PBCC News
Supporting survivors & thrivers, educating communities, and inspiring progress throughout Pennsylvania.
Recent Stories
Survivor Spotlight: Milla Cassidy, Union County
“The C word was very scary. I couldn’t say it for a very long time. I didn’t share that with my husband or my kids for about two weeks. I thought it was a mistake.”
Survivor Spotlight: Shannon Gottesman
“It was following my first mammogram after I had turned 40.”
Survivor Spotlight: Sue Quackenbush
“I am no stranger to challenges.”
Survivor Spotlight: Melissa Rowse
“Stay positive. Stay active. Stay vigilant. You can and will get through this!”
Survivor Spotlight: Amanda Searight
Breast cancer has taught me to live a little more each day, to love harder and never stop!
Survivor Spotlight: Connie Bootz
“Please, PLEASE share with everyone the importance of regular screening mammograms. Early detection is key.”
Survivor Spotlight: Cara Sapida
“You are stronger than you know.”
Survivor Spotlight: Marie Mulvenna
“Early detection through consistent mammograms is crucial – it truly saves lives”
Survivor Spotlight: Shannon Gottesman
Survivor Spotlight: Jamil Rivers
Survivor Spotlight: Jennifer Preuss
Survivor Spotlight: Maria Borneman
Stories of Impact
Sharing the experiences and voices of breast cancer survivors & thrivers
Every story tells a journey of courage, resilience, and hope. By amplifying these voices, we build a community where no one faces breast cancer alone, and every experience offers strength to others.







