From Crisis to Creativity
When #BCSM started in the summer of 2011, I never imagined the community would grow beyond the virtual confines of Twitter. Almost 4 years later, I’m still amazed and in awe of the collective wisdom and extraordinary passion that embodies the community of #BCSM. One particular aspect of our community that has always fascinated me […]
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#BCSM Spotlight – Sharsheret
On: May 13, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
What is your mission? How do you make it happen? Our mission is to offer a community of support to women, of all Jewish backgrounds, diagnosed with breast cancer or at increased genetic risk, by fostering culturally-relevant individualized connections with networks of peers, health professionals, and related resources. How is your organization unique? Sharsheret is […]
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#BCSM Spotlight – Elissa Malcohn
On: May 5, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
Tell us about your breast cancer experience, including diagnosis and treatment: I was diagnosed with invasive colloid (mucinous) carcinoma on March 4, 2014. A regular screening mammogram had found a 1.8-cm tumor in my left breast. The tumor was removed via lumpectomy on March 25 with clear margins and was ER/PR positive, HER2 negative. Four sentinel lymph […]
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#BCSM Spotlight – Nanny Angel Network
On: Apr 15, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
By Audrey Guth Who is your target audience? Mothers on their cancer journey with children 12 and under – currently Canada, but seeking to expand to the US in the near future What is your mission? To provide free, in-home childcare for mothers who have been diagnosed with cancer, for those requiring palliative care, and for families […]
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I Need Surgery – Now What?
On: Apr 13, 2015
By: bcsmadmin
A list of must haves, should haves, and might wants… Most of us have been there – preparing for surgery. For our chat on 4/20/15, let’s share what we’ve learned to help make it easier for someone else. Tips, products, questions to ask – nothing is off limits! There are some ingenious things out […]
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