This was an eventful week in the world of breast cancer fundraising and healthcare issues. On Tuesday, The Susan G. Komen foundation made public their decision to stop providing grants to Planned Parenthood. According to the New York Times, their decision would impact “breast cancer screening and education programs run by Planned Parenthood affiliates.”
This set off a flurry of reaction—including an outpouring of social media commentary, advocacy, and action. In the wake of this response, the Susan G. Komen foundation reversed their decision and announced today that they would continue to fund the screening and education programs run by Planned Parenthood affiliates.
The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program has stayed on top of the story as it unfolded and their staff offers “5 Lessons We Have Learned from the Komen/Planned Parenthood Controversy:”
- Don’t underestimate the power of your voice.
- Social media is an incredible avenue for change.
- Breast cancer and the needs of women are larger than political, ideological and cultural differences.
- Millions of Americans recognize that we have a responsibility to assure that all women have access to quality health care.
- Breast cancer affects everyone.
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