Develop your #breastcancer #advocacy skills and take a deep dive into the science of breast cancer. Learn more about Project LEAD: nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Happy New Year from NBCC!

Must-read & must-watch: NBCC's Melanie Wyne and advocate Jo Lynn Collins spoke with Spectrum News DC about the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act and what its passage would mean to those living with metastatic breast cancer. https://nbcc.info/4q1Ndgt

There's still time to donate to NBCC and double your impact! Your support powers bold research, advocacy, and action to end breast cancer once and for all. Donate today! https://secure.qgiv.com/for/eoyw/

Earlier this year, President Biden honored NBCC President Fran Visco with the Presidential Citizens Medal, the second-highest civilian award in the US, for her work to end breast cancer. View photos, video, and more coverage of this honor. https://nbcc.info/49g0HOb

Highlight from 2025: In April, NBCC supporters gathered in New York to honor the legacy of Carol Vance Wall, two-time breast cancer survivor Linda Evangelista, and grassroots advocacy award honorees Bonnie Anderson and Judy Perkins.

Meet fellow breast cancer survivors and advocates who lend their voice, transform breast cancer research and public policy, and ensure access to quality healthcare for all by joining us at the #NBCCSummit. Register today! Nbcc.info/26Summit

ICYMI: See how NBCC and researchers are working toward primary prevention and prevention of metastasis in the fight to end breast cancer with the Artemis Project. Read the report today! https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/new-publication-artemis-project-2025-annual-meeting-report/

2025 Highlight: This spring, NBCC advocates and policymakers came together at our Unite to End Breast Cancer Rally to stand up for our legislative priorities, breast cancer research, and healthcare!

Hone your #advocacy skills and learn the important basics of #breastcancer science, research methodology, and trial design. Apply to attend NBCC’s 2026 Project LEAD Institute today! For more information, visit: https://nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Your voice matters! What issues do you believe NBCC should take on as priorities for our grassroots advocacy? Send us ideas. https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/weigh-in-on-nbccs-2026-legislative-and-public-policy-priorities/

#FlashbackFriday to some photo highlights from the 2025 #NBCCSummit! Were you among the many advocates who attended? Explore, download, and share your pictures-- and we hope to see you again in 2026: Https://nbcc.info/25SummitPhotos

"If... you really want to change the trajectory for the next generation... the National Breast Cancer Coalition is where you want to be." Become involved with NBCC and register for the Summit today! nbcc.info/26Summit

Happy holidays from NBCC!

Throwback to this year's Les Girls Cabaret, a special evening of song and celebration to support NBCC's mission to end breast cancer. Thank you to all our supporters who make our work possible. Https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/events/les-girls-cabaret-2025/

"The medications I’m on today didn’t exist when I first got diagnosed." To advocates like Tonsa Price-Edwards, saving science means saving lives and improving quality of life. That's why it's more important than ever to #ProtectScience. Read her story. http://nbcc.info/TonsaStory

ICYMI: The FDA’s removal of boxed warnings from hormone therapy drugs raises serious concerns about the scientific rigor underlying its decision. Women deserve policy decisions informed by robust, transparent scientific discussion that captures all viewpoints. https://nbcc.info/3MmJhYA

In response to NBCC advocacy, Congress established the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program and has invested billions of federal dollars in lifesaving & transformative discoveries in breast cancer research. https://nbcc.info/48kSlGv

For advocates, the SUPREMO trial is an important example of why we need strong, carefully designed randomized trials to guide smarter, less aggressive care when the evidence supports it—something NBCC commends. Read more. https://nbcc.info/3MjoB3A

This holiday season, your support for NBCC makes a difference. From protecting lifesaving research to empowering advocates on the front lines, your gift ensures progress continues for everyone facing breast cancer and all those at risk. Donate today! https://secure.qgiv.com/for/eoyw/

Want to become an empowered breast cancer advocate? Join us at the #NBCCSummit for unparalleled training in breast cancer research and public policy advocacy and learn about the latest science. Nbcc.info/26Summit

“I was really grateful that I knew the people [at NBCC] who made this possible through advocating.” Your advocacy, like Bethany's, matters with NBCC's work. Read her story and support our work today! https://nbcc.info/BethanyStory

We want to hear from you! What issues do you believe NBCC should take on as priorities for our grassroots advocacy? Learn more and send proposed priorities that advances our mission to end breast cancer here: https://nbcc.info/4aCzXtV

If Congress doesn’t extend the ACA tax credits, many people will no longer be able to afford health insurance. What will that mean for your community—and your community’s health? Explore here https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/how-will-your-community-be-affected-if-enhanced-premium-tax-credits-expire/

UNITE to help end breast cancer at the #NBCCSummit! Join tireless and talented breast cancer advocates who will help NBCC achieve our mission to end breast cancer for everyone. Nbcc.info/26Summit

Read the latest about NBCC's Artemis Project, a mission-driven collaboration of advocates and scientists working together to end breast cancer. The Artemis Project continues to redefine what’s possible in tackling hard problems in breast cancer research. https://nbcc.info/4a0t854

1/ Yesterday, U.S. Senators @chrismurphyct.bsky.social & Lisa Murkowski re-introduced the Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act -- a bill that eliminates the waiting period for Medicare and Social Security Disability Insurance benefits for people with metastatic breast cancer.

Science Spotlight: Read how studies indicate that, with more effective modern breast cancer treatments, adding routine chest-wall radiation for intermediate-risk breast cancer after mastectomy does not improve long-term survival. https://nbcc.info/3MjoB3A

Must-watch: NBCC's Maggie Bush talks about the power of breast cancer advocates, the current threats to breast cancer research and science... and more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvHE...

The Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits have helped more than 20M people who couldn’t otherwise afford to purchase health insurance, and Congress must extend them. Read how one NBCC advocate will be affected if credits are not extended. https://nbcc.info/PunitaStory

Today at the @sabcs.bsky.social, NBCC's Michelle Tregear introduced NBCC's Project LEAD Advanced Topic Session "Revolutionizing Breast Cancer Immunotherapy: Harnessing Macrophage-Targeted Therapies". #SABCS25 Register to tune in: nbcc.info/SABCS

"The training opens so many doors to me." Project LEAD has empowered advocates like Debbie to become effective patient advocates. Join them—apply to Project LEAD. nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

The deadline to protect tax credits for individuals enrolled in the ACA's health plans is looming. Breast cancer patients' lives depend on access to quality care. Urge your senators to extend the enhanced premium tax credits now! https://nbcc.info/3KtJuJ0

The urgency of ending breast cancer continues. At this year's Artemis Project meetings, advocates and researchers discussed novel, bold, scientifically sound ideas for preventing primary breast cancer and metastasis. Read our report of the 2025 meetings. https://nbcc.info/4a0t854

Congress is late in passing its appropriations bills, including the Defense Appropriations Bill -- legislation that's funded the Department of Defense's Breast Cancer Research Program. Urge Congress to pass this bill and protect breast cancer research! https://nbcc.info/48KnKRk

“This is where the heart of advocacy is.” Hear from advocates like Tammy about how the #NBCCSummit equips and empowers advocates to stop breast cancer and register today! nbcc.info/26Summit

Once again, the evidence shows that less is better: Chest-wall radiation after mastectomy offers no survival benefit at 10 years. Read our insight. https://nbcc.info/3MjoB3A

We are in the final hours of #GivingTuesday. This Giving Tuesday is for all the women and men facing breast cancer and the urgent work that cannot wait. Donate and double your impact today! Your support moves our mission forward. https://nbcc.info/GivingTuesday

Donate today and DOUBLE your impact. This is our chance to fuel research, strengthen advocacy, and push toward a world where no one loses their life to this disease. #GivingTuesday https://nbcc.info/GivingTuesday

Help NBCC save the research that saves the lives of those like Carey. Read her story (nbcc.info/CareyStory) today! Your generous gift today can make a real difference. Donate today and your impact will be doubled. https://nbcc.info/GivingTuesday

Bethany’s story highlights how NBCC shows up every day for patients for access to healthcare and for the lifesaving programs that protect those who would otherwise be left behind. Read her story and join us. nbcc.info/BethanyStory

Giving Tuesday is here, and this year, we’re centering breast cancer and the lives it touches every day. Make a difference! Every gift will be doubled thanks to the Joyce and Irving Goldman Family Foundation. Give generously. We need you more than ever. https://nbcc.info/GivingTuesday

#GivingTuesday is tomorrow. So much is at risk right now. And we will not step aside. We know what it will take to end breast cancer, and with your support, we will get it done. Support us by giving a gift and double your impact! https://nbcc.info/GivingTuesday

ICYMI: “Changes to FDA warn­ings and labeling should be grounded in rigorous, contemporary evidence.” Read more. Https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/in-the-cancer-letter-changes-to-fda-warnings-and-labeling-should-be-grounded-in-rigorous-contemporary-evidence/

Project LEAD graduates bring an educated consumer perspective and critical thinking skills to the important issues in breast cancer. Join them—apply to attend the program today. nbcc.info/ProjectLEADInstitute

Want to learn more about the latest scientific research and effective breast cancer advocacy strategies? Register for NBCC’s annual Summit. Nbcc.info/26Summit

Studies have shown that a woman’s lifetime risk for developing breast cancer has increased from 1 in 11 in 1977 to 1 in 8 in 2021. For more breast cancer facts and figures visit: http://nbcc.info/FactsAndFigures

"I know, with all my heart, that without that research and NBCC's relentless advocacy, I would not be here today." Read Carey's story today and be inspired to support NBCC's work to end breast cancer. nbcc.info/CareyStory

Everyone has a right to lifesaving health care. What will it mean for your community—and your community’s health—if Congress doesn’t extend the ACA's enhanced premium tax credits? https://www.stopbreastcancer.org/how-will-your-community-be-affected-if-enhanced-premium-tax-credits-expire/

Learn how Medicaid cuts affect your state and community. Speak out against these historic cuts to healthcare access by visiting congressional town halls and other local opportunities to take action. https://nbcc.info/48lqzsM