Miss Pink Elegance
Katie at Uneasy Pink posted a compelling essay about a recent event (in the form of a fashion show) to raise money for the cause of breast cancer. Hosted by a Susan G. Komen for… Continue reading
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Defining cancer survivorship
When does someone with cancer start to become a survivor? Some believe it begins at the moment of a diagnosis of cancer; for others the notion dawns on them more gradually as they progress through their treatment.… Continue reading
International Women’s Day
Each year around the world, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8. Hundreds of events occur not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements… Continue reading
Support Breast Health Day
European Breast Health Day takes place on 15th October and women are being urged to do do something active to mark the day. You can do this by organising an “Exercise Event” in… Continue reading
9 things you should know about breast cancer
Yesterday I attended the launch by Europa Donna Ireland (EDI) of a leaflet highlighting the 9 things every woman in Ireland should know about breast cancer. It is the first time a… Continue reading
Obligation of the cured
At the recent LiveStrong Global Cancer Summit held here in Dublin last month, Lance Armstrong spoke of the “the obligation of the cured” – the idea that those who survive cancer should… Continue reading
The breast cancer survivor on a mission to save lives one house at a time
I love this story from the CNN heroes series about breast cancer survivor, Andrea Ivory, who is on a mission to save lives one house at a time. Ivory formed the Florida Breast… Continue reading
Sign the World Cancer Declaration
Lance Armstrong is dedicating his ride in the Tour de France to the fight against cancer. Will you join him by signing the World Cancer Declaration and making a dedication to someone who… Continue reading
