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Susan G. Komen was founded in 1982
by Nancy Brinker to honor her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died of breast cancer
at age 36. Nancy promised her sister, Suzy, that she would do everything in her
power to end breast cancer. Founded in 1996, the Charlotte affiliate is one of
122 across the nation, with three international affiliates in Italy, Germany
and Puerto Rico. Komen Charlotte focuses on breast health education,
screenings, diagnostic services, and treatment support for uninsured and
underinsured people in a 13-county service area. In York County, S.C., Komen
Charlotte supports BEST CHANCE NETWORK that provides screenings and diagnostic
services to low-income individuals, including the Catawba Indian Nation
Reservation.
Carolinas HealthCare System’s
Levine Cancer Institute is working to define the future of cancer care – where
innovations in research and treatment are brought closer to home for patients
to improve outcomes and quality of life.
Levine Cancer Institute is changing the course of cancer care by
removing barriers that separate patients from world-class research and
treatment. A commitment to innovative therapies and dedicated service is a
hallmark of the Breast Cancer Program at the Levine Cancer Institute.
Specifically, event proceeds will support the future expansion of Project Pink into York County, S.C. This
program offers free mammography screenings at accessible locations, including
annual screening mammogram; if recommended, a diagnostic follow-up exam; and if
recommended, biopsy. Uninsured women, ages 35+, are encouraged to participate
in this free screening.
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