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Clinical Trials from a Patient Perspective with Sheila McGlown

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In t...

Navigating MBC Treatment with Brenda Day

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In t...

Putting the Patient at the Center of Research with Dr. Benjamin Vincent

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In ...

The Journey From Early-Stage Diagnosis to MBC with Joy Jenrette

12 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In ...

My Personal Breast Cancer Story with Paula Schneider

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest: Paula Schneider.

The Emotional Journey of a Caregiver with Jordan Rathkopf

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Family and friends can be strong sources of support throughout a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. At the same time, loved ones (especi...

Lessons Learned Surviving Breast Cancer with Anna Rathkopf

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Breast Cancer Screenings During a Pandemic with Laurel Pointer

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For many people, the thought of going anywhere, especially a medical office, during the current pandemic can create a feeling of uneasiness and concer...

Mental Health Impact of Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Tori Geib

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While levels of support continue to improve, MBC patients and care partners both recognize that there is often a need for even MORE support to be give...

What Care Partners Wish They Knew When a Family/Friend was Diagnosed with MBC with Janice and Rex Cowden

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Special guests Janice and Rex Cowden share what they have learned throughout their journey together. Special Guests: Janice Cowden and Rex Cowden.

How to Navigate Sex Through Cancer with Dr. Chery Hysjulien

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How Breast Cancer Affects Sexual Health with Dr. Shelby Terstriep

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Breast cancer can impact your sex life. For example, hormone therapy may cause a loss of desire as well as vaginal changes that can make intercourse p...

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Rachel Pecoraro

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you have been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, there are many ways to stay active in the breast cancer community. Getting involved can be ...

It's Ok To Not Be Ok with Dr. Stephanie Carroll

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Metastatic breast cancer can also bring with it a higher level of anxiety and depression. These feelings are all normal. Here today to share the uniqu...

Thriving Sexually During and After Breast Cancer with Dr. Lyndsey Harper

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, we are going to talk about an important topic that is not often talked about – sexual health during and after a breast cancer ...

Overcoming Adversity with Leecy Fink

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Many of the guests on the Real Pink podcast have shared that staying in the present, focusing only on what you can control and believing that you can ...

Healthy Living and Breast Cancer Risk with Kristen Keenan

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Some healthy lifestyle choices may lower your risk of getting breast cancer. Learn what you can do to improve your health in this week’s episode. Sp...

You Are Not Alone with Sarah Sanders

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The support of family, friends and others can be helpful as you go through diagnosis, treatment and beyond, but many cancer patients and survivors wil...

Breast Cancer Patients Share their Unique Journeys to Becoming Informed and Empowered with Janet Jordan and Bridgett Spillers

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Each patient’s experiences, perspectives and diagnoses are uniquely personal. Understanding this can help empower breast cancer patients to educate ...

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Facts vs. Fiction with Dr. Erika Hamilton (from Sarah Cannon)

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Breast cancer is not one type of disease but many. The type of breast cancer affects prognosis and care options. TNBC is an aggressive type of breast ...

Remembering Mom on Father’s Day with Gary and Kyla Thompson

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On the morning of October 21, 2014, everything changed for the Thompson family. At the ages of 15 (Taylor), 13 (Kyla) and 10 (Katelyn), these kids n...

Breast Cancer Through the Eyes of a Child with Raphael Alejandro

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, it’s scary for them and everyone around them. The emotions involved can seem even more heightened to a...

Talking to Your Kids About Breast Cancer with Caprice Massey

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As a parent, your initial instinct may be to protect them from the realities of your diagnosis and treatment, but sharing age-appropriate information...

The Power of Community with Susie Christianson

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Real Pink, we have the honor of Susie Christianson sharing her story. Special Guest: Susie Christianson.

Living Your Healthiest Life with Samantha Harris

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Emmy-winning TV host, author, certified health coach & trainer, cancer survivor & thriver, healthy living advocate and unstoppable optimist Samantha H...

Special Episode: Surviving COVID-19 while Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Kristin Harris

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kristin is dedicated to ending breast cancer - in memory of her beloved mother, in salute of the heroes like her dad and brother who walk by our sides...

Growing a Family after Breast Cancer Treatment with Tammy Myers

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Breast cancer is rare in young women – fewer than 5 percent of breast cancers diagnosed in the U.S. occur in women under 40. But when they are, they...

Harnessing the Power of the Immune System with Dr. Adam Soloff (Part 2)

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Researchers are working to develop new, more effective treatments for breast cancer. Dr. Adam Soloff joins the podcast to share his work on vaccines,...

Demystifying the World of Viruses and Vaccines with Dr. Adam Soloff

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What actually is a virus? What should people know about viruses? What about mutations? And how do vaccines work? There has been a lot of speculation s...

Managing Isolation During a Pandemic with Marissa Fors

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Komen’s Breast Care Helpline can help provide information, social support and help with coping strategies related to anxiety or concerns during thes...

It’s Time to End This Disease. Now. with Leslie Mullins

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We must do everything we can to save lives. Now. Special Guest: Leslie Mullins .

Prioritizing Your Health with Summer Watson

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this time of social isolation, clearing ourselves of mental toxicities for better mental attitude, health and wellness is important. Today's gu...

Special Episode: Prioritizing Safety and Health During COVID-19 with Susan Brown

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this time of uncertainty, it is important for breast care patients and survivors to minimize risk of COVID-19. Oncology nurse Susan Brown offer...

What to Say, And What Not to Say, with Dana Manciagli

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dana Manciagli is a three-time breast cancer survivor and currently living with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer. Her identical twin sister, Tracy, a...

The Beginning of a Movement with Nancy Brinker

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of More Than Pink, Nancy Brinker shares her story. “It’s going to be more than a race. It’s going to be an event for su...

Being an Advocate for a Loved One with Earlina Green

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When a person exhibits symptoms of breast cancer or receives a diagnosis, it can feel overwhelming and scary. In some cases, they may even struggle t...

Communicating with Your Health Care Team with Cheryl Jernigan

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions. But, sometimes, talking with a doc...

Fact vs. Fiction - Debunking Breast Cancer Myths with Dr. Amy Patel

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Often when talking about breast cancer it is hard to distinguish between good information and the myths. Today we’re debunking some come common myth...

Listening to Your Body with Chaunte Lowe

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chaunte Lowe is a four-time United States Olympian that was diagnosed with breast cancer in June of 2019 after listening to her body and advocating fo...

The Power of Sharing with Kwanza Jones

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever received a breast cancer diagnosis, or you know someone who is experiencing breast cancer, you know that it can also be hard to ask f...

Creating Lasting Change through Public Policy Advocacy with Mary Boyd and Neel Stallings

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Government regulations can have a significant and powerful impact on breast cancer nonprofit organizations and the people they serve. It is more impor...

Yes, Men Get Breast Cancer Too with Wayne Dornan

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Although uncommon, men are also diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s estimated there will be 2,670 new cases of invasive breast cancer among men in th...

Advice from Women Who Have Their Own Breast Cancer Journey with Melissa Berry

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Many of our guests on Real Pink are have been diagnosed with breast cancer so our audience has learned about the fear, confusion, anxiety of a breast ...

Clinical Trials for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Dr. Tatiana Prowell

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If someone you love or care for has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness, like breast cancer, and you are now thrown into a new role to help...

Does Being Obese Cause Breast Cancer? with Dr. Elizabeth Wellberg (More Than Pink Special Episode)

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Obesity affects more than 35 percent of women in the Unites States. Dr. Liz Welberg's groundbreaking new study, funded by Susan G. Komen, found that w...

Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Karen Durham (More Than Pink Special Episode)

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Karen was an integral member of the Komen family, and we are proud to share this special episode. She will be dearly missed. Special Guests: Karen Du...

Warning Signs of Breast Cancer: It’s Not Just a Lump with Dr. April Spencer

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If someone you love or care for has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness, like breast cancer, and you are now thrown into a new role to help...

How to Support Someone With Breast Cancer with Jade Kendle

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jade Kendle, also known as “LipsticknCurls," joins today's episode to share her story supporting someone with breast cancer and the Know Your Girls...

How My Family History Inspired Me to Know My "Girls" with Charmaine Johnise

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, special guest Charmaine Johnise shares how to better know your "girls," understand your family history, and understand your risk of b...

Going Flat after Mastectomy with Katrin van Dam

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For women facing mastectomy (the surgical removal of the entire breast), one of the biggest decisions is whether or not to undergo breast reconstructi...

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Janet St. James

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Although metastatic breast cancer is not currently curable, it can be treated. Today, it’s estimated that at least 154,000 people in the U.S. have S...

Emerging Areas of Research and Treatment with Josh Neman

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Researchers are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat breast cancer. Advances over the last 40 years have increased survival and impr...

Advice from My Personal Breast Cancer Journey with Monique Robinson

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, special guest Monique Robinson shares real life stories and experiences as a patient and lessons learned. Monique is an Afro-Latinx ...

Episode 28: Clinical Trials May Be Your Best Option with Dr. Kathy Miller

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Dr. Kathy Miller. Over the past 40 years, breast cancer treatment has greatly improved due to lessons learned through cli...

Helping Yourself through Healthy Living with Wendy Kozel

21 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Wendy Kozel is a wife, mom, and a woman living with metastatic breast cancer. Wendy joins the podcast to share her story and how healthy living has p...