1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Today, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation is launching the first-ever #1in8Day to spark conversation and change the odds for women everywhere. In a guest article on Oprah Daily, BCRF Chief Scientific Officer Dorraya El-Ashry writes: "We’re igniting a critical conversation about prevention, early detection, and research by challenging everyone to ask eight women in your life to take action. But we also need to stop the disease from ever taking hold or taking lives." Our progress against breast cancer can be measured in millions of survivors and a growing list of new and better treatments. Rising incidence rates, metastatic disease, and racial disparities add challenges in our quest to end breast cancer forever. But this is a tremendously exciting moment—one where pipedreams are so close to becoming realities for patients, if we double down on supporting research. Help us spread the word and share this post with your community so that together, we can turn 1 in 8 into none in 8. https://lnkd.in/eC2W-QnR
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
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The highest-rated breast cancer org in the U.S. We fund research to find a cure in our lifetime.
About us
BCRF is the highest-rated breast cancer organization in the U.S. We provide critical funding for cancer research worldwide to fuel advances in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, metastasis and survivorship. Since our founding in 1993 by Evelyn H. Lauder, BCRF has raised more than half a billion dollars for lifesaving research. Through a unique and streamlined grants program, we seek out the brightest minds in science and medicine and give them the necessary resources to pursue their best ideas. As a result, researchers are able to make discoveries and design new approaches to address all aspects of breast cancer—and do so in record time. Learn more and join us at www.bcrf.org.
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External link for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
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- Research
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1993
- Specialties
- research, breast cancer, health, nonprofit, and prevention
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Primary
28 W 44th St
New York, 10036, US
Employees at The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
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Kathleen Tripp
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Laura Lang
Narragansett Ventures
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Marisa Rubio, PhD
Advancing Scientific Discovery for a Cure | Leading Innovative Cancer Research Initiatives | Research Program Management
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Jodi Patkin
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Award-Winning Executive | Mission-Driven Leader | Brand Lover | Team…
Updates
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“Metastatic breast cancer has completely changed my outlook on life. It’s truly a blessing every day that we're here, and I want to feel like I’m fulfilling some sort of purpose. It’s a different purpose than I envisioned for my life, but I'm trying to find the positivity in everything. I'm going through some things, but I'm living.”—Tiffany Kinkead Tiffany's life was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in her 30s—just after welcoming her second daughter, and eight years after her initial breast cancer diagnosis. The past six-plus years living with MBC have been incredibly challenging, but Tiffany has found strength and purpose in her journey, choosing to focus on the positivity and gratitude that comes with each day spent with her loved ones. Read Tiffany's story here: https://bit.ly/3A2XwvM
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In an exciting announcement last week, the FDA approved inavolisib, a new treatment for metastatic breast cancer, raising the total number of MBC therapies approved since 2016 from 11 to 12—thanks to research by BCRF investigators and others. As the world’s largest private funder of MBC research, BCRF recognizes the urgent need for more breakthroughs and is dedicated to supporting those living with MBC today while driving breakthroughs to ensure that, one day, no one has to face stage 4 breast cancer.
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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we were proud to partner with Hearst Magazines employee resource groups Spark Women, Latinx, and Hearst Black Culture to host a powerful discussion moderated by Hearst Editorial Director, Lucy Kaylin. The event featured ELLE Magazine Editor-in-Chief Nina Garcia, along with special guest speakers, actress Toks Olagundoye, activist Rebecca Porter, and Dr. Elizabeth Comen, MD—each sharing invaluable insights and perspectives. Together, we celebrated the strength and resilience of these incredible women, while also emphasizing BCRF's commitment to advancing research into breast cancer disparities. Awareness, support, and advocacy are essential in ensuring everyone has access to lifesaving treatments. 💖 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this impactful conversation.
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In the thick of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it's crucial to remember that true impact goes beyond just wearing pink. This powerful article from PRWeek captures the need for meaningful contributions that drive progress. Ellen Jane Baker, a BCRF ambassador and metastatic breast cancer thriver, shares why she partners with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation—the largest funder of research in metastatic breast cancer—because of our unwavering focus on lifesaving research. At BCRF, we work year-round to fund critical research that brings us closer to ending breast cancer for all. Read more on how brands can make a real difference: https://bit.ly/3Np1thp
Breast Cancer Awareness Month marketing is missing the point
prweek.com
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Earlier this month, BCRF and Ulta Beauty had the honor of ringing the closing bell at Nasdaq to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since partnering with BCRF in 2009, Ulta Beauty has contributed a remarkable total of more than $55 million to support groundbreaking research. Together, we’re driving awareness and funding critical research that saves lives and improves outcomes. Read more: https://bit.ly/4dL4rrd
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While breast cancer primarily affects women, men also have breast tissue and are at risk. To kick off Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week, BCRF highlights research-backed risk factors, with age being the most common. https://bit.ly/3NnaIPc
Can Men Get Breast Cancer? | Breast Cancer Research Foundation
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We’re proud to highlight our continued partnership with Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, whose dedication to breast cancer research is making a lasting impact. After donating $500,000 to BCRF over two years, the national women’s fraternity doubled down to make even more of an impact with a $1.25 million commitment. 💖 This generous grant is directly supporting BCRF’s research into breast cancer prevention and early detection—critical areas that help save lives. Together, we’re funding the future of breast cancer research. Read more about our partnership and ZTA’s inspiring contributions to research: https://bit.ly/4hd0YVF
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This year marks the 30th anniversary of Lifetime Television's #StopBreastCancerForLife campaign. With breast cancer diagnoses on the rise—particularly among younger women—early detection is more important than ever. Be sure to schedule your mammogram today, if you're eligible. Together, we can continue to make a difference and end breast cancer. Join us in supporting lifesaving research this #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth and beyond. 🩷 https://lnkd.in/eZjKf-gr
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Exciting advancements in breast cancer research are driving us closer to a future without the disease. In a recent feature with ELLE Magazine, BCRF's Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Dorraya El-Ashry, highlights the importance of collaboration in research, stating: "No single scientist can move the needle. It’s the synergy of ideas that ultimately propels breakthroughs." We’re proud to support the world’s leading researchers whose collaboration is saving lives and changing the future of breast cancer treatment. Read more about these groundbreaking developments here. https://bit.ly/4dFz8yd
Breast Cancer Research Is Gaining Momentum--Here Are 3 Exciting Advancements
elle.com