Tag: breast cancer support

Navigating Breast Cancer in the Black Community

Discover essential resources and organizations dedicated to supporting the Black community through the breast cancer journey. This Black History Month, learn how these groups are making a difference in education, support, and advocacy for better outcomes.

Hidden Options: Breast Cancer Prevention Drugs

Explore the critical challenges of awareness, access, and cost that prevent many from utilizing life-saving breast cancer prevention drugs.

Advocacy in Action: VBCF at the 2024 General Assembly

Learn about VBCF’s 2024 State Breast Cancer Advocacy Day, where our volunteer advocates championed critical breast cancer legislation in the Virginia General Assembly, advocating for accessible care and sharing their powerful stories.

Chemical Exposure & Breast Cancer

You may have seen recent headlines saying something like, “More than 900 widely used chemicals may increase breast cancer risk.” There’s a lot to unpack here, so we’re going to explain the study, what it means for you, and what steps you can take to reduce your risk of breast cancer. Let’s start with the…
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A Look Inside VBCF’s Outreach and Support

For the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation staff, preparation around Breast Cancer Awareness Month every October begins months in advance. We make breast health education available to all walks of our community – from churches to schools, offices to community centers. Although we provide our resources and educational services year-round, our busiest time of year is…
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