
people with breast cancer.
