New treatments? Earlier diagnosis? More access? There are many things to be hopeful about for the future of breast cancer. Hear unscripted messages from patients, caregivers, researchers, and clinicians submitted during Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023.
31 Days of Hopes and Aspirations for the Future of Breast Cancer.
Watch all of the video messages below.
DAY 1: Rebecca
Rebecca shares her deep sadness at losing her mother to cancer when Rebecca was just 20 years old and shares her hope for early detection yielding better outcomes and longer lives.
DAY 2: Allison
Allison has created an inspirational mnemonic for breast cancer where HOPE transforms into HERO.
DAY 3: Jessica
Jessica, whose mother was recently diagnosed with Stage III cancer, shares her concerns about not being able to undergo tests herself at age 40 to understand her own risk of breast cancer.
DAY 4: Dr. Mike
From a physician perspective, Dr. Mike shares his knowledge of new technologies available today and on the horizon.
DAY 5: Corrine
Founder of the Know Your Lemons Foundation, Corrine shares her hope for expanded education while also recapping some of the great resources of her organization. knowyourlemons.org
DAY 6: Veronica
Veronica hopes for a more timely and definitive diagnosis that allows for a more focused patient pathway.
DAY 7: Lisa
Lisa talks about the personification of cancer and her hopes for immediate results from imaging exams.
DAY 8: Steve
Steve, an employee of Seno, explains of his mother and daughter battling cancer and why he’s so committed to finding a better patient pathway that calls for timely diagnosis and less painful procedures.
DAY 9: Chris
Chris shares his history in the breast cancer space and his work with the Karen Wellington Foundation local chapter. karenwellingtonfoundation.org.
DAY 10: Bobby
As the son of a breast cancer survivor, Bobby shares his passion for advocating legislative changes for coverage and access to all.
DAY 11: Tammy
As a breast cancer survivor and head of marketing at Seno, Tammy shares her hopes of disease eradication and equal access to new technologies.