Just a little Monday reminder that early detection and breast self-exam’s save lives. B4BC supporter Denise Cross stopped by our booth recently to share this message… “Yippee I am a 5-year breast cancer survivor! I owe B4BC such a big hug because it was at this booth many years ago I learned how to do…
“To me, cancer is one of the most unfortunate afflictions in the world. It’s devastating and I wouldn’t wish it upon anybody. About two years ago, my aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer. It had a vast effect on my family. But when she stayed strong, pushed through and became a cancer survivor, we felt such overwhelming relief. I saw the strength that was needed to get through the hardship and it made me realize that I wanted to do everything I could to help prevent myself from cancer. When I was introduced to B4BC, I was very glad to join the team. Now, I can use my passion for skateboarding as a way to help myself stay healthy and active to help prevent cancer.” – Allysha Bergado
This past weekend at the SuperGirl Pro we had the privilege of meeting the Rios Family—who know, all too well, the importance of early detection. Unfortunately, this lovely family lost their 26-year-young sister to breast cancer last year.
It’s personal for Erin Clemens who was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 25, after being told she was overreacting to a lump she found. Erin followed her instincts and pressed for more testing, which determined that she did in fact, have breast cancer.
IT’S PERSONAL // for Tory Brumm-Ward and best friend Andrea Du Bois. Tory was diagnosed with breast cancer in September of 2011 at the age of 26 years old. Tory and Andrea volunteered in our B4BC educational outreach booth last week at the 2012 summer X Games.
Living a healthy and active lifestyle and spreading a positive message goes far beyond just my love for snowboarding. A few members in my family have struggled with cancer, one being my father, who passed away from lung cancer when I was 14.
It’s Personal for B4BC’s intern Shannon Dieringer – a long-time supporter of B4BC, South Bay native and healthy, active girl!
IT’S PERSONAL // B4BC’s Crystal Yang was at the Beachley Classic all last week in Dee Why, Australia with our surf team riders. While there she caught up with team rider Malia Manuel to share why breast cancer is personal for her… [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97u9FSBRJi4]
This week, Alana Kessler, founder of Sangha Yoga Shala in Brooklyn, NY, is sharing her story with us. Read on and learn why It’s Personal for Alana. When I was asked to share a personal story about my relationship with breast cancer, I have to admit I was nervous. Though breast cancer has been the whisper…
We would like to introduce Amanda Greene, our newest member and Director of Development! This week, we are sharing her story. Read on to learn how Amanda became involved with B4BC and why It’s Personsal. I’ll never forget the day breast cancer became personal to me. I came home to my husband, Josh, sitting in the…