Some breast cancers are thought to be hereditary, caused by abnormal genes passed from parent to child. Most cases of hereditary breast cancer are associated with inherited mutations in two genes: BRCA1 (BReast CAncer gene one) and BRCA2 (BReast CAncer gene two). Together BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations account for about 25 to 30 percent of […]
This webinar will help you understand insurance coverage for prescription drugs, how to maximize that coverage, and how to get help paying for out of pocket prescription drug costs. Joining Triage Cancer’s Monica Bryant, will be Carla Dellaporta, Director of Education & Partnerships at NeedyMeds. *Free CEUs for Nurses*
The Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance and SHARE Cancer Support are offering an educational presentation focused on ILC. Lobular Breast Cancer: Understanding This Subtype and Its Treatment Wednesday, May 15th 1:00 -2:00 PM EDT Dr. Otto Metzger, oncologist at Dana Farber Cancer Institute will discuss treatment for lobular breast cancer in an hour-long webinar. Dr. Metzger […]
Join Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta for a FREE metastatic breast cancer conference. This conference will focus on providing information that is important to those living with metastatic (stage IV) breast cancer, their caregivers, and their providers. Come hear more about topics such as clinical trials, understanding metastatic breast cancer, health & wellness, and MUCH MORE! […]
Click on the button below to register for the MRS/METAvivor Metastatic Cancer Stakeholder Engagement Conference on June 7 and 8, 2019 at the Lineberger Cancer Center at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. A limited number of patient travel grants are available. Please contact info@metavivor.org for an application. Conference Schedule Friday, June 7, 2019 […]
Over the past few months, there have been exciting reports about new treatments for breast cancer. But how do you know whether they impact you? Tune into LBBC's webinars to understand what options may be available to you now, and which could be the treatments of the future. Join us on July 15 to learn […]
Over the past few months, there have been exciting reports about new treatments for breast cancer. But how do you know whether they impact you? Tune into LBBC's webinars to understand what options may be available to you now, and which could be the treatments of the future. This past May, the FDA approved the […]
Dr. Tracy Vannorsdall, board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, will discuss cancer-related impairment, also known as “chemo fog” or “chemo brain,” which can be connected to either specific cancer treatments or a cancer diagnosis. Chemo brain can include detrimental effects on memory and attention, and negatively impacts quality […]
On Wednesday, August 7th at 7 pm EDT/4 pm PDT, the Sharsheret Embrace Community, a closed Facebook group that discusses the issues of women with advanced/metastatic breast and ovarian cancer, will host an experiential therapeutic workshop. Stephanie of Creative Transformations LLC will teach and guide participants through cellular meditation, a gentle way to reconnect with […]
Leigh Pate and Elizabeth Viggiano of the Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance will lead a discussion about the unique aspects of lobular breast cancer and the role of advocacy to advance research and educate about ILC. Join these two seasoned advocates to discuss your concerns and questions about lobular breast cancer. This roundtable discussion is hosted […]
Join us at the fourth annual Northwest Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference for the most current information on treatments, research trials, patient support and national issues for metastatic/stage IV breast cancer (MBC) and lobular breast cancer (ILC). Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, attendance is free, but registration is required.
Join us on Tuesday, September 17th at 8 pm EDT/5 pm PDT for our FREE national webinar: Navigating Insurance: Hot Topics During Cancer. Come hear from insurance expert, lawyer, and patient advocate, Monica Bryant from Triage Cancer as she explores: How to pick the best insurance plan for you Understanding your EOB, step therapy, and access barriers […]
