The Fight’s Not Over on Right to Try!
By Kate Frisher, Campaigns Coordinator
The Senate is back from recess and they’re getting down to business. We need to make sure their business is protecting our health.
We know a vote is coming on “Right to Try.” It’s the only bill President Trump mentioned by name in... Read more
Posted in BCA Action Alerts, E-Alerts
Gov. Brown’s Last Chance to Protect the Health of Women
We're proud to join over 750 environmental, labor, health and social justice groups to launch a campaign calling on Governor Jerry Brown to phase out dirty fossil fuels and stop all new oil and gas infrastructure in California. The campaign is called "Brown's Last Chance." Read more
From the Executive Director: Cancer Didn’t Make Me Wiser—Just More Committed
In March, I came back to work after being out on medical leave for cancer treatment. I am returning with a renewed commitment to the work and mission of Breast Cancer Action. And I'm more inspired than ever by the dedicated and passionate people who combine their talents,... Read more
Spotlight: Our Amazing 3rd Party Fundraisers
We’re incredibly grateful to have so many people all across the country who raise money in their communities for our work each and every month. We call them our 3rd Party Fundraisers, and they’re amazing. Read more
At-Home Breast Cancer Test Nothing to Celebrate
This represents a step backward. The FDA has given the green light to 23andMe to provide less information than existing tests, and in doing so it has put corporate enrichment above public health Read more
Welcome New Board Member: Amy Cho
Amy was drawn to Breast Cancer Action's strong mission to uproot breast cancer at the systemic level. She was inspired to see firsthand how the organization powered by its dedicated staff and board support the community and each other by providing practical education, thoughtful... Read more
Our Free Webinar: Right to Try vs. False Hope
Learn more about what the passage of federal legislation could mean for patient safety, the FDA’s authority to regulate drugs in development, and how it all affects you. Read more
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Special Thanks: Spring 2018
We could not do this work without the support of so many members and volunteers.
Thank you to our Board of Directors for bringing our first (and incredibly yummy) group lunch and beautiful flowers to our new office!
Thank you to Stephanie McBride for all her help in the office... Read more
Donations in Honor and Memory: Spring 2018
Every day, Breast Cancer Action receives gifts honoring those who are living with or affected by breast cancer. We also receive contributions to honor the passionate advocates, volunteers, medical professionals and leaders of the breast cancer movement.
Many donations also... Read more
The Senate is on recess. Now’s the time to fight Right to Try!
Last week the House passed a misleading and dangerous bill known as “Right to Try.” But we have a chance to stop the bill when it goes to the Senate. The time to make your voice heard is right now! Read more
Posted in BCA Action Alerts, E-Alerts
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