Hi, I’m Kristy and I know nothing about cancer…that was me interviewing for a job at a cancer non-profit 15 years ago. I was fresh out of graduating with my master's in social work and had worked briefly in some hospitals. I knew I loved the medical world, and I knew I loved social work and didn’t know how these would go together.
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Stage 4 Is Not the End by Noshin Saloojee
To All The Beautiful Cancer Community,
“It’s Breast Cancer”. These are words no one wants to hear, let alone at 29 years old.
October 2020 is when it all started, ironically being Breast Cancer Awareness month. I felt a lump. It was in my right breast, a hard and very obvious lump.
Breast Cancer Brain Metastasis: What You Need to Know
Article by: Megan-Claire Chase and Steph Poland
Metastatic breast cancer (MBC) may spread to any part of the body. The most common areas tend to be the bones, liver, lungs, and brain. Even after cancer spreads, it is still named for the area where it began.
Spotlight On: SHARE’s African American Program
What did the African American program look like in its early days?
Dominique: This program was created with the knowledge that women of color are under-represented in the medical field. Because of LatinaSHARE and their successful model, the door was open for us to create a program that addressed the needs of Black women.
Ambassador Spotlight: Kareen Lambert
Tell us about your cancer experience
I have experienced all aspects of cancer as part of my career, volunteerism, advocacy for myself and others, and most importantly as a survivor. I have no regrets about my journey with cancer because it is my belief that it defines my purpose in life.
SHARE is Here for You
Our lives have changed so much in the weeks since the coronavirus pandemic emerged. But some things remain the same. SHARE is here for you, no matter your situation.
What Cancer Patients Should Know About Coronavirus
As cases of the novel coronavirus are reported in the U.S., we want to share some information and resources for cancer patients and update you on what SHARE is doing to prepare.
January Resource Roundup
Welcome to our monthly resource roundup! Each month, we curate study opportunities, new clinical trials, research results, news articles, personal perspectives, and upcoming events of interest to women and families affected by breast, ovarian, or metastatic breast cancer. Below are some links you might find useful.
December Resource Roundup
Welcome to our monthly resource roundup! Each month, we curate study opportunities, new clinical trials, research results, news articles, personal perspectives, and upcoming events of interest to women and families affected by breast, ovarian, or metastatic breast cancer. Below are some links you might find useful.
A Special Thank You To Jackie Reinhard
It’s with deep gratitude that SHARE says goodbye to Jacqueline Reinhard, SHARE’s Executive Director since 2012, as she enters into a new and well-deserved phase of life: retirement!
