Friday, August 26, 2011

STUDY TARGETS AFRICAN AMERICANS

Boston University has just received a nearly $20 million dollar grant to specifically study how breast cancer affects African-American women.  Cancer in this ethnic group is often more aggressive and strikes women at a younger age.  And although African American women are less likely to get breast cancer, they are more likely to die from it, when compared to women of European ancestry.  Here's more info:


http://www.boston.com/Boston/whitecoatnotes/2011/08/boston-university-lead-research-breast-cancer-african-american-women/xlzyd9TxU8OuyLc3rvPZEL/index.html

Thursday, August 18, 2011

I'M GONNA LOVE YOU THROUGH IT

WOW !  You simply must see Martina McBride's video for her song "I'M GONNA LOVE YOU THROUGH IT".  The video is so beautifully shot with everyday and celebrity cancer survivors and caregivers.  And the lyrics are moving and powerful.  It is such a tribute to those who have fought the fight.  I was particularly struck by one woman on the video who talked about how when you're diagnosed with cancer, the people who care about you are also diagnosed with cancer.  Warning, you might want to have a tissue close by.
Vanessa Echols
Founder, COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS BREAST CANCER OUTREACH

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5K4MURYsv3k

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

FORE !!!!

We'd love to have you join us Saturday morning for a wonderful golf tournament which benefits COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS.  The tourney is at the beautiful Shingle Creek course in the Orlando area.  Even if you don't golf, come out and hang out with us for the day.  Here's more information about the tournament and registration.
       http://www.forecharities.com/







Friday, August 12, 2011

WE'RE ON TV !

We are thrilled to be featured in WFTV's 9 FAMILY CONNECTION minute, encouraging people to get involved in local charities.  The promotional spot airs Saturday August 13 during the morning and noon newscasts.  But you can watch it here.


http://www.youtube.com/user/CHHBCO1#p/u

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

UNLIKELY PARTNERSHIP ?

Looks like the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation has found itself in a bit of a pickle.  It's teamed up with HOOTERS for a fundraising effort.  And that hasn't gone over too well with critics, blasting the organization for getting cozy with a restaurant that some say exploits women.  Is this in bad taste or all for the cause ?   Here's a link to an article with details.
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/hooters-cancer-drive-a-bad-business-combo-127440043.html

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

YOU'RE INVITED


Denied !
    There's outrage in South Carolina over a patient being denied coverage for breast cancer.  And there should be outrage.  He's being denied coverage, because HE'S a man !  If he were a woman, he'd qualify for a federally funded, state run program.  He's 26 years old, proof that breast cancer can really strike anyone, at any time.  It's time for the federal law and the state program to catch up with the times.
      http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/44065422/ns/health-mens_health/

Saturday, August 6, 2011

WELCOME !

Welcome to the official COMPASSIONATE HANDS AND HEARTS BREAST CANCER OUTREACH blog.  :)  We have a specific mission to reach out to breast cancer patients and their families here in Central Florida.  100% of our donations go directly to local patients.  We call them our client/friends.  From time to time, we'll be posting stories about them (with their permission of course), our many activities, news about the breast cancer fight and our partnerships with other grassroots organizations like us who are helping local patients cope with the every day challenges that come with waging war against cancer.  Thanks for stopping by.