Breast cancer remains a significant health challenge facing millions of women today, with early detection and access to quality care being crucial in the fight against this pervasive disease.Let’s tackle the tough conversations and navigate the journey together.In this episode, Barbara Archer speaks with Victoria Smart, Senior Vice President of Mission for the Susan G. Komen organization, the world’s largest breast cancer organization with over $3 billion in investments in breast cancer research, advocacy, and patient support to date. They have an insightful discussion on the different types of breast cancer, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment choices, emotional and psychological impact, and post-recovery options and challenges.Victoria Smart discusses: Best practices to improve the chance of early detectionWhat patients may expect while undergoing treatment and navigating various optionsEffective coping strategies and lifestyle changes to aid the fight against breast cancerHow friends and family of a breast cancer patient can build a strong support systemAdvancements in breast cancer research (including the advocacy and efforts of Susan G. Komen)And moreResources:Real Pink PodcastBreastcancer.orgTypes of Breast Cancer“Up for the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer―from a Five-Time Survivor” by Bill C. PottsConnect with Victoria Smart:(1 877-GO Komen) for Patient Care CenterSusan G. KomenLinkedIn: Victoria SmartLinkedIn: Susan G. KomenFacebook: Susan G. KomenX (Twitter): Susan G. KomenInstagram: Susan G. KomenYouTube: Susan G. KomenConnect with Barbara: LinkedIn: Barbara ArcherHightower AdvisorsAbout Our Guest: Victoria Smart is the Senior Vice President of Mission for the Susan G. Komen organization, the world’s largest breast cancer organization with over $3 billion in investments in breast cancer research, advocacy, and patient support to date. Victoria leads Komen’s...

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