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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has released new guidelines that could significantly change breast cancer screening approaches in the U.S., recommending against routine mammograms for women 40-49 and questioning the value of breast cancer screenings for women older than 75. However, extensive scientific evidence demonstrates that mammography reduces breast cancer mortality both among women aged 50 and older, as well as among women aged 40 to 49.
Sign our petition and help us ensure that all women have access to this life-saving screening.
On October 25, Lowcountry Komen Outreach Coordinator and Public Policy chair, Lucy Spears was honored to attend an event at the White House celebrating National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Joining Lucy was Jenny Luray, president of the Komen Advocacy Alliance. The event featured remarks by first lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. Read more...
Advocates for Susan G. Komen for the Cure Lowcountry Komen Affiliate, Lucy Spears, Gene Glave, and Almeda Kelley attended Komen for the Cure’s Advocacy Alliance Lobby Day on April 30, 2009, in Washington, DC. Over 300 Komen advocates from around the country met with their legislators to discuss several important issues relating not just to breast cancer, but to all cancers.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Advocacy Alliance applauds the bipartisan efforts of Senators Edward Kennedy (D-MA) and Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) to reignite the war on cancer with the introduction today of the 21st Century Cancer ALERT (Access to Life-saving Early Detection, Research and Treatment) Act.
Read more...
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.
Read news release
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.
Read news release | Read article from advocate
Dallas, TX – After hearing of Senator Hillary Clinton's proposal to increase funding for breast cancer research and treatment, setting a goal of finding a cure for the disease within 10 years, Shelley Fuld Nasso, director of public policy for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Alliance issued...
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It's all part of Komen's new campaign to put breast cancer at the center of the national debate this election season. From coast to coast, we're raising the cry: I Vote for the Cure.. Are you with us? Sign the petition now!. Help us hit our goal of 100,000 signatures!
Komen founder named White House Chief Protocol Officer
The White House today announced the nomination of Nancy G. Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure as chief protocol officer. In this role, Nancy will be responsible for overseeing the visits of chiefs of state, heads of government and other international dignitaries who are in the United States to meet with the President, Vice President or Secretary of State. She also will accompany delegations representing the President at official ceremonies abroad.
We are incredibly proud of Nancy and know that, when confirmed, she will meet this awesome opportunity with grace, intellect and compassion. You can read more about Nancy's nomination in national Komen's press release.
Exciting S.C. Legislative Update!
The South Carolina state legislative session ended this afternoon and $1 million in funding for breast and cervical cancer has been included in the final budget! This funding will go to the SC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to fully implement the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act in our state.
President Bush Signs Patient Navigator Legislation Into Law
President George W. Bush signed into law the "Patient Navigator, Outreach, and Chronic Disease Prevention Act of 2005." The legislation will help reduce cancer care disparities among the medically underserved by improving access to care while raising awareness of the importance of preventive care. Enactment of the legislation was a key priority for the American Cancer Society, which commends the work of its champions.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has released new guidelines that could significantly change breast cancer screening approaches in the U.S., recommending against routine mammograms for women 40-49 and questioning the value of breast cancer screenings for women older than 75. However, extensive scientific evidence demonstrates that mammography reduces breast cancer mortality both among women aged 50 and older, as well as among women aged 40 to 49.
Sign our petition and help us ensure that all women have access to this life-saving screening.
On October 25, Lowcountry Komen Outreach Coordinator and Public Policy chair, Lucy Spears was honored to attend an event at the White House celebrating National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Joining Lucy was Jenny Luray, president of the Komen Advocacy Alliance. The event featured remarks by first lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden. Read more...
Advocates for Susan G. Komen for the Cure Lowcountry Komen Affiliate, Lucy Spears, Gene Glave, and Almeda Kelley attended Komen for the Cure’s Advocacy Alliance Lobby Day on April 30, 2009, in Washington, DC. Over 300 Komen advocates from around the country met with their legislators to discuss several important issues relating not just to breast cancer, but to all cancers.
Read more...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Advocacy Alliance applauds the bipartisan efforts of Senators Edward Kennedy (D-MA) and Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) to reignite the war on cancer with the introduction today of the 21st Century Cancer ALERT (Access to Life-saving Early Detection, Research and Treatment) Act.
Read more...
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.
Read news release
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.
Read news release | Read article from advocate
Dallas, TX – After hearing of Senator Hillary Clinton's proposal to increase funding for breast cancer research and treatment, setting a goal of finding a cure for the disease within 10 years, Shelley Fuld Nasso, director of public policy for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Alliance issued...
Read more...
It's all part of Komen's new campaign to put breast cancer at the center of the national debate this election season. From coast to coast, we're raising the cry: I Vote for the Cure.. Are you with us? Sign the petition now!. Help us hit our goal of 100,000 signatures!
Komen founder named White House Chief Protocol Officer
The White House today announced the nomination of Nancy G. Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure as chief protocol officer. In this role, Nancy will be responsible for overseeing the visits of chiefs of state, heads of government and other international dignitaries who are in the United States to meet with the President, Vice President or Secretary of State. She also will accompany delegations representing the President at official ceremonies abroad.
We are incredibly proud of Nancy and know that, when confirmed, she will meet this awesome opportunity with grace, intellect and compassion. You can read more about Nancy's nomination in national Komen's press release.
Exciting S.C. Legislative Update!
The South Carolina state legislative session ended this afternoon and $1 million in funding for breast and cervical cancer has been included in the final budget! This funding will go to the SC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to fully implement the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act in our state.
President Bush Signs Patient Navigator Legislation Into Law
President George W. Bush signed into law the "Patient Navigator, Outreach, and Chronic Disease Prevention Act of 2005." The legislation will help reduce cancer care disparities among the medically underserved by improving access to care while raising awareness of the importance of preventive care. Enactment of the legislation was a key priority for the American Cancer Society, which commends the work of its champions.
