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
Hello! My name is Vickie-Lee Wall -- if you've worked with me, you likely know me as "Kili". I have been dealing with Metastatic / Stage IV / Terminal Breast Cancer since 2014.
I'm one of the "lucky" ones who've lived past the average survival of 2.5-3 years, and hoping to survive / thrive for many more years to come. In order for that to happen, some things have to occur.
1. The meds need to keep working. But the truth is that eventually my current line of treatment will fail. When that happens I will need
2. Another line of treatment that works. We need research for that to happen. Research to find treatments that work. Research to find treatments which are less debilitating (the current side effects are no joke). Research to find better means of detection so that hopefully fewer of us will end up at Stage IV to begin with.
RESEARCH is the key to it all. To that end, I support METAvivor because they fund research into Stage IV Breast Cancer. The big cancer groups only give a small % of their funding toward metastatic research, and Stage IV is the stage that actually kills. If we can conquer that, we can conquer it for the earlier stages as well. If you can help, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
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!