Breast Cancer Network of Strength Reacts to Controversial New Mammography Guidelines

In response to new guidelines about screening mammography released, Network of Strength maintains its current recommendation that women begin screening at age 40.

“We will continue encouraging people to be proactive and empowered to discuss their risks of developing breast cancer, the risks and benefits of screening, and what is best for them with their health care team,” said Network of Strength President and CEO Margaret C. Kirk. » Read more

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Lifeline and ASCO Lifeline are Available Online!

The fall issue of Lifeline focuses on National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition, you'll read about ways to cope with neuropathy, news on aromatase inhibitors, and a doctor's answer to the question, "How do I know if my treatment is working?" » Read it now

Read about the latest in breast cancer news in this special edition of Lifeline. Learn about new developments in personalized care, triple negative breast cancer treatment, managing bone health, and more. » Read it now

Kaleidoscope: Survivorship, Sport and Song on Ice

Network of Strength is a proud partner of Kaleidoscope – a holiday entertainment variety special featuring Olympic skating champions and GRAMMY Award-winning music artists. Watch the historic return to the ice of the legendary Scott Hamilton and Dorothy Hamill who will skate to the music of fellow cancer survivor Olivia Newton-John and one of America’s foremost music producers David Foster.

You can attend the live event. Free tickets are available! Network of Strength invites all cancer survivors and their families to be our guests at "Kaleidoscope," which takes place at 7 p.m. EST on Monday, Nov. 16, at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C.  Use coupon code "BCNS" for free tickets. (A $2 Ticketmaster convenience fee will be added to each free ticket.)  » Get tickets now 

A Day for You: Bringing Breast Health to Underserved

A Day for You is an all-day event where participants learn about earlier detection methods, are taught breast self-examination (BSE) and receive clinical breast exams. Onsite screening mammograms and/or referrals also are available. » View the list of cities where the program is available.

Library for Books About Breast Cancer

The Gerry Weinberg Library lends books to anyone concerned about breast cancer. Books are available for lending. Over 200 books about breast cancer, treatment and general wellness are available! All our materials are available for a lending period of one month and will come with a postage-paid envelope for patrons to return the book when they are finished. » Browse for books