Just because the month of October is about to end, doesn't mean we should stop promoting breast cancer awareness. I am not asking you (or even myself) to constantly give out information or to only buy pink ribbon items.
Volunteer not your money, but your time and mind to a great cause.
Remember those who have suffered, support survivors of this cruel disease.
Remember those little moments that are precious and often taken for granted.
Take care of yourself, mentally, physically and spiritually.
Just found about this. Better late than never.
On the Leesh Productions is excited to announce the release of “Click for Your Mama”, a new What You Can Do video created in partnership with The Breast Cancer Site. With dancing, music and powerful facts about breast cancer, the video encourages viewers to click to donate free mammograms at The Breast Cancer Site. The site aims to donate 500 mammograms to women in need by October 31 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.
The video features song “Take Your Mama” by the Scissor Sisters, which was generously donated courtesy of Universal Music, Spirit Music Group and the Scissor Sisters. View “Click for Your Mama” on The Breast Cancer Site's You Tube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/BreastCancerSite.
The video is part of What You Can Do, a series spotlighting easy and powerful ways to help solve important issues such as breast cancer, global warming, world hunger and poverty. In 2010, What You Can Do episodes screen online each weekday on the What You Can Do web site and You Tube. To view the series and for more information, visit: http://www.whatyoucando365.com.
On the Leesh Productions is a New York City based company that creates film, web series and corporate video. For more information about On the Leesh, visit: http://www.ontheleesh.com/.
The Breast Cancer Site was founded to help fund free mammograms for women in need — women for whom early detection would not otherwise be possible. Since its launch in October 2000, the site has established itself as a leader in online activism and in the fight to prevent breast cancer deaths. Visit The Breast Cancer Site at: http://www.thebreastcancersite.com.
A recent study performed at Texas A&M University revealed that peaches and plums may present an even sweeter, juicier treat in their ability to fight breast cancer. According to research scientists Dr. Luis Cisneros-Zevallos and Dr. David Byrne from AgriLife Research at Texas A&M, extracts found in commercial varieties of peaches and plums have been shown to kill breast cancer cells while not harming normal cells.
The AgriLife research scientists identified two phenolic compounds within the Rich Lady peach and Black Splendor plum that are responsible for killing the cancer cells. Phenols are organic compounds that occur in fruits and may affect traits such as aroma, taste or color. Stone fruits such as peaches and plums have especially high levels of phenols.
The objective of the study was to evaluate the cancer suppression activity of extracts from a commercial variety of a yellow-fleshed peach and a red-fleshed plum and identify the phenolic fractions that may possess potential as chemopreventive and/or chemotherapeutic natural compounds. Based on analysis of phenolic compounds, both peach and plum extracts effectively inhibited the proliferation of the estrogen independent MDA-MB-435 breast cancer cells while not affecting normal cells.
The researchers concluded that the phenolic compounds examined in breast cancer and normal cells (in-vitro studies) and confirmed in mice models (in-vivo studies) have potential as chemopreventive dietary compounds, however, more research is required before understanding this application to humans.
Darryle Pollack, an artist, who interviewed on Connecting Women Radio, is now selling Boobalas, "the ultimate extensiopn of my mosaic art, and as a breast cancer survivor, bring my cancer journey full circle, " Darryle says.
"Maybe it takes someone who doesn’t wear one anymore –to think “outside the bra”– to use my experiences to create a unique spin on what we call Breast Awareness. I call Boobalas “putting the zest in the breast”—combining a little imagination… irreverence…. and inspiration," Darryle continues.
But after years of selling locally and by commission Darryle is putting her art online. She also is giving away $100 worth of Amazon gift certificates as a bonus. "I think you will appreciate Boobalas, which range from imaginative to inspirational and to very irreverent," she says.
How awesome is this: 50% of all profits will go to cancer causes. Visit Darryle's Boobalas.
Like a game of tug-o-war, the leaders of the Swim Challenge keep going back and forth. With over 2,000 participants logging their hours in the pool, ocean or lake each day and exchanging light-hearted barbs via Twitter and Facebook, the Swim Challenge is proving to be the ultimate grudge match between men and women.
"It’s been a phenomenal success with participants joining from all over the world," says Olivier Laguette, Director of Marketing for Aqua Sphere, the sponsor of the Swim Challenge – an event designed to support both breast cancer and prostate cancer research.
Since its launch on April 1, the Swim Challenge has attracted international participation with the majority of swimmers coming from the U.S., but also with participants from 49 other countries such as Spain, France, Switzerland, Italy and Canada.
The website’s "leader meter," which tracks the total time swam (men vs. women), has shown the lead alternating between each gender. While the ladies started strong with more women swimming fewer hours, the men rallied back to take the lead (for now) with fewer swimmers swimming longer hours. But what really matters is the "Donation Dashboard."
Rather than simply write a check, Aqua Sphere, the company that promotes comfort and long-lasting performance in the water, has pledged $35,000to be split between the Prostate Cancer Foundation (men) and The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (women)– how that money is divided is determined by the cumulative hours swam by each gender. The "Donation Dashboard" displays the current breakdown of those funds.
"The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is thrilled to be associated with the Swim Challenge because it not only helps fund research for breast cancer, but also aims to empower women and promote a healthy lifestyle," said Robbie Finke Franklin, BCRF Director of Marketing. "We encourage women everywhere to sign up and start swimming – every minute counts!"
The Swim Challenge will run through November 30; swimmers of all abilities can sign-up and sign on to www.swimchallenge.orgeach day to log their hours (not their laps) in the water.
Aqua Sphere, the originator of the "swim mask," is widely known for their line of comfortable aquatic eyewear including the popular Seal and Vista masks and the Kaiman and Kayenne goggles. Designed for form and function, swimmers can simply fit the frames to their face and forget about them while they enjoy swimming for time, distance, exercise or just fun.
About Aqua Sphere Aqua Sphere is the worldwide brand of choice for swimming gear, based on the highest industry standards of design and innovation. Launched in the mid-90s as a division of the diving industry leader Aqua Lung, Aqua Sphere is committed to supplying eye protection for dedicated or casual swimmers, enabling them to feel safe, comfortable and at home in the water. The company’s numerous innovations include the Seal, the first swim mask featuring 180° vision and Kaiman, the first panoramic goggle. For more information, call (800) 775-3483, or log on to www.aquasphereswim.com.
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® (BCRF) The Breast Cancer Research Foundation® was founded in 1993 by Evelyn H. Lauder as an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to funding innovative clinical and translational research. In October 2009, BCRF awarded nearly $28.5 million to 173 scientists across the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia. Last year, more than 88 cents of each dollar donated to the Foundation went directly to breast cancer research and awareness programs. And the American Institute of Philanthropyhas awarded the Foundation its highest possible rating of A+. BCRF is the only breast cancer organization to receive this accolade; and is the only cancer organization to currently hold this ranking. For more information about BCRF, visit www.bcrfcure.org.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) was founded in 1993 to find better treatments and a cure for prostate cancer. Through its unique model for soliciting and selecting promising research programs and rapid deployment of resources, the PCF has funded more than 1,500 programs at nearly 200 research centers in 20 countries around the world. The PCF is a force of HOPE for more than 16 million men and their families around the world who are currently facing the disease. For more information, visit www.prostatecancerfoundation.org
At a time when 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and only half of cases are tied to traditional risk factors, the Breast Cancer Fund is looking to our environment for risks--and solutions.
Watch and share the video, "Breast Cancer Prevention Starts With Us," to learn more: www.breastcancerfund.org/preventionstartswithus.
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an edgy new stationery company, Foxy Blunt, developed a card that gives friends, families and caregivers of young women battling breast cancer a new tool-- an opportunity to share a moment of strength and humor with their affected loved ones.
If you've ever experienced a loved one suffering from any form of cancer, it's often hard to find the right words to tell them how you feel. For some people, "Thinking of You.... as you bitch-slap cancer" might convey just the right sentiment. The artwork created for the card reflects the talented and highly stylish design approach by Foxy Blunt's founders, Jennifer Morrison and Danielle Caro.
It's a little known fact that every year, approximately 11,000 women in the US are diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 40 or under. In fact, breast cancer accounts for 26 percent of all cancer in females 15-39 years of age and 39 percent of all cancer in 35-39 year olds.1 However, most research is focused on post- menopausal women, with pre-menopausal women --particularly those in their 20s and 30s -- dramatically under-represented.
Foxy Blunt and the Young Survival Coalition recently formed a partnership where the central goal is to raise awareness of young women battling breast cancer through the use of a bold greeting card. The new cancer card is blank inside, and retails for $4.95, with 50% of the proceeds going directly to Young Survival Coalition. It is available for purchase online at www.foxyblunt.com.
This month Ralph Lauren's Pink Pony initiative, which raises awareness and funds in support of the fight against cancer, celebrates its 10th anniversary. With a focus on breast cancer, Pink Pony supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research, and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. Ten percent of proceeds from Pink Pony products benefits the Pink Pony Fund.
To mark the 10th Anniversary and support this important cause, Ralph Lauren has partnered with chairtybuzz to auction over 200 unique items and experiences through Thursday, October 21st. Visit the site to bid on items including a portrait by a Ralph Lauren Photographer or for the chance to host your child's birthday at the Ralph Lauren Store in London.
Or, if you're looking for a smaller way to give back, you can send a $10 donation to the Pink Pony Fund by texting PINKPONY to 501501.
Image via WikipediaOften times, when does not realize how expensive treatments and preventions may be due to breast cancer. Some may not have strong health care coverage, or any at all, or some may not have emergency savings. As part of the posting a day right here on Connecting Women, I am looking for resources, information, donations, anything to do with making readers aware of this disease.
I came on to Breast Cancer Relief Foundation. Although, I don't much about this Foundation, I found it interesting to me because the Foundation provides financial assistance to low income people diagnosed with breast cancer. "These funds are granted to cancer treatment institutions /hospitals that treat breast cancer patients. This program is administered by the institution’s social services to assist patients with costs associated with treatment while away from home," written on the Breast Cancer Relief Foundation's site.
National Cancer Institute offers a wide variety of free publications on all sorts of illnesses, diseases and cancers, including breast cancer. Click here to see what kind of publications are available.
National Breast Cancer Awareness is not just all about donating money or supporting businesses that donate money to different cancer funds and groups. It is also about the time to be aware and to be up to date on the latest information on breast cancer and related issues.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Chances are we may know someone who has had to fight this disease. It is important for all to be educated on breast cancer issues because not only does it affect females, but males as well. Remember these are not just people, they are someone's relative, friend and neighbor.
Donating to different causes dosn't have to be expensive, thanks to the Internet you can join in postings, tweeting etc. Often times, companies like Milano and others will donate on your behalf to a cause.
So if you are on Facebook, listen up. If you are not, join Facebook, and then listen up: When someone posts a personal Milano Moment on Milano's Facebook Page in October, Pepperidge Farm will donate $.50 per Moment up to $50,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
As most of us know all too well, there are lots of fun things to do on Facebook! From Farmville to catching up with old friends, it's easy to get caught up in a virtual frenzy. However, whenever we learn of a Facebook app that lets us inspire others and contribute to a worthy cause, we can't help but spread the word far and wide!
That's why we're so excited to tell you about the "Hello My Name is Hope" campaign, presented by Quill.com, a leading business-to-business online and direct marketer of office products. To boost breast cancer awareness, Quill.com is inviting all Facebook users to post and personalize virtual "Hello My Name is Hope" stickers on their profiles to honor both survivors and victims of the disease. The familiar "Hello My Name Is" stickers take on new meaning with personalized messages of hope and support shared across the Facebook community. For every sticker shared, Quill.com will donate $1 - up to $20,000 - to City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center dedicated to research, treatment and education.
Throughout October, every sticker created will be displayed in a community gallery on the Quill.com Facebook page, creating a virtual wall of breast cancer messages and images.
Because breast cancer is a disease that has impacted the lives of so many women all over the world, Quill.com is hoping to give a voice to those affected. And because they believe in the power of Moms, they're turning to our community to spread this powerful message of hope.
Nearly 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year and some 40,000 die from the disease. October is breast cancer month, 31 days dedicated to honoring, remembering and helping these mothers, sisters, grandmothers, aunts and friends.
You can do your part, and get an amazing product all at the same time. Essential Journeys (www.essentialjourneys.com) is a handcrafted, all-natural soap company. Created by a woman, Essential Journeys gives back to women. Each Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Soap sold donates 5% of the profits to cancer programs and research. It is beautiful, is preservative free and has a rich, creamy lather.
Essential Journeys is unlike any other soap company. It offers creative, whimsical and cruelty free soaps, lotions and lip balms.
Last night on Twitter, I saw the hashtag: #ProjectPink, but I was unsure what it was, so I asked one of my tweeps (a person who dialogues with you on Twitter). They lead me to Ms Pink's blog, where they had a post on using the hashtag #ProjectPink.
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, PUMA is going to donate $1, up to a maximum of $25,000 to a winning charity that you have voted at http://puma.promo.eprize.com/pink/. 100% of the charity raising will be given to the winning charity.
In honor of BreastCancer Awareness Month, Dandelion Earth-Friendly Goods, makers of eco-conscious and organic tote bags and baby items, are taking their do-good mission a step further. They are donating a percentage of the profits from their Pink Collection of tote bags and toys to the National BreastCancer Foundation. But not just for this month – all year long.And for the month of October only, Dandelion is offering customers 25 percent off on their Pink Tote bags with thecoupon code: PINK.
The organic cotton canvas bag comes in six different designs and is perfect for students who don’t enjoy using the ordinary backpack, mother’s who need extra room for essentials, those who enjoy going on trips, and anyone who loves organic products that make a statement.
Since October is BreastCancer Awareness Month women are looking for ways to support the cause and Dandelion Earth-Friendly Goods gives them with an opportunity to donate to breastcancer research while providing them a product that offers functionality and is eco-conscious.
Image via WikipediaThere are a variety of businesses that are offering special savings and discounts to consumers in raising funds for breast cancer research. Throughout the month of October, I will be mentioning some businesses that are doing such on random days. Fortunately, there are many businesses doing social good by this, but unfortunately, I can't list every single business that is doing something for national breast cancer awareness. However, I will try to do my best to mention different types of businesses when I post. Since this is the 11th day, I will post 11 businesses.
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, among other themes. There are many ways that we can help during this month by educating, donating our time or money. Whatever methods of help you do, remember that you are making a difference for you and your loved ones.
Buy products that support research funding towards breast cancer.
Read blogs that discuss breast cancer topics.
Join run-walk events that support health organizations.
Get the scheduled medical checkups (yes male or female).
Be supportive of someone who is fighting breast cancer by being there for them, sending them gifts, etc.
Dialogue openly with your family, friends, coworkers and others about the importance of being educated on breast cancer.
Write to Congress to demand better health care and more funding in medical research.
I am interested in knowing what others you are helping or how you have helped. List your thoughts in the comments sections.
This month Ralph Lauren's Pink Pony initiative, which raises awareness and funds in support of the fight against cancer, celebrates its 10th anniversary. With a focus on breast cancer, Pink Pony supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research, and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. Ten percent of proceeds from Pink Pony products benefits the Pink Pony Fund. 
Image via WikipediaOften times, when does not realize how expensive treatments and preventions may be due to breast cancer. Some may not have strong health care coverage, or any at all, or some may not have emergency savings. As part of the posting a day right here on Connecting Women, I am looking for resources, information, donations, anything to do with making readers aware of this disease.
