Male Breast Cancer: the Stigma

The other day, I came across some articles with first hand accounts as to what it’s like to have breast cancer as a man. As expected, most men with breast cancer seem to have a similar experiences of shock, subsequent embarrassment, battling the “stigma” of having a predominately…

UBCF Fundraising Goal: $10,000 for Breast Screening Program

Huntington Station, NY (PRWEB) October 17, 2014 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and theUnited Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) would like to take this opportunity to remind women of all ages to make an appointment for their breast cancer screening. During the month of October, UBCF is conducting a…

3 Breast Cancer Apps for Your Phone

There are many iPhone/Android apps floating around that assist women and girls by educating them about self-exams, tips and facts about breast health and reminders about breast exams. These three apps have great reviews and they’re all free from the App store! The first two apps both give…

Camp Lightheart

UBCF has been a proud sponsor of Camp Lightheart since 2008.  Camp Lightheart is a weekend camp for children whose parents are managing breast cancer.  Camp Lightheart is hosted by Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY and facilitated by Breast Cancer Options.  Camp Lightheart is a wonderful opportunity for…