Breast Cancer Survivor Spotlight
Read  Sharsheret Peer Supporter Meredith's story, and learn why she wishes she had known about Sharsheret at the time of her breast cancer diagnosis at age 32.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Learn About Signs and Symptoms
One in 40 Ashkenazi Jews carries a BRCA gene mutation, more than 10 times the rate of the general population, making Jewish families significantly more susceptible to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.  Be aware of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
Raise Breast Cancer Awareness In October
Awareness saves lives. Join hundreds of congregations across the country and plan a Sharsheret Pink Shabbat® in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Sharsheret's Teal and Pink Shabbat Program is made possible with generous support from Basser Center for BRCA , Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County , Rose Medical Center , Susan G. Komen Greater NYC ,   and  Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center .
Order Your FREE Customized Kit!
Sharsheret is here for you. If you are a young mother going through breast or ovarian cancer, order a FREE customized Busy Box filled with toys and resources to help you guide and occupy your children during the cancer journey. Currently undergoing treatment? Order a Best Face Forward kit with a wide variety of makeup products and application tips. And whether you were diagnosed 10 weeks ago, 10 months ago, or 10 years ago, our s urvivorship kits f or breast and ovarian cancer survivors are tailor-made to help you navigate your entire cancer journey and come with a free healthy living cookbook and pedometer. Thank you to our survivorship kit sponsor Novartis Oncology , and to our Best Face Forward kit sponsor TESARO .
Clinical trials and research studies play an important role in the understanding and treatment of breast cancer. The impact of clinical trials and research study findings can be significant for you and the public at large. Order our new Clinical Trials in a New Age brochure to help guide you with critical information you need to know. Thank you to all of our sponsors for making this new resource possible.
Dr. Sharyn Lewin of Holy Name Medical Center Joins Medical Advisory Board
We are excited to announce that Dr. Sharyn N. Lewin, MD, FACS, FACOG, Gynecologic Oncologist, Director, Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Holy Name Medical Center, has joined our Medical Advisory Board. Dr. Lewin is recognized both nationally and internationally for her acumen in performing laparoscopic, robotic, and open surgery to treat complex gynecologic cancers and related malignancies of the upper abdomen and pelvic/colorectal areas. We are eager to work together with Dr. Lewin to better the lives of women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer nationwide.
Calling All Bakers For Our Pies For Prevention Thanksgiving Bake Sale
Love to bake? Ready to raise awareness?

The national pre-Thanksgiving bake sale supports Sharsheret's ovarian cancer program. To learn more about becoming a baker in your community, or to sign up your synagogue/organization, contact Outreach Program Coordinator Sarah Eagle .

Sisters Adeena Sussman and Sharon Wieder launched the Pies For Prevention Thanksgiving Bake Sale in 2008 in memory of their mother and grandmother whom they lost to ovarian cancer.
Mark Your Calendars For Upcoming Events
Dallas Community & Sharsheret Event: Wednesday, October 25th, 7 pm at the home of Elaine Pearlman. Lizzy Greif & Elaine Pearlman invite the Dallas community for an evening to learn about "What's Jewish About Breast Cancer and Ovarian Cancer." For more information, please contact Lizzy Greif . To RSVP, click here .

Flatbush, Brooklyn Girls’ Night Out: Saturday night, November 4th, 8:30 pm at Agudath Israel Bais Binyomin. Sharpen Your Memory! Join us for a total brain workout. This event will feature world-renowned American Memory Master, Matthew Goerke. Pre-register here . T hank you to our event sponsors Basser Center for BRCA , Myriad Genetic Laboratories, and Susan G. Komen Greater NYC .

Sharsheret California First Anniversary Celebration: Sunday, November 5th, 7 pm at the Robertson Art Space, Los Angeles. This event will honor and thank all of our volunteers and friends who have helped make the first year of our California regional office so successful. With a performance from vocalist, songwriter, and performer Eleanor Tallie , this event is not to be missed. RSVP here . Thank you to our Platinum Benefactor, Amgen .

Sharsheret Florida Gala : Saturday, December 2nd, 8 pm at the Design Center of the Americas, Dania Beach. This year, we will honor Miriam Amselem and Rebecca Stern, M.D. We will also highlight the 10th anniversary of our national partnership with Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority.  Register here .
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