Obesity, the BMI, and Breast Cancer
BMI is being used as an “easy” but murky indicator of health and how the relationship between overweight, obesity, and breast cancer is not as clear-cut as it is often made out to be.
BMI is being used as an “easy” but murky indicator of health and how the relationship between overweight, obesity, and breast cancer is not as clear-cut as it is often made out to be.
When caring for someone with breast cancer, “busy” can be an understatement. Each caregiver’s situation is unique to them, but it’s more common than not to feel stressed, scared, and generally overwhelmed with balancing the unique challenges of it all. Know that you are not alone in this! We’ve put together a guide for our top four most requested resources from caregivers throughout Virginia.
The VBCF-led diagnostic breast imaging coverage bill, HR 1243, was “tabled” by the House Commerce and Energy Committee, thus ending consideration for this General Assembly Session. While the details are complicated (dealing with prohibiting additions to Virginia’s essential health benefits package), our bill and a group of similar insurance benefits-related bills were found to be…
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Women and alcohol have a complicated relationship, so we’re going to take some time to try and review that relationship in the U.S. for Dry January.
For patients and loved ones dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis, it can suddenly feel like your world has been turned upside down. We know that cancer doesn’t just affect the patient, but their whole community. From choosing a treatment plan to the everyday struggles of recovery, it’s common to feel scared, overwhelmed, or alone – no matter what your support system looks like. Sometimes we all need a little extra help as we navigate the difficulties in life – that is where Patient Navigators come in. We recently reached out to Navigators across the state for some great expert advice.
Today is Giving Tuesday, the global day of generosity. And, as we also begin the holiday season, we want you to know that we are grateful for YOUR generosity right here in the Commonwealth. THANK YOU! Individual donors make up the lion’s share of our financial support. From folks who purchase our pink ribbon license plate…
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From the temperance movement that led to Prohibition to “Mommy Wine Culture,” women and alcohol have a complicated relationship, and now with the increasing availability of evidence connecting alcohol consumption and breast cancer, it’s becoming more complex. Here’s a breakdown of some of the latest research on how alcohol can increase the risk of breast cancer so you can make the best decision for yourself and how you want to live your life.
The Pink 13.1 raised over $40,000 and the proceeds will support a screening and diagnostic service fund to support breast cancer testing for uninsured and underinsured in Southwest Virginia.
The Power of Pink Luncheon took place on Tuesday, October 12 in Roanoke. The inaugural event was a huge success raising funds and awareness for the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation. The Power of Pink Luncheon was sponsored by Kroger, WSLS10, Berglund Cars, Blue Ridge Cancer Care, Boxley and Fink’s Jewelers. We are so appreciative to all of our wonderful sponsors.
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