Saluting Our Cancer Warriors
Breast cancer, and every other form of cancer, touches the lives of countless individuals and families, leaving an indelible mark. For many, like myself, it hits home. Losing my aunt Gayle to this disease makes this deeply personal and for my mother, the loss of her sister and best friend was a heart-wrenching experience. This personal connection fuels my drive to be involved with organizations like Knitting For Cancer – an organization dedicated to providing solace and support to those in the throes of this challenging battle.
Every cancer warrior, whether in the midst of their fight or having emerged victorious, ‘is’ a symbol of strength, hope, and resilience. Their journeys are a testament to the human spirit’s indomitable will to survive and thrive. We salute all of you incredible warriors who inspire us daily with your determination to face such adversity head on. We recognize their sacrifice, resolve, and ability to find sunlight in the darkest of times.
This month is a crucial time to celebrate the fighters, while also remembering the Brave-Souls who have left us. Breast cancer has claimed far too many lives, over 43,000 last year alone, leaving a void in our hearts. Let us honor their memories, cherishing all the moments shared and the enduring impact they had on our lives.
We can help increase awareness about the disease but while progress has been made in therapies and early detection methods like 3D mammography, liquid biopsies, and molecular profiling, we cannot ignore the disparities among Asians, Hispanics, and Blacks that persist in breast cancer outcomes. With the disease developing at higher rates among White women, Blacks, in particular, suffer more aggressive types and higher mortality rates, 40 percent higher. This could be attributed to various lifestyle choices and a number of systemic issues within the medical system such as lack of culturally competent healthcare providers, greater support for underserved communities, and equitable access due to socioeconomic conditions. These issues perpetuate medical mistrust and create barriers to early detection, inclusive clinical trials, and timely treatment. Poverty itself is a social problem that reaches across every ethnic line so we must support initiatives aimed at improving access and affordable healthcare for all.
Join Tranquil Earth Alliance and spread the stories of resilience and triumph. We encourage survivors to share their journeys to provide invaluable support and guidance to those currently in the battle. Let them know “You Are Not Alone!”
Support organizations like Sharsheret, Knitting For Cancer, St. Jude, Asian American Donor Program, Save the Ta-Tas Foundation, and others.
Cancer Survivors, you are living proof that breast cancer can be defeated, and we at Tranquil Earth Alliance celebrate your strength throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month and beyond.
“You Are Not Alone in Your Fight!”
To Live For The People.
Founder & CEO of the Tranquil Earth Alliance
