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2013 Komen Houston Race for the Cure
Press Kit
Contents
2013 Race General Press Release, p. 1
Affiliate Information, p. 16
Key Messages, p. 4
About Mission Komen, p. 17
2013 Race Route Map, p. 5
2013-2014 Grant Recipients, p. 18
2013 Race Sponsor Highlights, p. 6
Komen’s Recent Milestones, p. 20
About the Race Chair, Carmela Ledet, p. 8
2012 Race Results, p. 9
2013 Race Sponsors, p. 7
2013 Pink Ribbon Panel, p. 10
Race Background, p. 15
Facts About Breast Cancer, p. 21
Breast Cancer Awareness, p. 22
Free and Low Cost Mammograms, p. 24
Financial Assistance, p. 25
Support Resources, p. 26
2013 Race
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
HOUSTON RACES FOR THE CURE ON OCTOBER 5
The 23rd Annual Komen Houston Race for the Cure® in Downtown Houston Expects to Raise $4 Million
HOUSTON – The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen® kicks off National Breast Cancer Awareness month by hosting one
of the largest foot races in the Bayou City, the 23rd annual Komen Race for the Cure®, Saturday, October 5th in downtown
Houston.
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® is the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world. The Komen Houston Race for
the Cure® raises funds for the local fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivors and honors those who have
lost their battle with the disease.
Seventy-five percent of the net funds raised through
the annual Race for the Cure® stays in the Houston
community to fund innovative breast health and breast
cancer research, screening, treatment, education and
support programs. The remaining 25 percent goes
toward groundbreaking national breast cancer research
programs, including vital research being done right here
in the Bayou City.
This year’s Race, sponsored by Marathon Oil Corporation,
hopes to raise $4 million to fund research, education,
screening and treatment here in Southeast Texas.
The 2013 Race for the Cure® route is a USATF 5K course
with both running and walking events including a 5K
timed competitive run; a 5K timed non-competitive run;
a 5K walk and family walk. There will be a Family Walk and Kids K, which is about a 1/2 mile, sponsored by National Oilwell
Varco.
Participants unable to attend the main Race can opt to register for Sleep in for the Cure® to show their support for the cause
without having to wake up early on Race Day.
For more information about the Komen Houston Race for the Cure®, to schedule interviews with survivors and co-survivors or
to obtain photos, please contact Alexandra Carreno at 602-418-0144 or [email protected].
2013 KOMEN HOUSTON RACE FOR THE CURE® PRE-RACE EVENT
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Race Kick-Off Party/Press Conference
This event will kick-off the 2013 Race for the Cure® season in the Bayou City
Where: Marathon Oil Tower
Address: 5555 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77056
When: Saturday, August 22nd, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Press Contact: Love Advertising, Alexandra Carreno 602-418-0144 - [email protected]
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2013 Race
Press Release
2013 KOMEN HOUSTON RACE FOR THE CURE® DETAILS:
WHAT: 23rd Annual Komen Houston Race for the Cure®
WHO: Over 26,000 race participants, including
2,400 breast cancer survivors
WHEN: Saturday, October 5, 2013
WHERE: Downtown Houston
HOW MUCH: Entry fees are as follows:
• Adults - $35*
• Children (17 & under) - $20
• Survivors - $30
• Competitive Runners - $40
• Sleep In for the Cure Registration - $50
o Includes a Race T-shirt, a snooze bib and an extra “Sleep In” treat
2013 KOMEN HOUSTON RACE FOR THE CURE® DAY-OF TIMELINE
TIMEEVENT
6:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
7:45 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:10 a.m.
8:25 a.m.
8:40 a.m.
9:15 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
POST RACE ACTIVITIES
Kids for the Cure® Corral
Teams Program, sponsored by Randalls Food
Markets
Pink Ribbon Cafe, sponsored by Cafe Express
Race Day Walk-in Registration
Opening Ceremonies & Memorial Birds Release
5K Timed Competitive Run
5K Non-Competitive Run
Family Walk/Kids K by National Oilwell Varco
5K Walk
Runners Award Ceremony
Survivor Celebration by Baker Hughes
DESCRIPTION
A post-Race place for child participants,
complete with bounce houses, face painting and
other fun family entertainment
Form a team and run/walk with your family,
friends and co-workers! We have a special place
for teams to mingle on Race Day
Invitation-only post-Race breakfast for breast
cancer survivors, top fundraisers and Race
sponsors
ONGOING EVENTDESCRIPTION
Sleep in for the Cure®
Support the cause without having to wake up
early on Race Day
* This fee gets you to the Race, however, the Komen Houston Affiliate encourages all participants to pledge or raise $100.00 and help us
raise additional funds to provide local grants to help women and men in need right here in Houston.
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2013 Race
Press Release
FOLLOW THE HOUSTON AFFILIATE OF SUSAN G. KOMEN® ON:
The Komen Houston Affiliate
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to
end breast cancer. In 1982 that promise became Susan G. Komen®, launching the global breast cancer
movement and the largest group of volunteers and grassroots advocates to save lives, empower people,
ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.
Established in 1990 by passionate volunteers to support the individuals in need throughout the
Houston area, the Komen Houston Affiliate has granted over $45 million to local programs for breast
cancer education and awareness campaigns, lifesaving screening and treatment programs and
innovative cutting edge research. Serving Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and
Montgomery counties, the Komen Houston Affiliate continues its commitment to fundraising and
awarding grants so that families battling breast cancer can get the treatment and support they need.
If you would like to learn about volunteer opportunities, get information about the Komen Houston Race
for the Cure® and other events, visit www.komen-houston.org or call 713-783-9188.
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Key
Messages
Mission of Susan G. Komen®:
To save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cure.
Komen Houston Race for the Cure®:
The 23rd Annual Komen Houston Race for the Cure®, locally presented by Marathon Oil Corporation, will be held on Saturday, October
5th in Downtown Houston beginning at 7:45 a.m.
This year we encourage Race participants to go beyond simply registering. Registration fees help cover the cost of the Race but the
donations are what allows the Komen Houston Affiliate to make a difference right here in the community. Help us help the community
in three easy steps - Register, Donate and Participate.
Step 1 – Register - Register online at komen-houston.org beginning April 2013
Step 2 – Donate - Set a donation goal and start fundraising today
Step 3 – Participate – Show up and Race for the Cure!
• Over 26,000 people are expected to participate in the 2013 Komen Houston Race for the Cure® with the goal to raise over $4 million to eradicate breast cancer.
• The Race consists of a Family Walk/Kids K (approximately ½ mile) sponsored by National Oilwell Varco, a 5K Timed Competitive Run, a 5K Non-Competitive Run and a 5K Walk.
• Sleep in for the Cure® is designed for people to support the Race while staying in the comfort of their own beds on the morning of the Race. This option includes a Race t-shirt, a snooze bib and an extra sleep-in treat.
• The Survivor Celebration, sponsored by Baker Hughes Incorporated, will be held after the Race for all participants and their families.
• The first Komen Houston Race for the Cure® raised approximately $34,000 in October of 1991 as 2,400 women took to the streets.
• Register at komen-houston.org or call (713)783-9188 for more information.
The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen®:
• The Komen Houston Affiliate awarded $2.9 million locally in 2013 to 21 southeast Texas organizations who provide
lifesaving services to uninsured and low-income individuals for breast cancer research, screening, education and treatment in Chambers, Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and Montgomery counties. Last year, similar funding helped educate more than 91,052 people about breast cancer, 41,384 were helped through patient navigation, 5,287 received
screening mammograms, 5,411 received diagnostic services and 6,638 received treatment assistance.
• An additional $1 million was invested to fund critical, cutting-edge breast cancer research.
• In 2012, the Komen Houston Race for the Cure® raised over $3.8 million.
• The Komen Houston Affiliate events serve as powerful vehicles for spreading the lifesaving message of early detection and raising funds to help end breast cancer.
• Events that the Komen Houston Affiliate hosts are: the Komen Houston Race for the Cure®, one of the largest footraces in Houston and the major source of funding, as well as the Annual Awards Luncheon and Community Partner fundraising events.
• Up to 75% of the net income raised by the Komen Houston Affiliate will support local granting efforts to further breast cancer research education, screening and treatment for the uninsured and medically underserved in Houston’s seven county service areas.
• The remaining 25% of the net income is contributed to the National Susan G. Komen® Research Program.
• Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer. In 1982 that promise became Susan G. Komen®, launching the global breast cancer movement and the largest group of volunteers and grassroots advocates to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.
• Established in 1990 by passionate volunteers to support the individuals in need throughout the Houston area, the Komen Houston Affiliate has granted over $45 million to local programs for breast cancer education and awareness campaigns, lifesaving screening and treatment programs and innovative cutting edge research. Serving Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and Montgomery counties, the Komen Houston Affiliate continues its commitment
to fundraising and awarding grants so that families battling breast cancer can get the treatment and support they need. • If you would like to learn about volunteer opportunities, or get information about the Komen Houston Race for the Cure® and other events, visit komen-houston.org or call 713-783-9188.
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October 5th
7:45 A.M.
2013 Race Route Map
2013 Race
Sponsor Highlights
The following companies sponsor a unique activity at the 2013 Race.
Local Presenting Partner of the 2013 Race
Proud Pink Diamond Sponsor
Sponsor of the Pink Ribbon Café
Sponsor of the Pink Honor Roll Party
Sponsor of the Family Walk/Kids K
Sponsor of Race Day Health Education
Sponsor of the Survivor Celebration
Sponsor of a Race Day Video Screen
Sponsor of the Race Day Medical Booths Sponsor of the Teams/School Program
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The Greatest Risk Factors For Breast Cancer
Are Being Female and Growing Older
WORLD’S LARGEST 5K RUN/WALK SERIES
Houston Presenting Partner
Pink Diamond Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
96.5 MIX-HOT 957 • AIG • BMC Software • Cameron International • Doubletree by Hilton Houston Downtown
ExxonMobil • Flite Banking Centers, LLC • Foster Wheeler • GreenStreet • Lymphedema and Wound Care Institute
Macy's • Shell Oil Company • Stress Engineering Services Inc. • The Crane Companies • The Smile Generation
Transocean • Westside Surgical Hospital & Breast Center • Yoplait
Crystal Sponsors
Amegy Bank • American Business Machines • Andrews Kurth LLP • Bristow Group • CenterPoint Energy • Charming Charlie
CINCO Pipe and Supply • Community Coffee • Consolidated Asset Management Services • Hilcorp Energy Company • Insperity
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic • Key Energy Services, Inc. • Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc. • Larry and Brenda Petru Family
Rosetta Resources Inc. • Southwest Dairy Farmers • TAM International, Inc. • UTMB Health • Wellhead Distributors International
Whitney Bank • William O. Manning Foundation
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About the
2013 Race Chair
Carmela Ledet, the Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen’s®
2013 Race Chair, is a 20-year breast cancer survivor and
a community outreach volunteer for the Komen Houston
Affiliate. While she has always showed compassion for others,
she began actively raising funds for Susan G. Komen® after
her diagnosis in 1993. Her desire to help deepened in 2002
when she lost her close friend, Sharon Jennings-Roy, to breast
cancer. Under Carmela’s leadership, Sharon’s mother and other
close friends walked the Komen Race for the Cure® events in
both Houston and San Antonio to raise funds for breast cancer
research, education, screening and treatment. For the past 10
years, they have not missed a walk and are known as Sharon’s
Angels.
Working as an outreach volunteer, Carmela often serves in
communities where the rate of breast cancer tends to be
higher, and the access to health care is very low, often times
nonexistent. She believes the more women can be informed on
services available throughout the city, the more lives can be
saved. She speaks at surrounding churches about awareness
and attends health fairs and breast cancer awareness programs
throughout the city on behalf of the Komen Houston Affiliate.
In 2002, Carmela began working in the International Production Operations department for
Marathon Oil Corporation. At the time, she had no idea Marathon Oil would become the local
presenting partner for the Komen Houston Race for the Cure®. She soon began her service as
the Marathon Oil Volunteer Coordinator for the Race; coordinating as many as 300 volunteers
to staff the Marathon Oil Survivor Tent, water stations, cooling stations, signage teams, set
up and tear down teams, walkers and runners. She also coordinates volunteers for the annual
Marathon Oil Race for the Cure kick-off event held at the Marathon Oil Tower. Carmela is
honored and proud to work for a company that acknowledges and supports women’s health
issues.
For the past 12 years, Carmela has exceeded her fundraising goals and has garnered a spot on
the Komen Houston Affiliate’s Pink Honor Roll. As the 2013 Race Chair, Carmela aims to beat
the Komen Houston Affiliate’s overall fundraising goals, continue to promote breast health
awareness and spotlight the importance of screening until breast cancer is one day eradicated.
Carmela is the proud mother of one son, Jerrien Johnson, who is a senior at the University of
Texas at Dallas.
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2012
Race Results
Overall 5K
Summary
Total Finishers: 2260
Men: 906 (00:30:00 avg)
Women: 1354 (00:36:00 avg)
Top 10 Racers
1. Sean Wade (00:15:31)
2. Michael McGovern (00:16:50)
3. Mahta Mesfun (00:16:59)
4. Ryan Everitt (00:17:01)
5. Joe Conway (00:17:40)
6. Harold-Xavier Gonzalez (00:17:45)
7. Caleb Stogsdill (00:17:56)
8. Peter Mullin (00:18:02)
9. Steward Crouch (00:18:12)
10.Edwin Aparicio (00:18:13)
Survivors’
5K Summary
Total Finishers: 57
Men: 1 (00:34:25 avg)
Women: 56 (00:34:16 avg)
Top 10 Survivors
in the Race
1. Kristin Jay (00:24:04)
2. Tanya Troy (00:24:32)
3. Jody Kleinfelter (00:25:00)
4. Tracy Gou (00:26:20)
5. Nancy Jacobs (00:26:29)
6. Marcela Uribe (00:28:04)
7. Trish Hayes (00:28:05)
8. Fran Lapidus (00:28:33)
9. Brenda Lebrasse (00:29:29)
10.Kim Runge (00:29:34)
Top 10
Fundraising
Teams
1. Pasadena ISD ($93,598.80)
2. Marathon Oil Corporation ($67,540.00)
3. Team BMB ($50,066.10)
4. BKD, LLP ($47,350.00)
5. National Oilwell Varco ($43,837.81)
6. Transocean ($39,883.10)
7. Episcopal High School ($29,269.00)
8. Molly’s Posse ($28,471.00)
9. Kroger ($26,571.13)
10. “Reverse” Breast Cancer ($20,908.00)
Top 10
Fundraising
Individuals
1. Gail Duke ($31,150.00)
2. Karen Holt ($30,180.73)
3. Ann Cazalot ($25,100.00)
4. Molly Bobrow ($23,275.00)
5. Kathy Foster ($22,960.00)
6. Eileen Campbell ($18,790.00)
7. Kathy Nicholson ($15,715.49)
8. Dorothy Paterson ($14,395.00)
9. Constance White ($14,065.00)
10.Karen Oakes ($14,046.42)
Full race results and top fundraiser information
can be found at mychiptime.com and
komen-houston.org
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2013 Pink
Ribbon Panel
Khambrel Marshall
KPRC-TV Channel 2
Khambrel Marshall is an award-winning meteorologist with KPRC Channel
2. For more than a decade, Khambrel has reported on hurricanes,
rescue efforts, and everything else weather related in the Houston
area. Khambrel devotes countless hours to local volunteer and charity
organizations, and currently sits on the Board of Dirtectors for the
Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen® and the YMCA of Greater Houston.
Melissa Wilson
KRIV-TV Fox Channel 26
Emmy Award Winning Melissa Wilson is the Co-Anchor for FOX 26
Morning News weekdays from 7 to 10 a.m.
A Texas native, Melissa received her Bachelor of Arts in
Telecommunications from Baylor University. She began her career as
the evening anchor at KAUZ-TV in Wichita Falls and then went on to
anchor at Florida’s News Channel.
Houston Woman Magazine named Melissa one of the “Top 50 Most Influential Women in Houston”.
American Women in Radio and Television nominated Melissa for “Personality of the Year”. She has been
honored with the prestigious “Gracie Award”, multiple Lone Star Emmy Awards, AP News Award, and
Houston Press Club Award. The Fair Care Center of Houston named Melissa a “Living Legend”. The
Houston Press named Melissa one of Houston’s “Most Beautiful Reporters”.
Melissa has been an Honorary Co-Chair for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® since 2000. She
also serves on their Advisory Council. She serves, or has served, on the following Boards of Directors:
Children at Risk, Lazarus House, March of Dimes, United Way, Harris County Community College Nurse’s
Association, “Gifts with Heart”, and Baylor Business Network. This year will be her 12th Annual “Melissa
Wilson Golf Classic” for Children at Risk.
Melissa is a member of Baylor University Women’s Association and Sigma Kappa’s Alumnae Association.
She is a “Friend” of Escape Family Resource Center. She has volunteered for the Christian Community
Service Center and is a member of the Association of Health Care Journalists and The Society of
Professional Journalists .
She has interviewed everyone from Mexico’s President Vicente Fox, Kofi Annan, Walter Cronkite, Karl
Rove, Bill O’Reilly, Dan Rather, to Actors James Earl Jones, Andy McDowell, Rob Schneider, Lucy Liu,
and singers Josh Groban, Nora Jones, Clay Walker, and Amy Grant. She has gotten to meet Presidents
Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, George HW Bush, and First Ladies Barbara Bush, Hillary Rodham Clinton,
Laura Bush, as well as Al and Tipper Gore.
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2013 Pink
Ribbon Panel
Deborah Duncan
KHOU-TV Channel 11
Deborah graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a degree in
Radio-Television-Film.
After a couple of years in radio, Deborah made the switch to television as
a reporter at the CBS station in Austin and then became an anchor at the
ABC station. She later moved to Dallas, where she started a talk show
called “Good Morning Texas” at WFAA-TV, the sister station of KHOU-TV.
Deborah and her co-host were eventually asked to anchor the morning
news.
After three years, Deborah moved to New York City to co-host a talk show for Lifetime Television called
“Our Home.” Although she loved New York City, her heart was still in Texas. When ABC executives
approached Deborah about doing a talk show for possible national syndication, they wanted her to do
the show out of New York or Los Angeles. Eventually, they agreed that it could start in Houston. When
she finished her contract with ABC, Deborah decided it was time to return to her roots in the business,
and that was news.
In December 2002, Deborah joined KHOU-TV Channel 11 as an anchor on 11 News This Morning. After six
years at the news desk, she returned to the talk show format as host of Great Day Houston. The show,
produced locally by KHOU-TV, airs weekdays at 9:00 a.m. on Channel 11.
Deborah Duncan is the recipient of many local and national awards for television excellence, including
four Emmy Awards, three AWRT Star Awards, two Gracie Allen Awards and a Telly Award, amongst
other honors. Her achievements on the air, however, are transcended by her commitment and
dedication to community service. Deborah is passionate about many causes and chairs numerous
community events. In addition, she serves on the National Board of Directors for Mothers Against Drunk
Driving (MADD) and is a Board Member for the Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP).
Lindsey Love
Houston Chronicle
As native Houstonian and Kinkaid School alum, Lindsey headed off to the
University of Texas in Austin where she received a B.A. in Spanish Literature
and minored in socializing. This Kappa Kappa Gamma gal decided to try her
southern charm on New York City by working under the fashion directors
at Glamour and InStyle Magazine where she sharpened her styling skills
and fashion vocabulary. And after being named the “It Girl” by the Houston
Chronicle in 2007, this posh partnership was destined to be formed-Lindsey is currently the Style Columnist for the Houston Chronicle where
she reports on the latest and greatest from the party circuit to exotic travel
to lust worthy finds. Expect to read this Vogue 120 member’s reportings
from behind the seams at luxe events such as Mercedes Benz Fashion Week,
the Aspen Music Festival, the Sundance Film Festival, and the Grand Prix (to
name drop a few). Lindsey is also proud to be a part of the advisory board
for Dress for Success.
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Ribbon Panel
Maggie Flecknoe
The CW
Maggie Flecknoe is a Houston-based television writer, producer, and host of
“The Online Dish” for the CW’s national morning show Eye Opener. Catch her
weekday mornings serving up the hot topics along with her unique commentary.
Wearing many hats, Maggie also writes and produces for the CW’s NewsFix.
Off-air, Maggie’s a stage, film, and voice over actress.
A native of Colorado, Maggie graduated with honors from the University of
Colorado, Boulder. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast News with
an emphasis in Theater. After graduating in May 2005, Maggie went on to study
at Harvard where she earned a Master’s degree in theater from the Moscow Art
Theater.
Ayana Mack
KBXX 97.9 FM
Ayana Mack, also known as Houston’s Hottest Hostess, is a multi-media
personality. Ayana’s repertoire includes TV and radio morning show hosting
from Houston to California. She brings a rare quality of candor and versatility to
the entertainment industry, while charming you with her contagious energy and
humor.
Jillian “JJ” Simmons
KBXX 97.9 FM
You can find Jillian “JJ” Simmons on Houston’s #1 radio station, 97.9 The
Box, weekdays between 10a-3pm. The proud mommy champions
community causes for prenatal care availability, voter education and
HIV/AIDS Awareness. JJ started the “J Darcey AIDS Foundation” in 2006
to help bring education and awareness to the community about HIV and
the importance of getting tested. JJ also founded the “I’M Me” Foundation
which encourages positive social experiences, character building training
and self-worth for young women through education and entertainment.
JJ has interviewed President Barak Obama, and in 2010 was invited to
speak on Hip-Hop’s impact on the American political landscape at the
Congressional Black Caucus in Washington, D.C. Most recently JJ and her
daughter were spotlighted in the July issue of Mosaic Family Magazine.
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2013 Pink
Ribbon Panel
Lizzet López
Univision
Lizzet López joined Houston’s Univision 45 KXLN-TV as one of the anchors
for the morning shows Noticias 45 - Primera Edición on Univision and Vive
la Mañana on UniMás 67 KFTH-TV in March 2011.
Lizzet’s television career began simultaneously with her modeling, when in
1997 she was named as one of the new co-hosts for Sabor, a program on
Austin’s local Access Channel. During her stay in this city, she would also
serve as co-host for The Hectorini Show and Buscando Estrellas, as well as,
host of Domingos de Video.
Then from 2002 to 2004, she would travel to the city of Dallas where she
hosted Las 40 Principales, VJ and Top 40 Countdown with Más Música TV.
Afterwards, she relocated to Los Angeles where she worked as a reporter
for Al Exito T.V. in 2005 and hosted Amor o Mentira in 2006, both shows with Telemundo.
In 2008, Lizzet found herself in Miami participating in Galavision’s Misión Reportar, where she made it
to the top three finalists. Misión Reportar was a reality competition where the winner was awarded a
temporary contract with Univision Network. That same year, Lizzet came back to Los Angeles where
she hosted Videos Insólitos with Telemundo and would also serve as a guest host for Al Filo de la
Noticia.
Lizzet had the opportunity to expand her media experience in her home country, when in 2009 she
served as a news anchor for TV Azteca’s morning news show Info 7 AM in the state of Zacatecas. After
a year with Azteca, she then became the Hollywood correspondent for Mega TV in Los Angeles.
Cynthia Cisneros
KTRK-TV ABC Channel 13
As a native Houstonian, Cynthia Cisneros has witnessed much of the city’s
astounding growth firsthand.
Growing up in the city of South Houston, Cynthia went to school there
and later attended the University of Houston, graduating with a degree in
journalism. As a teen, she worked summer jobs at Foley’s and Astroworld.
Cynthia joined Eyewitness News as a general assignment reporter in August
1989. She’s covered hurricanes and other adverse weather stories, as well as
breaking news. Over the years, she’s won several awards for her coverage of
spot news and human interest stories.
But Cynthia says her greatest accomplishment has been the birth of her two
children. Working at Channel 13 while pregnant was a real adventure for her.
She enjoys time with her husband and two children, a daughter and a son.
Cynthia still likes to go to South Houston to catch up on neighborhood news
and she enjoys running into old high school buddies while out on stories.
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Ribbon Panel
Eric Rowe
KRBE 104.1 FM
Eric Rowe grew up in Central Illinois in a small town called Marseilles. He
planned to be a Farmer like his dad, grandpa and great grandpa. Then, he
realized he don’t like to work that hard. He loved listening to the radio as
a kid and began working in the small town of Ottawa, Illinois with 25,000
people. That’s where he came up with the signature saying “You Get The
Clap” and it is still used today on the Roula and Ryan Show. If you don’t know
that story, email him and he’ll fill you in.
Rowe attended Columbia College in Chicago and graduated with a BA.
He moved to Dallas in 2000 to do a morning show but quickly moved to
Houston in 2003 to work with Roula and Ryan. Rowe loves working with Roula and Ryan every morning
and they have become close friends.
The Roula and Ryan listeners are the heart of the show. Rowe says the listeners are what make the show
work and appreciates their support through good times and bad. He wishes he could tell every one how
much joy and happiness they have given him for almost 10 years. He lives his life on the radio and is
honored to have Houston care enough about them to listen.
Kandi Eastman
KMJQ 102.1 FM
Kandi “The Sweet Talker” Eastman is an accomplished, award-winning
personality at KMJQ, Majic 102.1 FM! She is readily recognized throughout
the city for her voice which offers “pearls of wisdom” on and off the mic.
Kandi has received recognition from the Mayor, Congresswoman Shelia
Jackson-Lee, Essence magazine, and “On-Air Personality of the Year” for
her contributions to the radio industry.
Part of Kandi’s “Majic” is her ability to straddle the generation divide and
connect with audiences of all ages; she attributes her strong faith in God in
helping her maintain a delicate balance between marriage, motherhood and
career.
Bonnie Petrie
KROI 92.1 FM
Bonnie Petrie anchors the afternoon news on News 92 FM with her partner, Mike
Barajas. The pair was recently honored as the best radio news anchor team in
Texas by the Associated Press. Bonnie has been honored several times over the
years for her work as an anchor, reporter, and writer. She has a special interest
in health and women’s issues, and has made a significant commitment to raising
awareness about breast cancer, from diagnosis to treatment, to living with and
fighting the disease, to surviving it and creating a life beyond cancer. Bonnie
attended graduate school at the University of North Texas majoring in Human
Development and Family Studies. She is the proud mother of an eight-year-old
girl.
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Race
Background
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and
fundraising event for breast cancer to date.
The Series of 5K runs and fitness walks raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer
movement, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the
disease. Since it began in 1983, the Komen Race for the Cure® Series has grown from one Race with
800 people in Dallas to a global series of more than 140 Races with 1.6 million people making an impact
on five continents.
The Komen Race Series welcomes people of all ages and fitness levels, from walkers to elite runners.
A Lifesaving Impact
In the United States, Komen Race for the Cure® events are organized by local Komen Affiliates, and 75
percent of the net income from each Race stays in the host community to fund local programs offering
breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment. The remaining 25 percent supports
breast cancer research. Internationally, the ratio of funds varies, based on the country’s needs. Thanks
to events like the Komen Race for the Cure®, we have invested nearly $1.9 billion to fulfill our promise,
playing a critical role in virtually every major advance in breast cancer. However, there is still work to be
done, and we need your help. Your donations and fundraising dollars will help us get to the finish line.
Footsteps Heard Around The World
Today, in addition to eight international Races conducted by our international Komen Affiliates, Susan G.
Komen collaborates with select NGOs in the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, South America
and Central Asia to host co-branded, culturally appropriate races. In 2012, Komen Race for the Cure®
events were held in the Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Georgia, Germany, Ghana,
Greece, Italy, Puerto Rico and Tanzania.
We’re In This Together
The Official Sponsors of the 2013-2014 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series are American Airlines,
Ford, New Balance, RE/MAX, SELF Magazine, Stanley Steamer, SunChips and Walgreens.
At each Race, breast cancer survivors are celebrated through the Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition
Program, co-sponsored on a national level by Bank of America and Zeta Tau Alpha. Breast cancer
survivors who wish to be recognized wear complimentary pink caps and T-shirts. Additionally, all Komen
Race participants are encouraged to wear “In Memory of” and “In Celebration of” back signs to honor
loved ones. These signature traditions are part of what makes the Komen Race for the Cure® Series so
unique.
The Komen Race for the Cure® Series would not be possible without the help of nearly 100,000
volunteers. The Volunteer Recognition Program, sponsored by Georgia-Pacific, the makers of Quilted
Northern Soft & Strong® Bath Tissue and Vanity Fair® Napkins, provides each Race day volunteer with
a unique T-shirt in appreciation of their efforts. Duties and recognition vary by location and may include
helping with registration, setting up staging or providing hydration along the Race course.
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Affiliate
Information
THE HOUSTON AFFILIATE OF SUSAN G. KOMEN®
Leading the breast cancer movement in the communities we serve…
The Komen Story
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer. In
1982 that promise became Susan G. Komen®, launching the global breast cancer movement and the largest group of volunteers
and grassroots advocates to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all, and energize science to find the cures.
Komen Houston Affiliate
With the guidance and support of trusted volunteers, the Komen Houston Affiliate was established in 1990, and is now the
largest source of nonprofit funding for breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment in Southeast Texas.
Service Area: Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and Montgomery counties
Funding History: Over $45 million for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment services
Programs:
Educational Outreach - Providing knowledge about breast health and breast cancer
Grants - The Komen Houston Affiliate’s granting process ensures the impartial allocation of funds to qualified 501c3 organizations helping countless breast cancer survivors and their families get the treatment and support they need.
• Up to 75% of net proceeds stay in our service area to fund grants awarded to breast health organizations
• The remaining 25% is contributed to the Susan G. Komen® National Award and Research Grant Program to fund cutting-edge research
Events - The Komen Houston Race for the Cure® is the largest footrace in Houston and the major source of funding. Typically taking place in October, the event serves as a powerful vehicle for spreading the life-saving message of
early detection and raising funds to help end breast cancer. Other events include the Annual Awards Luncheon and Community Partner fundraising events.
Where your Money Goes
We are committed to responsible stewardship of every dollar that is generously donated. Thanks to the commitment and
support of the Greater Houston Community, thousands of lives are being saved and each day brings us closer to finding a cure
for breast cancer.
Your Dollars at Work: We are pleased to report an overall 23% expense ratio to cover fundraising and administrative costs.
Dollars we gave away: The Komen Houston Affiliate has awarded a total of $3.8 million to fund breast cancer education,
screening, treatment, support and research.
• $2.9 million was granted to 21 local community organizations to fund breast cancer programs
• Over $950,000 invested to fund critical research through the Komen National Award and Research Grant Program
In Houston, we’re still running.
Every year the Komen Houston Race for the Cure® serves as a powerful vehicle for spreading the lifesaving message of early
detection to thousands of people. But the race doesn’t end on Race Day. There is incredible need beyond the race. There are
many ways you can give to the Komen Houston Affiliate. Whether it’s a gift of your time, your talents or your resources, you will
make a difference.
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About Mission
Komen
Susan G. Komen® is the boldest community fueling the best science and making the biggest impact in
the fight against breast cancer. Our global research and grants programs are essential driving forces for
achieving this mission. Our programs include:
Research and Scientific Programs
Komen has sustained a strong commitment to supporting research that will identify and deliver cures
for breast cancer. This commitment has resulted in important progress that has contributed to every
major advancement in breast cancer over the past 25 years. With increasing investments over time,
Komen is now the largest non-government funder of breast cancer research.
Komen’s Scientific Advisory Board guides our research focus, identifying the most promising areas of
research and the critical questions that need to be answered. The Komen Scholars, along with members
of Komen’s Advocates in Science, through a highly structured peer review process, help identify the
most promising projects for funding. With the guidance of these experts, Komen invests every research
dollar as carefully and conscientiously as possible.
Community Health and Outreach
Our community health grants ensure quality care for all by funding breast cancer education, screening
and treatment projects for those who need them most. Through community needs assessments, more
than 75,000 volunteers working through local Affiliates identify unmet needs in their communities
and provide Affiliate community health grants to fill these gaps. Komen’s Global Headquarters also
administers the National Capital Area Grants Program to address breast cancer disparities of the
medically underserved in the capital area. And to ensure quality care and access around the globe, our
Susan G. Komen® Global Promise Fund works with local communities and international organizations to
develop innovative education and outreach programs.
Affiliate Community Health Grants
In more than 18,000 communities across the U.S., more than 75,000 Susan G. Komen® volunteers work
to help fund breast cancer education, screening and treatment projects for those who need it most. Last
year, Komen for the Cure Affiliates—working in concert with local organizations—awarded more than
$93 million in needs-based community grants. That’s in addition to the many millions Komen invests
each year in promising research.
The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen’s® community health grant recipients for the 2013-2014
year are as follows: American Cancer Society, Angleton Danbury Medical Center, Asian American
Health Coalition, Baylor College of Medicine, Bayside Healthcare Foundation, Boat People SOS, Inc.
Houston, D’Feet Breast Cancer Inc., Good Neighbor Healthcare Center, Harris County Hospital District
Foundation, Health Center of Southeast Texas, Lesbian Health Initiative of Houston, Inc., Light & Salt
Association, Lone Star Community Health Center, Inc., Northeast Hospital Foundation, OakBend Medical
Center, Reconstruction of a Survivor, Shalom Mobile Health Ministry, Inc., Sisters Network Inc. National
Headquarters, The Methodist Hospital Foundation, The Rose, and University of Texas Medical Branch.
For more information, please see page 17 and 18.
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2013-2014
Grant Recipients
The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen® is proud to announce that it is granting $2.9 million dollars
this year to local organizations for education, screening, diagnostic, treatment and support services to
the uninsured and underserved in our community.
2013-2014 Komen Houston Affiliate Community Grant Recipients
American Cancer Society - $150,600
The Transportation Project provides transportation to breast cancer patients who need assistance getting to their
treatment.
Angleton Danbury Medical Center - $100,000
The Pink Warrior Project provides education and screening to those in Southern Brazoria County.
Asian American Health Coalition - $188,000
Project Phoenix provides breast cancer education, screening, patient navigation services, diagnostics and breast
cancer treatment for Asian American women. Services are provided in numerous Asian languages.
Baylor College of Medicine - $80,000
Facilitating Breast Cancer Prevention and Treatment in Underserved & Minority Women Project provides funding
to expand risk assessment/prevention, genetic counseling, early detection treatment, enrollment in clinical trials
and survivorship care to women seeking services at Smith Clinic.
Bayside Healthcare Foundation - $40,000
The Breast Cancer Prevention and Care Outreach Project provides education and screening services to a rural
population in Chambers County.
Boat People SOS, Inc. Houston - $70,000
The Health Awareness and Promotion Project provides education and screening services for Vietnamese women in
Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston, Chambers and Brazoria counties.
D’Feet Breast Cancer Inc. - $275,600
The D’Feet Breast Cancer Project provides breast cancer education, patient navigation services, screening and
diagnostics to underserved and uninsured women who reside in Galveston County.
Good Neighbor Healthcare Center - $172,804
The Breast Health in the Community Project provides English and Spanish education plus breast cancer screening
and diagnostics for low-income women with little or no health insurance living in Harris County.
Harris County Hospital District Foundation - $169,496
The Patient Navigation Program provides patient navigators to ensure prompt care for underserved women
seeking breast health services at Harris Health System.
Health Center of Southeast Texas - $72,000
The Breast Cancer Screening Program provides breast cancer screening, diagnostics and treatment to women in
Liberty County who have little or no health insurance.
Lesbian Health Initiative of Houston, Inc. - $60,000
The Breast Health Access Project provides breast cancer education, screening and navigation services and follow
up care to underserved LGBT women.
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2013-2014
Grant Recipients
Light & Salt Association - $26,000
The Increasing Access to Early Detection, Education and Support Services for Asian-American Women Project
provides education and treatment support to underserved Asian-American women living in Komen Houston
Affiliate’s seven-county service area.
Lone Star Community Health Center, Inc. - $95,500
The Expanding Breast Health Services Project provides education, screening and diagnostic services to uninsured
and underinsured population in Montgomery County.
Northeast Hospital Foundation - $200,500
Project Mammogram provides breast cancer education, screening and treatment to medically underserved, low
income individuals living in Harris, Montgomery and Liberty counties.
OakBend Medical Center - $75,000
The West Fort Bend Breast Screening Project provides screening and diagnostic services for medically
underserved women in west Fort Bend County.
Reconstruction of a Survivor - $20,000
The Saving Our Survivors Project improves the quality of life for breast cancer survivors by providing support
services.
Shalom Mobile Health Ministry, Inc. - $110,000
The Improving Access to Breast Healthcare Services for Underserved/Uninsured Women in Houston Project
provides breast cancer screening and diagnostic services to low-income and medically underserved women within
the East End community of Harris County.
Sisters Network Inc. National Headquarters - $60,000
The Navigation through Survivorship Project provides African American breast cancer patients with online, and
face-to-face mentoring using patient navigators, monthly support group meetings and evidence based educational
materials on survivorship care.
The Methodist Hospital Foundation - $105,000
The Breast Health Initiative Project provides education, clinical breast exams, mammograms, diagnostic services
and patient navigation for medically underserved women in East Harris, Chambers and Liberty counties.
The Methodist Hospital Foundation - $30,000
The Continued Care in Breast Cancer Treatment and Participation in Clinical Trials in Underserved and Minority
Patients Project provides clinical trial education and enrollment for the medically underserved, primarily Hispanic
patient population of Denver Harbor.
The Rose - $400,000
The Comprehensive Breast Health Program provides a full spectrum of breast healthcare for a diverse group of
women in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and Montgomery counties who are uninsured
or unable to pay. Women receive breast cancer education, screening, diagnostics, patient navigation services and
access to direct medical treatment for breast cancer.
University of Texas Medical Branch - $400,000
The Komen Complete Care Project provides breast cancer screening, diagnostics, and breast cancer treatment
for low-income, uninsured women residing in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty and
Montgomery Counties.
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Komen’s Recent
Milestones
2011
The definitive study on environmental issues in breast
cancer, funded by Susan G. Komen®, is released by the
First Komen Bahamas Race for the Cure® held in January as
prestigious Institute of Medicine. Komen issues a challenge
part of a mission delegation to the Bahamas.
to the government and other major funders to join Komen in
funding comprehensive studies on environmental issues in
Susan G. Komen awards its single largest investment of $4.5
million for National Capital Area breast health programs thanks breast cancer, and pledges $5 million in start-up funds for the
to funds raised through the Komen Global Race for the Cure®. research.
Komen announces $66 million in research funding, bringing
its breast cancer research investment since inception to $685
million, more than any other non-profit and second only to the
U.S. government.
Komen earns Charity Navigator’s prestigious four-star rating
for the fifth consecutive year, a feat accomplished by only 5
percent of the nation’s nonprofit organizations.
A 2011 Harris Interactive EquiTrend® study ranks Komen
among the top two nonprofit brands in equity and as a charity
people are most likely to donate to. Komen also ranks in the
top 10 of the nation’s most trusted nonprofits.
With the Caterpillar Foundation, Susan G. Komen® launches
a multi-year program to enhance screening and education in
Latin American countries.
Komen augments international work with a bold initiative to
add breast and cervical cancer screening to existing AIDS
platforms in developing countries, starting in Africa, through
a partnership with the U.S. State Department, UNAIDS, the
George W. Bush Institute, Merck and BD (Becton, Dickinson
and Company).
2012
Komen announces $58 million in new research funding for
2012, augmenting the $685 million that the organization has
invested in breast cancer research since 1982. These funds
target the full spectrum of cancer treatment – avoiding
overtreatment, personalized therapies, reducing racial and
socioeconomic disparities and more.
Komen Scholars Dr. Kimberly Blackwell, Dr. Ian Krop and Dr.
Jose Baselga report that a new “smart bomb” against breast
cancer, T-DM1, slowed the progression of metastatic HER-2+
breast cancer, with fewer side effects than current
treatments – an exciting step in personalized medicine.
Komen-funded researchers make history by mapping breast
cancer genomes and identifying four distinct sub-types
of breast cancer. This work, led by Drs. Charles Perou and
Matthew J.C. Ellis, could mean significant progress in treating
aggressive forms of breast cancer. Bahamas’ Ministry of Health
unveils its plans to advance breast cancer programs in the
Bahamas with support from Komen. A $100,000 donation
from Komen and others will be used to train health care
providers and increase public education and awareness efforts
in the country with the highest rate of inherited breast cancer
in the world.
Susan G. Komen® announces a partnership with GE Healthcare
to bring innovation to screening programs with a focus on rural Komen joins New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman
areas in the U.S., starting with Wyoming.
to implement new charitable cause marketing standards,
aimed at giving consumers better and more clear information
Komen leaders travel to China to assist with a national breast
about how their donations are supporting breast cancer
cancer screening program with Goldman-Sachs, the
research and programs.
All-Women China Federation and the Chinese government.
The inaugural report from the International Cancer Research
The Breast Cancer Stamp Act is reauthorized through 2015
Partnership (ICRP) is published bringing together detailed
thanks in part to support from the Komen Advocacy Alliance.
data about cancer research funding from more than 50 leading
The program has raised more than $74 million for breast
cancer organizations, including Komen. The report lays the
cancer research through commemorative stamp sales.
groundwork for greater global collaboration and focus for
the billions of dollars invested each year in cancer research
Komen launches community programs focused on disparities
worldwide.
in outcomes for women of color, with a pilot project in St.
Louis. In 2011, community programs funded by Komen and its
Affiliates total more than $1.3 billion in 30 years.
Lazos que Perduran, Komen’s new outreach specifically for
Latinas, launches with a goal of reducing breast cancer deaths
among Latinas with screening and community programs.
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Facts About
Breast Cancer
In 2013, it is estimated that among
U.S. women there will be:
232,340
new cases
of invasive breast cancer and
39,620
breast cancer deaths.
85%
•
• For women in the U.S., breast cancer
death rates are higher than those for any
other cancer, besides lung cancer.
•
•
•
•
of breast cancers occur
in women who have
no family history of breast
cancer.
Breast cancer in men is rare,
but it does happen.
A man’s lifetime risk of breast cancer is
about
1 in 1,000
About 1 in 8 U.S. women (just under 12%) will develop
invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
•
•
Besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly
diagnosed cancer among American women. Just under
30% of cancers in women are breast cancers.
White women are slightly more likely to develop breast
cancer than African-American women. However, in women
under 45, breast cancer is more common in African-American
women than white women. Overall, African-American women
are more likely to die of breast cancer. Asian, Hispanic, and
Native-American women have a lower risk of developing and
dying from breast cancer.
A woman’s risk of breast cancer approximately doubles
if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter)
who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. About 15%
of women who get breast cancer have a family member
diagnosed with it.
About 5-10% of breast cancers can be linked to gene
mutations (abnormal changes) inherited from one’s mother
or father. Mutations of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are the
most common. Women with these mutations have up to an
80% risk of developing breast cancer during their lifetime,
and they are more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age
(before menopause). An increased ovarian cancer risk is also
associated with these genetic mutations.
In men, about 1 in 10 breast cancers are believed to be
due to BRCA2 mutations, and even fewer cases to BRCA1
mutations.
The most significant risk factors for breast cancer are gender
(being a woman) and age (growing older).
Sources:Komen.org (http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/Statistics.html)
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Breast Cancer
Awareness
Know What Is Normal For You
The signs of breast cancer are not the same for all women. It is important to know how your breasts
normally look and feel. Many women have a pattern of lumpiness in their breasts, which is normal. But if
you feel or see any change in your breasts or underarms, ask your health care provider to examine the
area.
Women under age 40 with either a family history of breast cancer or other concerns about their
personal risk should talk with their health care provider about when to start getting mammograms or
other tests, such as a breast MRI, and how often to have them.
Early Detection
If breast cancer is found early, there are more treatment options and a better chance for survival.
A mammogram can find breast cancer before it can be felt. However, it is not perfect. But, when
mammography is combined with clinical breast exam your chances for finding cancer are even greater.
Remember, even if you feel healthy now, just being a woman and getting older puts you at risk for
breast cancer. Getting checked regularly can put your mind at ease. Finding cancer early may save your
life.
Breast Cancer Screening Tests
Mammogram — A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. It is the best screening tool used todayfor
early breast cancer detection. A mammogram can find cancer at an early stage when it is small and
easier to treat. Mammogram images can be stored on film (standard) or on a computer (digital).
Clinical breast exam — A breast exam by a health care provider should be part of your regular medical
checkup. If it is not, ask for it. A clinical breast exam includes a visual examination and carefully feeling
the entire breast — from the collarbone to the bra line, and from the armpit to the breastbone. If you are
40 or older, schedule your mammogram close to the time of your clinical breast exam.
Questions To Ask
Talk with your health care provider about your risk of breast cancer. Ask which screening tests are right
for you.
Here are some questions you might want to ask:
1. What is my risk for getting breast cancer?
2. Do I need a mammogram? If not, why not?
3. Where can I go to get a mammogram?
4. What if I cannot afford a mammogram?
5. How often should I get a mammogram?
6. How often do I need a clinical breast exam?
7. Should I consider other tests related to my risk?
8. Does my mammogram show that I have dense breasts?
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Breast Cancer
Awareness
Signs That You Should Not Ignore
Be aware of any change in your breast or underarm area. If you notice any of the following signs, see
your health care provider.
• Lumps, hard knot or thickening inside the breast or underarm area
• Swelling, warmth, redness or darkening of the breast
• Change in the size or shape of the breast
• Dimpling or puckering of the skin
• Itchy, scaly sore or rash on the nipple
• Pulling in of your nipple or other parts of the breast
• Nipple discharge that starts suddenly
• New pain in one spot that does not go away
Resources
You can receive information about mammograms and clinical breast exams by contacting:
The Houston Affiliate of Susan G. Komen®
713-783-9188
www.komen-houston.org
Susan G. Komen®
1-877 GO KOMEN (1-877-465-6636)
www.komen.org
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Free and Low Cost
Mammograms
Income and/or other eligibility requirements may apply; please call a facility for more information.
Certified Mammogram Facilities 1-800-363-2068 | www.fda.gov/mammographycertified.html.
For additional resources and information, please call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345
Angleton Danbury Medical Center
132 Hospital Dr.
Angleton, TX 77515
979-864-8422
*Breast care education, breast
exams and mammograms
*Bilingual assistance available
Health Center of Southeast Texas
307 N. William Barnett Ave.
Cleveland, TX 77327
281-592-2224
*Ask for Breast Cancer Screening Program,
*Liberty County residents
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Project Valet
713-794-0718
*Clinical breast exam, an education session
and a screening mammogram
*Class required
*Partnership with City of Houston clinics
Bayside Healthcare Foundation
Bayside Clinic - 409-267-4126
Mont Belvieu - 281.576.0670
*Serves Chambers County women
between 35-64 years
Houston Northwest Medical Center
Hospital
710 Cypress Creek Pkwy.
Houston, TX 77090
281-440-2545
Shalom Health Ministry
Flor Pena
8121 Broadway, Ste. 103
Houston, TX 77061
713-900-2750
Boat People S.O.S., Inc.
11360 Bellaire Boulevard, Suite 910
Houston, TX 77072
Tel. 281-530-6888 x 545
*Primarily serving Vietnamese women in
Harris, Brazoria, Chambers and Galveston
Counties
Hope Clinic/Asian American Health
Coalition
Project Phoenix
7001 Corporate Dr., Ste. 120
Houston, TX 77036
713-773-0803
Fort Bend Family Health Clinic
400 Austin St.
Richmond, TX 77469
281-342-4530
281-633-4060
*Ask for breast cancer screening project
*Partnership with OakBend Medical Center
Interfaith Community Clinic
101 Pine Manor Dr.
Oak Ridge North, TX 77385
281-364-7889
www.interfaithcommunityclinic.org
*Primarily serves Montgomery Country
residents
Galveston County Health District
Community Family Center
Texas City – 281-309-0255
Galveston – 409-938-2234
*Serves Galveston County women
between 40-64 years
*Partnership with D’Feet Breast Cancer
Lesbian Health Initiative of Houston, Inc.
401 Branard
Houston, TX 77008
713-426-3356 or [email protected]
www.LHIHouston.org
*Breast health education and
mammograms for uninsured and
underinsured lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender (LGBT) women and
transgender men
Good Neighbor Healthcare Center
190 Heights Blvd.
Houston, TX 77007
713-529-3597
*Clinical breast exam and breast cancer
class required
Harris Health System
Gold Card Eligibility Center
Southwest - 713-995-3500
East Mount Houston - 281-372-3100
South Loop - 713-643-3691
Pasadena - 713-740-8180
Lone Star Family Health Center
Lillian Sands
605 South Conroe Medical Dr.
Conroe, TX 77304
936-539-4004
Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital
18951 Memorial North
Humble, TX 77338
281-540-6443
*Ask for Project Mammogram
The Rose
Galleria - 281-484-4708
Southeast - 281-484-4708
*Must request free/low cost mammogram
when calling
The Methodist Hospital Foundation
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
Baytown - 832-556-6300
Denver Harbor Clinic - 713-441-3926
*Ask for the Komen Grant Mammogram
Program
*Serves women over 40 years
*Educational session and clinical breast
exam included
Spring Branch Community Health Center
Hillendahl Clinic - 713-462-6565 option 3
Pitner Clinic - 713-462-6545 option 3
*Ask about the Breast Health Program
St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital
6720 Bertner Ave.
Houston, TX 77030
832-355-0000
*Must request free/low cost mammogram
when calling
Bilingual assistance available
University of Texas Medical Branch
Komen Complete Care
Lizzie Hernandez
409-747-2036
*Serves Brazoria, Galveston, Harris, Fort
Bend and Montgomery Counties
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Financial
Assistance
American Cancer Society
1-877-227-1618
713-706-5690
www.cancer.org
Provides assistance with patient transportation,
support, lodging, wigs, resource referral and
navigation
Breast and Cervical Cancer Services
512-776-7796
www.dshs.state.tx.us
Provides assistance to low-income, uninsured
women diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer
that may qualify for medical coverage through
Medicaid for Breast and Cervical Cancer (MBCC)
Patient Advocate Foundation
1-800-532-5274
http://www.copays.org
http://www.patientadvocate.org/Help4U.php
Provides prescription assistance for uninsured or
underinsured patients
Provides patients with arbitration, mediation and negotiation
to settle issues with access to care, medical debt, and job
retention related to their illness
2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE
211
http://www.unitedwayhouston.org/?id=38
Provides a free help-line offering assistance
24 hours a day/7 days a week
CancerCare, Inc.
Linking A.R.M.S.™ Program
1-800-813-4673
http://www.cancercare.org/financial
Provides assistance with treatment to those
diagnosed with breast cancer
Reconstruction of a Survivor
713-741-4422
www.reconstructasurvivor.org
Provides financial assistance with limited amounts for rent,
utilities, prescriptions, etc.
Contact Dr. Jennie Bennett 713-410-4744
ECHOS
713-270-0369
www.echos-houston.org
Provides assistance with completing federal program
applications
Sisters Network® Inc.
866-781-1808
http://www.sistersnetworkinc.org
Financial assistance for mammography, co-pays, office visits,
prescriptions, medical related lodging and prosthesis
Livestrong Foundation
1-855-220-7777
www.livestrong.org/Get-Help
Provides financial assistance for fertility services for
those diagnosed with cancer
Texas Department of Insurance
1-855-839-2427 (TEX-CHAP) http://www.texashealthoptions.com/
Provides assistance for finding health insurance in Texas
Medicare
1-800-633-4227
www.medicare.gov
Provides information and assistance on Medicare
WINGS
210-946-9464
http://www.texaswings.org/default.html
Provides assistance with treatment to those with breast
cancer in Central and South Texas
Texas Medicaid Program
1-800-252-8263
http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/
Provides information and assistance on Texas Medicaid
Program
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Support
Resources
American Cancer Society
Laura Wood
6301 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77057
1-800-227-2345 (24 hr assistance)
1-877-227-1618
713-706-5631
Look Good/Feel Better Program, Wig Bank, Reach to
Recovery Program, Road to Recovery (transportation
assistance), support groups
Baylor College of Medicine
One Baylor Plz.
Houston, TX 77030
713-798-1999
Psychological support program
MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd., Unit 410
Houston, TX 77030
713-745-2435
Support groups and education
Oak Bend Medical Center
1705 Jackson St.
Richmond, TX 77469
281-341-4861
Support groups and education
Pink Ribbons Project
2449 South Blvd., Ste. 100
Houston, TX 77098
713-524-7465
Art classes for breast cancer survivors
Bayside Community Hospital
Nellie Lunsford
200 Hospital Dr.
Anahuac, TX 77514
409-267-3143
Education programs and resources, Mobile
mammography
Reconstruction of a Survivor
2617 W. Holcombe Blvd., Ste. 224
Houston, TX 77025
713-741-4422
Life Skills and Breast Cancer Support Group Sessions,
contact Dr. Jennie Bennett 713-410-4744
Breast Friends of The Woodlands
www.breastfriendsthewoodlands.webs.com
Facebook group: Breast Friends of the Woodlands
Support group for breast cancer survivors and
co-survivors
Sisters Network ® Inc.
2922 Rosedale Street
Houston, TX 77004
866-781-1808
Breast Cancer Support Group Sessions, Outreach and Education
Hope Clinic
7001 Corporate Dr., Ste. 120
Houston, TX 77036
713-773-0803
Breast health education
The Rose
Galleria - 5420 W. Loop South, Ste. 3300 Bellaire, TX 77401
281-484-4708
Southeast - 12700 N. Featherwood, Ste. 260
Houston, TX 77034
281-484-4708
Support groups, wigs and prosthesis bank
Indian American Cancer Network
Kanchan Kabad
P.O. Box 741886
Houston, TX 77274
713-370-3489
Support group and resources
Light and Salt Association
Helen Sun
9800 Town Park Dr., # 255
Houston, TX 77036
713-988-4724
281-799-7574
Young Survival Coalition
Cindy Kicinski
6990 Hillsdale Court
Indianapolis, IN 46250
317-682-4673
Education and resources for newly diagnosed young women
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