by Mary Atwater, YSC Digital Media Manager | Nov 18, 2016
With all the changes happening in Washington DC, you might be concerned about the possible impact on health insurance coverage of cancer patients, especially around pre-existing conditions. We understand your concerns. We will vigilantly monitor the situation around...
by Mary Atwater, YSC Digital Media Manager | Oct 31, 2016
Although today marks the end of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, breast cancer awareness does not end today. We must continue to take action year-round to ensure that young women stop dying from this disease. This month we focused on the realities of breast cancer....
by Ann Marie Potter, MA, OTR/L, Occupational Therapy Lecturer, Survivor, YSC RISE Legacy Advocate | Oct 17, 2016
Changing My Identity In December 2006, I was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer at the age of 38. At this point in my life, my identity was wife, mother of three boys–ages 3, 2, and 11 months–and lecturer of occupational therapy. In a moment, my identity...
by Jennifer Merschdorf, YSC CEO | Sep 30, 2016
I think it’s pretty safe to say we’re all aware that tomorrow marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You’re probably reading this wondering what YSC has in store this year as we take the stage and raise our voices to the world on behalf of all young...
by Daisy Rivera, MSW, LCSW, Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Instructor | Sep 26, 2016
Sat Nam What do the following women have in common? Diana Prince (Wonder Woman), Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games), Hermione Granger (Harry Potter), Natasha Ramanova (Black Widow from The Avengers), Rey (Star Wars: The Force Awakens), and Princess Merida (Disney’s...
by Medha Sutliff, YSC Alum | Sep 12, 2016
RISE: Respected Influences through Science and Education It’s been nearly a year since we launched our exciting breast cancer advocacy training program: RISE. We selected 10 incredible RISE Advocates who spent the last year learning about the science of breast cancer...
by Lisa Rezende, PhD, Vice President for Education at FORCE | Sep 5, 2016
What Do Young Breast Cancer Survivors Need to Know? September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. The American Cancer Society estimates that 22,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year. There is no reliable method to screen for ovarian cancer, so most...
by Mary Atwater, YSC Digital Media Manager | Aug 26, 2016
National Dog Day celebrates dogs of all shapes and sizes. It honors the four-legged best friends who bring comfort during challenging times and joy into our lives every day. Instead of me talking about how incredible the YSC dogs are, I’m going to let them do the...
by Michelle Esser, YSC Senior Program Manager, Research and Advocacy | Aug 15, 2016
Staying current with recent breast cancer research news, especially when it pertains to young women, is essential. It is also important that young women participate in ongoing research so that our population is well-represented in data and the results meaningful to...
by Christina Hill, YSC Alum | Aug 5, 2016
As an organization that helps support young women affected by breast cancer, we come across people who want to do more. They want to help spread the word that young women can and do get breast cancer. Many times these are women who found support in what we offer and...
by Joseph H. Dayan, M.D. Plastic Surgeon Director, Lymphatic Surgery & Research Program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Jul 25, 2016
Lymphedema—permanent swelling in the arm or breast following removal of lymph nodes—is typically not a big concern for women initially diagnosed with breast cancer. The clear priority is to treat the tumor, which leaves lymphedema on the back burner…until it becomes...
by Megan McCann, YSC Director of Programs | Jul 8, 2016
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, living with metastatic disease or several years out from diagnosis, YSC’s conferences are designed just for you. Our one-day and three-day conferences help to empower and connect you to a larger community of young survivors and...
by Michelle Esser, YSC Senior Program Manager, Research and Advocacy | Jun 20, 2016
Staying on top of recent breast cancer research news, especially when it pertains to young women, is essential. It is also important that young women participate in ongoing research so that our population is well-represented in data and the results meaningful to young...
by Claire Rose, Co-Survivor | May 8, 2016
It was the summer before fifth grade and I was buying fireworks for the 4th of July when my mom got the terrifying call from her doctor. I didn’t really understand what that meant at the time, but I remember sitting with my mom and grandparents with tears streaming...
