CBBC Expands to West Valley
Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer holds Kick-off meeting for West Valley For Immediate Release Contact: [email protected] February 3, 2020 602.695.3059 (Phoenix, AZ) — The Coalition of …
Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer holds Kick-off meeting for West Valley For Immediate Release Contact: [email protected] February 3, 2020 602.695.3059 (Phoenix, AZ) — The Coalition of …
Join us and learn the latest advances in Breast Cancer Research, Genetic Testing, and Breast Imaging at the CBBC monthly meeting, March 17, 2019, 3 – 5 pm, at the …
Karen Atkinson, Certified Zumba Instructor, lead a 50 minute introductory Zumba class for CBBC members and guests. Exercise is an important part of treatment, recovery and creating a healthy physical …
Dr Larry Bergstrom, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, will join us at the January 20, 2019, CBBC Monthly meeting. Dr. Bergstrom will present a talk entitled: “What is integrative …
Thank you for all that attended the CBBC Chocolate Jazz event on Saturday, October 13, 2018, at which we honored breast cancer survivors and the warriors no longer with us. …
CBBC partners, Susan G. Komen, has a bold goal to reduce breast cancer mortality in the US by 50% by 2026 by ensuring access to and appropriate utilization of timely, …
The Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer (CBBC) presents “Chocolate Jazz” its annual Campaign for Hope on October 13, 2018 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The event will be held at …
The Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer (CBBC) will host a town hall meeting July 15th from 3 – 5:30 pm, to gain input from the community relating to a joint …
Shared Risk factors April13th 2018Dr. Farouk Mookadam, MD, Cardiologist, Mayo Clinic Arizona, presented on the topic “Cardio-Oncology: Intersection of Cancer and the Heart” at the April monthly member meeting. Click …
Join us for the April meeting and learn about Cancer, the Heart and Shared Risk Factors presented by Farouk Mookadam, Professor College of Medicine Mayo Clinic Arizona. April 15, 2018, …
Phenomenal presentation on “Navigating the Emotional Experience of Cancer” by Robert P. Bright, M.D, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Mayo Clinic at the March 2018 CBBC membership meeting. If you missed …
Join us for the March meeting and learn how to Navigate the Emotional Experience of Cancer presented by Robert P. Bright, MD Assistant Professor of Psychiatry. March 18, 2018, 3 …
Thanks everyone for coming out the annual Look Good Feel Good event. A huge shout out to Dillard’s Scottsdale Fashion Square for providing the make up education event and thanks …
Join us for our annual free make up lesson event in honor of CBBC co-founder Barbara Watson-Riley. Gift cards for breast cancer survivors currently in treatment or within a year …
Join us on February 18, 2018 for our Monthly Member meeting for a discussion on breast cancer survivorship and what you need to know to create a survivor care plan …
One of the greatest challenges facing people of Black and African descent is the silence and stigma surrounding breast cancer. It is our goal to break through that silence through …
Donna Johnson We always say, “It will never happen to me,” and then it happens. I had this slight pain in my right breast near the areola, and my primary …
My name is Nellie Daniels and I am a two-time cancer survivor!! In 2001, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, then again in 2012. Both times I found a lump …
Charla Clicquot, Survivor Circa 2009, my husband is in Qatar for several months and my doctor says your mammogram shows some things we had not seen before on your left …
Ann Walker Believe it or not my journey began in church one Sunday morning in October 2011. My pastor came out of the pulpit pointing his finger in my direction, …
Janet Shobe The Kentucky African Americans Against Cancer organized a breast cancer screening for women in May 2002 the Saturday before Mother’s Day. I decided to get mammogram at their …
CBBC is the recipient of the 2016 Inclusive Workplace – Community (Non-Profit) Award presented at the Diversity Leadership Alliance 15th Year Anniversary Luncheon.
Inspired by personal testimonies and stories of overcoming breast cancer, attendees at the 5th Annual CBBC Celebration and keeping it Pink Fashion Show, held on Saturday, Sept. 26, experienced stories …
Phoenix, AZ – A unique performance showcasing the heroism and stories of Black breast cancer survivors, caretakers, and families anchors the Coalition of Blacks Against Breast Cancer (CBBC) third annual …
(Phoenix, AZ) – Breast cancer mortality rates of African-American women diagnosed at stage III or IV are nearly twice that of Caucasian women, a dramatic reality underscoring the urgency and …
Barbra Watson-Riley In September 2011 I was diagnosed with aggressive Stage 2, triple negative breast cancer. I found my lump three months after a clear mammogram. My treatment began with …
Dr. Joel Martin In March 2009, I received the diagnosis that I had breast cancer. The cancer was small yet aggressive, the cells widely distributed. When I learned the difference …
Sharon Blanton Running my race against cancer was the longest race and most difficult race I’ve ever encountered. There were many roadblocks while seeking treatment, but I soon found that …
Saundra Ealy “I knew it was possible”. Having an aunt and two first cousins with breast cancer I knew the family history. But when the diagnosis came back as DCIS …
Gina’s Story In August 1999 I was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer. I am a 13 year survivor and an advocate for breast cancer awareness. Here’s my story. One …
(Phoenix, AZ) — A new initiative is gearing up to increase awareness and understanding of the health care disparities facing African-American breast cancer patients. Although greater Phoenix is one of …
Mieko Vernon In December of 2009, I was given the worst news of my life…….as I held the phone I couldn’t believe what I was hearing “Unfortunately Ms. Vernon, your …
Let’s Whiteout Cancer Together! Join us on Saturday, October 8, 2022, for an evening of advocacy and awareness that will honor those who courageously fight and win the cancer battle …
Our March 20, 2022, Educational program was “Navigating the Financial Impact of Cancer.” We were joined by three dynamic presenters, Sarah James, MD, Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Joanna Morales, Esq., CEO, …
Dr. Kristina A. Butler, Gynecologic Oncologist, at the Mayo Clinic, shared very important information on ovarian cancer signs, symptoms and its relationship to breast cancer. More than 21,000 women are …