Dear MBCN Member,
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Hello, my name is Joani and I have been living with metastatic breast cancer for the last 2 1/2 years. For the last 18 months I have been a member of MBCN, most recently serving on the Board of Directors, the Awareness/Advocacy Committee and as Story Editor.
When I was first diagnosed, I felt powerless, burdened and alone. I now know that I am not alone in experiencing the struggles, losses and complex emotions triggered by this disease. As a result of my work with MBCN, I feel stronger, supported and useful. Through advocating for increased awareness of metastatic breast cancer, helping you tell your stories and fighting for treatments to extend our lives, I feel a renewed sense of purpose.
This month Voices focuses on stories--we all have one to tell. Whether it is our own story or that of another, stories enable connectedness and inspiration. It's one of the most popular features on our website, so we invite you to help us out and send us your story - let your voice be heard!
Joani Gudeman
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| Featured Member Stories | |
 | Sue - Living with mets for 15 years!
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Sue's story: A runner who still likes being active.
In 1996, on my 50th birthday, I was diagnosed with metastatic cancer to my bones. I had never had cancer. I was a runner, and for a few months my back had been aching, especially when I ran.
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 | | Pamela - living well with liver mets |
Pamela's story: Being ready to deal with a new treatment
In February, 2005, after a routine mammography, I was diagnosed as stage 1. One month later, I was informed it was probably stage 2. Then my oncologist ordered a scan to "make sure the cancer hadn't spread." Wow... that had never even occurred to me. I was stunned that cancer spread was even a possibility.
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Send us your story
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Our Story Editor, Joani, is ready to help you, so send her your draft and together you'll create something great! 500 word maximum, but no minimum. Photo is optional and you choose if you want to use your full name, first name or even a screen name.
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MBCN is a national, independent, patient-led, nonprofit advocacy group dedicated to the unique concerns of the women and men living with metastatic breast cancer. We strive to help those living with stage IV breast cancer be their own best advocate through providing education and information on treatments and coping with the disease.
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MBCN is a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization.
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Save the Date
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October 29, 2011
MBCN
Annual Conference
Baltimore, MD
Johns Hopkins University Medical Center
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Upcoming Events
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June 4-7
ASCO Annual Meeting
Chicago
"Patients, Pathways, Progress"
 June 17
New York City
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Quote of the Month
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Never
doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
Margaret Mead
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