Every day 117 people in the U.S. die of metastatic breast cancer (MBC), also known as Stage 4, where the breast cancer has spread to other parts of the body. Funding MBC research is the only way to find a cure!
ABOUT ME
As a wife, daughter, sister, auntie, and dog mom of three, I have so many reasons to fight. I'm a cancer thriver from Atlanta, Georgia, who believes that research is the key to a long life. My own journey began in 2012 when I beat Hodgkin's lymphoma at age 22. I then survived stage I breast cancer in 2017, only to be diagnosed with stage IV metastatic breast cancer in 2020. The approval of new drugs fills me with hope, as each one adds more treatment options and extends lives, a mission I'm deeply passionate about.
When I'm not advocating for cancer research, I pursue my love for art through watercolor and ceramics. I find joy in spending time with my family and my dogs, Charlie, Lola, and Obi-Wan. We love walking in local parks, but the beach is my absolute favorite place to get away. I'm still learning to navigate this "new" normal with grace, and I find joy in helping others cope with the daily challenges that a metastatic diagnosis brings.
Funding research saves lives.
WHAT IS #LightUpMBC ?
The #LightUpMBC campaign is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness and funds for metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research to benefit METAvivor. Held annually in October, the campaign partners with hundreds of iconic landmarks around the world to illuminate in the symbolic MBC awareness colors of green, teal, and pink. By uniting patients, families, and supporters, #LightUpMBC shines a spotlight on the urgent need for more research and resources to improve outcomes for MBC patients.
#LightUpMBC Live is a dynamic virtual event that serves as the centerpiece of the #LightUpMBC campaign, bringing together the metastatic breast cancer (MBC) community and its supporters for an evening of storytelling, inspiration, and impact. Hosted annually on October 13 on Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, this live-streamed program features powerful stories from MBC patients and their families, musical performances, and appearances by special guests who amplify the mission of raising awareness and funds for MBC research. #LightUpMBC Live provides a platform for education and advocacy, highlighting the urgency of funding scientific breakthroughs for the most advanced stage of breast cancer. For more info on how to watch, get involved, or view the list of participating landmarks, please visit www.LightUpMBC.org
TAKE ACTION TODAY
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Use #LightUpMBC and #METAvivor tags in all social posts to help raise awareness.
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Thank you!