The Power of Philanthropy: Lindsay Avner

At age 23, Lindsay Avner underwent a risk-reducing double mastectomy because her family history and genetic testing indicated she had a high chance of developing breast and ovarian cancer. Her great-grandmother and grandmother both passed away after battling cancer, and as a young girl she watched her own mother fight the disease. Avner, now 31, made a bold personal decision […]

by Meghan Streit

Breast Cancer Prevention: Positive Steps You Can Take Today

Reducing your risk of breast cancer doesn’t have to be scary or complicated. Of course, you can’t change your genetic risk or age. But, there are plenty of factors you can control. Weight Your Risk Maintaining a healthy body weight comes with many physical benefits (being able to play with your kids) and psychological perks […]

by Meghan Streit