Ms. Halpin-Murphy has more than just the numbers, although the figures are significant: over 12,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in Pennsylvania and more than 2,000 die from the disease. The group's annual conference, Tuesday, October 11th in Harrisburg, covered these topics as well.
The slogan of the PBCC is "Finding a cure now... so our daughters won't have to."
Through a variety of programs, the PBCC is funding the very research that is making great strides for breast cancer patients. and generations to come. Exciting new breast cancer research is being done at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Researchers have found a breast cancer-killing virus that leaves healthy cells alone. Funds raised through the PBCC made this first phase of research possible. And, thanks to a generous grant of $100,000 at the annual conference, this researcher can now take his research to the next level.
Pat wants all women in PA who are uninsured or underinsured to know that they can receive a free mammogram. And, if a woman is facing a breast cancer diagnosis, she needs to know they're not alone and that they are able to receive free treatment. They have many programs to help women understand their options, and you can explore all of their resources at the PBCC website: https://www.pabreastcancer.org/
Listen to their conversation:
- Breast cancer: Covered or Not? Insurance guidebook
- Breast cancer patient resources
- Listen to a conversation with the founder of the PA Breast Cancer Colaition, Pat Halpin-Murphy.
- Learn more about breast cancer by exploring the many stories on this website.
- Explore the breast cancer stories that have been shared by people facing it at the Digital Quilt.