The Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition is celebrating 30 years.
is celebrating 30 years. An anniversary conference at the Harrisburg Hilton Hotel will feature workshops to cultivate intriguing conversations and presentations on breast cancer research and honor leaders and organizations in the community that have been at the forefront of breast cancer awareness and fundraising.
The Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition was founded by Pat Halpin-Murphy in 1993. She is currently the president of PBCC and also a stage three breast cancer survivor. Natalie Kopp, communications director with PBCC, says that Halpin-Murphy helped women start the conversation. “Many women were not talking about their breast cancer diagnosis,” said Kopp. ”Fast forward 30 years, we’ve had so many advances in research. Treatment, legislative advocacy, which is something we are proud to have worked on over those years.”
Organizers say the groups and individuals receiving awards are champions who share stories of courage, advocate for women’s health issues, discover research and breakthroughs, and empower communities to make an impact. , MD, FASTRO, FASCO, is a radiation oncologist and Vice Provost for Academic and Faculty Affairs at the University of Michigan, and the 2023 recipient of the Potamkin Prize for Research. Dr.
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