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June 2008
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Our vision: A world without breast cancer

A world without breast cancer
Our Promise: To save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find cures.

In the News

Dr. Eric WinerProviding perspective on recent advances
A number of developments for women with breast cancer came out of the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting May 30-June 3 in Chicago. Read  perspective from our very own Chief Scientific Advisor,
Dr. Eric Winer, on the latest breast cancer news and important developments for patients and survivors.

Hala Moddelmog - HELP Senate HearingLaunching a crusade against cancer 
Hala Moddelmog, a 6-year breast cancer survivor and president and CEO of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, recently testified before a special hearing of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on the need for comprehensive legislation to address the nation’s cancer crisis. See how she challenged Senators to unite in defeating cancer.

What's Up?

Passionately Pink for the CureShow your true colors
Registration for Passionately Pink for the Cure® is now open! You can make a difference that will be felt around the world. Simply pick a day to wear pink and donate $5 or more to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Groups can select any day, or days, from now through October 2008 to go "Passionately Pink" and show their true colors. Register today!

Susan G. Komen National Race for the CureThousands set to Race for the Cure
On Saturday, June 7, thousands of runners and walkers from across the country, including more than 3,500 breast cancer survivors, will gather at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to participate in the 19th annual
Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure®. Interested in joining them in person? Learn how you can still participate.

Supporting Our Cause

 Lace up for the Cure - New Balance

Lace 'em up
Get a running start on spreading breast cancer awareness with New Balance's Lace Up for the Cure® program.

 Chapstick

Help kiss breast cancer good-bye
ChapStick® furthers the breast cancer message with their pink triple pack program.

 Fiesta for the Cure - On the Border

Fiesta for the Cure®
Fight breast cancer…and your hunger with On the Border’s promotion to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

 Carlisle

Fabric of hope
For 10 years, the Carlisle Collection has helped raise awareness and funds to support our promise.

 

 

 

 
















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Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®
6/7   -  Hartford, CT
         -  Plano, TX
         -  Washington, D.C.
6/15 -  Albuquerque, NM

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Breast Cancer 3-Day®Because everyone deserves a lifetime. Learn more

Coming to a city near you!

 
Komen on the GoKomen On the Go™ is back! We're touring the country teaching people everywhere to take charge of their breast health and join the breast cancer movement.
See where we'll be next!


...that 1,990 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in men in the U.S. during 2008?

...that we have an endearing new resource to help children understand breast cancer: The Hope Tree: Kids Talk About Breast Cancer

... that Art for the Cure™ is traveling to Arizona and will be on exhibit August 30-October 26, 2008 at the Phoenix Art Museum?

...that you can be a Passionately Pink for the Cure Fan on Facebook?


Promise Shop

Co-Survivor Ball CapShow everyone that you promote breast cancer awareness in this stylish Co-Survivor Ball Cap.

Golf ShirtHave Dad show his support for the fight to end breast cancer with this trendy polo style golf shirt.



Men's Pajama PantsThese men’s pajama pants are perfect for fighting breast cancer and lounging on weekend mornings



50 to 80 percent of the purchase price of all products sold will support our promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever.

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