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BCA Survivorship Celebration
We hope that you are planning to attend the BCA's 15th Annual Survivorship Celebration on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at the Cl overnook Country Club.
A very special part of this celebration is an opportunity to recognize those in our community who are making a difference in the fight against breast cancer. We are currently accepting nominations for the Linda K. Heines Award of Inspiration and Hope. Nominations are due June 30, 2010.
To download a nomination form click here:
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BCA Wall of Hope
The Wall of Hope is a traveling display that features over 150 photographs of breast cancer survivors from greater Cincinnati. Each photo contains infor mation about the survivor.
If you would like to be included on the Wall of Hope, there are two opportunities for your photo to be taken:
-The week of July 12-16, 2010 at B&B Studios 3904 Virginia Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45227
-At the BCA Survivorship Celebration October 23, 2010 at the Clovernook Country Club
If you choose to go to B&B Studios July 12-16, please give photographer Tim Bonn a call to set up your appointment: 513-272-2456.
If you choose to have your photo taken on October 23, there will be details about setting up an appointment provided in the event invitation.
To be included on the Wall of Hope you must
be a breast cancer survivor living in the greater Cincinnati area and a member of the BCA.
To download a Wall of Hope application form please go to:
http://www.bcacincy.org/images/WallofHope.pdf
and bring the form with you to your photo session.
Questions: bcacincy@yahoo.com or 513-530-0545
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Cincinnati Breast Cancer and the Environment Research Center (BCERC)
The 6th Annual Educational Forum Looking Upstream for Environmental Links to Breast Cancer was held on Saturday, April 24, 2010. The BCA was a co-sponsor of the event and many of our members attended.
Speakers included: Ken Setchell, PhD, who discussed the relationship between soy and breast cancer; Glendon Zinser, PhD, who discussed his research on vitamin D and breast cancer; and Frank Biro, MD provided updates about his research on puberty and its relationship to the risk of breast cancer later in life.
For those who missed the event, please click here for a recap of the Key Points from the three presentations.
You can also view speakers PowerPoint slides at:
http://www.eh.uc.edu/growingupfemale/
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Linda Croucher Receives Serenity Award
Congratulations to BCA member Linda Croucher who received the 2010 Serenity Award at the Cincinnati Susan G. Komen for the Cure's Power of a Promise event.
 Linda was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1995 at the age of 35 and is the 4th generation in her family to have breast cancer. She dedicates her time and energy to fight the disease because she wants to ensure that her two daughters will not be her family's 5th generation to face the disease.
Over the past 15 years, Linda has worked in many areas to make a difference. She currently serves on the BCA Board of Directors as Advocacy Chair and her duties involve communicating with a National Action Network about legislative issues and organizing the annual trip to Washington, DC for BCA members.
Linda also serves as the Ohio Field Coordinator for the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC). In this role, Linda contacts every federal representative and senator in Ohio, keeping them informed about breast health issues. She initiates the National Action Network to encourage advocates around the state to contact their legislators about these important issues. In 2009, Linda was honored by the NBCC and former President Bill Clinton for her work.
Linda has also volunteered for the Cincinnati Breast Cancer and the Environment Research Center (BCERC). This Center is investigating how the mammary gland develops and the environmental impacts that effect that development. There is a human study of young girls associated with this research that focuses on puberty. Linda helped to develop a coloring book for the girls, some as young as six years old, to explain the research study they would be involved in.
Linda has been an active volunteer for Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Last year Linda served on the Community Needs Assessment committee. Linda also raised $1000 for the 2009 Race for the Cure and in 2010, she served on the grant review committee.
Linda has been battling metastatic disease for over five years. While the cancer has spread to multiple parts of her body, Linda keeps on fighting.
We are so proud of Linda! This award recognizes Linda's accomplishments, talents and strengths. Linda needs your help to continue the important work that she is so focused on. Please join the Action Network and add your voice to eradicate breast cancer by contacting us at bcacincy@yahoo.com.
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Know Breast Cancer Site
 KnowBreastCancer.org, a new breast cancer research website has just been launched! Find in-depth information on controversies in breast cancer, breaking news from research conferences, and access to original research article. Click here to access the site KnowBreastCancer.org
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Thank You!
 BCA member Molly Hodapp organized a recent fundraiser at the Clovernook Country Club and raised over $3,000.
Molly recruited breast cancer survivors to volunteer their time and serve the guests at the club. Club patrons generously donated to this event and the BCA.
We thank you Molly and the members of the Clovernook Country Club for your support!Back to Top |
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Breast Cancer Alliance of Greater Cincinnati (BCA) PO Box 42505 Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-530-0545
Editor: Conrad Neumann
email: bcacincy@yahoo.com
web site: www.bcacincy.org
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