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Miami South Newsletter 

10.11.13  

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Nancy Brinker

Founder and Chair, Global Strategy, Susan G. Komen 

 

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, JustAskBoo continues its candid conversation with part-time South Florida resident Nancy Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen�, an organization that launched the global breast cancer movement.


If you had one message for women about their breast health, and especially younger women, what would it be?

Take care of you. Get educated about breast cancer and take action for your health. We have so much information on komen.org about breast cancer risks, what you should be looking for, the screenings that you should get, questions to ask your doctor. And for younger women, know that you're not immune if you're under 40 - I was in my mid-30s when I was diagnosed and Suzy died at 36. You're also not immune because there's no history of breast cancer in your family. The two most common risk factors for breast cancer are being a woman and getting older. Every woman owes it to herself and her loved ones to be aware of this disease.

 

What are urgent needs that you think need to be met in breast cancer today? Five years? Ten years down the road?

Some of our scientists tell us that if we could eliminate disparities in treatment, we could reduce breast cancer death rates by a third or more. That means that we have to be sure that every woman and man has access to high-quality cancer care. So many people in our society don't - the uninsured, low-income women, people who don't have enough insurance or enough money to get good care. These are the people that Komen has been helping for years. We funded half a million screenings for uninsured women last year alone, and we provided funds that helped 50,000 women and families pay for co-pays, surgery, patient support programs. We even put food on the table and helped with living expenses.

 

What do you find most frustrating about the progress of the past 30 years? 

Well, I had hoped that we would have found the cures for this disease a long time ago. We've been very effective with some forms of breast cancer, especially when it's caught early, but we have so much to do to solve the metastatic forms of the disease that will kill 40,000 women and men this year alone. Susan G. Komen has funded more breast cancer research than any other nonprofit; we're second only to the federal government. And while we've done quite a bit, we have quite a bit left to do.  

 

What is your advice for people looking to follow their passion and start a non-profit?

Be ready to work really, really hard. Be ready to be disappointed. Be ready to be told no. Be ready to be told 'it can't be done,' and do it anyway.    

 

To learn more about Susan G. Komen�, click HERE

 



 


Dinner is Served
From Liane Del Valle Sanchez:  REPLY
My husband's birthday is coming up and since my parents (aka babysitters) are out of town for a month, I need to do something that will involve my children. I was thinking of an intimate dinner party with my husband's friends and spouses, made even more special by having a chef cook for us. Do you have any recommendations for a great personal chef? Thanks for your suggestions!


Flower Power
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Is there a wedding florist you highly recommend? I need someone who can provide table arrangements, as well as d�cor at the ceremony site and table linens for the reception. I hope to hear from you!


 

 


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Lift My Spirits
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My 27-year-old sister is very depressed. She has a child and her condition is really starting to worry me. She says she wants help, but when I offer suggestions she says she can't take the time off work or afford to see someone. I am not sure what to do. If you have any advice and/or insight, I would love to hear from you.



 

Top Brass
From Selene Devaney:  REPLY
I am in need of a trumpet teacher who is willing to travel to Key Biscayne twice a week to work with an eight-year-old boy in the afternoon/early evening. I will cover travel time and expenses. If you know of someone great, please reply above. Thanks!


Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory by Miami Children's Theater
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A Home in Hawaii
From Lisa Treister:  REPLY
Aloha! We are going to a wedding next year in Kauai and seek recommendations for a condo rental in the Princeville area. All leads are welcome!


  


Nibble Away
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We are traveling to St. Augustine for a couples-only vacation. Do you have any recommendations for great places to eat? Your suggestions are much appreciated.




This year, celebrate Halloween during Spooktober at Zoo Miami with five activities and events for every age: a full-scale haunted house with live actors at Dr. Wilde's Creepy House; an adults-only costume party, The Monster Masquerade, featuring premium cocktails and treats; Spooky Zoo Nights and Zoo Boo for families; and new this year, Halloween Fright Night for young adults. To purchase tickets and to obtain details, click HERE. For more information call 305.251.0400.*



 

 


Head Start

From Cory Everest:  REPLY
Help! I suffer from daily headaches and am looking for a doctor who specializes in this type of pain in the Falls, Kendall or South Miami areas. Your suggestions will be very helpful.


 


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It's Worth It
From Joan Madden:  REPLY
I would like to sell some of my fine china and collectibles and am looking for a reputable appraiser who can evaluate my wares. Is there anyone you suggest I contact? Many thanks.




If You Homeschool or Are Considering It
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Product Placement
From Maria Ibarra:  REPLY
I am looking for a good photographer to shoot and edit photos of around 75 products (hair accessories) for a catalog. Ideally the person will photograph three lifestyle shots of each product. If you have worked with anyone you recommend, I'd love to hear from you.


 


Tile File
From Erika White:  REPLY
Do you know of a reputable granite/tile person who can install flooring and replace granite on an outdoor kitchen? Your replies will be very helpful.


What is 3D Mammography?
From Leslie Frost:  REPLY
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Keep House
From Mary Benevente:  REPLY
We need a great gardener and pool cleaner for our new home behind South Miami High. If you have anyone to recommend, please let me know.


 

White as Snow
From Anonymous:  REPLY
I would like to try an over-the-counter teeth whitening system to get rid of some stubborn stains. If you have tried one and had great results, please send me the name of the brand you used. Thanks!


 


Music to My Ears
From Ansley Splinter:  REPLY
I would like to enroll my eight-month-old in a music class. Due to my work schedule, the only day we can attend is Wednesday. If you know of a music class for babies on Wednesdays, please let me know!


Language Lessons
From Thomas Tremblay:  REPLY
I am looking for a Spanish tutor for a tenth grader. Do you know someone great who can come to our home in the Falls area? I hope to hear from you.





Write In
From Ximena Del Marmol:  REPLY
My school is looking for local authors to participate in its annual reading event. Authors must have a published children's book, ideally for an audience of third to fifth graders. If you know of anyone (we need one English and one Spanish author), please send contact information my way! Thanks for your help.


 


It's A Barbie World
From Sherryl Fleming:  REPLY
I am looking for plastic canvas Barbie doll outfit patterns. If anyone knows where I can find them, please contact me. Thank you!


Vineland K8 Fall Festival Seeking Vendors
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A Bitter Pill
From Misha Cacciatore:  REPLY
Our 14-year-old chocolate Labrador recently passed away. I have a brand new bottle of Dasuquin with MSM (hip supplements for dogs 60+ lbs) and various other joint remedies that I would like to donate. If you know of an organization or person in need, please let me know!


Furniture for Sale!
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Take a Tumble
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