Survivor Spotlight: Jackie Ricords
Jackie Ricords was just 41 with a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old when she found out she had breast cancer. She had…
Mammogram Outreach Digital Toolkit
Thousands of women missed their mammograms during the COVID-19 pandemic. The PA Breast Cancer Coalition has launched a statewide initiative to…
Philadelphia Inquirer Article Features PBCC Patient Advocacy
Extra, Extra! The PA Breast Cancer Coalition’s patient advocacy is featured in a Philadelphia Inquirer article, which tells the story of…
COVID-19 Health Insurance Relief
The American Rescue Plan, which was signed into law by President Biden, includes provisions which will make health insurance more affordable for…
Online Support Groups for Cancer Patients or Caregivers
During this time of COVID and social distancing, connecting with support groups can be challenging. Here are some online support groups…
Patient Advocacy: Hair to Stay
Scalp cooling is a process that minimizes chemotherapy-induced hair loss by continuous application of precisely cooled caps (either individual caps or…
Sen. Casey, PBCC Fight for Pre-existing Conditions Protections
There is a critical issue on the line in our country… again. If the U.S. Supreme Court votes to repeal the…
Screening vs. Diagnostic Mammograms
One of the most frequent questions we hear is “What is the difference between screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms?” followed by…
Patient Advocacy Tip: Help with Pet Costs During Cancer
CancerCare recognizes that pets are an integral part of a cancer patient’s support network and developed this program to address the distinct…
Patient Advocacy Tip: Fertility Financial Assistance for Breast Cancer Survivors
Fertility Program for Cancer Survivors Some women who go through cancer treatment find that they cannot have children afterward as chemotherapy…