The Real Facts of Male Breast Cancer

The Real Facts of Male Breast Cancer: Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of death of women in the United States. However, breast cancer can occur in men as well. According to the National Cancer Institute, 2,360 men were diagnosed with breast cancer and 430 men died…

Breast Cancer in Young Women

It is typically suggested by health professionals that women receive their first mammogram at age 40, although that age used to be 50. One reason for this is that before age 50 most women retain high breast density, making it difficult to detect the cancer. After age 50,…

Breast Cancer Survivor Tattoos

Recently, I have taken the time to scroll through the hundreds of photos of  post-mastectomy/reconstruction tattoos that women have been creatively designing. Interestingly enough, not only are survivors receiving 3-D areola’s in flesh-colored tones that look incredibly realistic; but they are also getting intricate designs of flowers, pink ribbons,…

Tempur-Pedic Mattress Donation Application

Dear Applicant, The United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) is pleased to offer you the opportunity to receive a free Tempur-Pedic mattress, the most highly recommended bed in America. We are providing the community with 100 twin mattresses and 20 full size mattresses. Please complete the below form to…

UBCF Tempur-Pedic Mattress Donation 2014

United Breast Cancer Foundation Distributes New Tempur-Pedic Mattresses to the Needy Gifts in kind are just one way UBCF helps support those affected by breast cancer. Annual Tempur-Pedic Mattress Donation is made possible thanks to UBCF’s supporters UBCF is an approved charity through Amazon Smile, eBay Giving and…

UBCF T-Shirts Available Through November

Exciting news! United Breast Cancer Foundation has designed white t-shirts with our logo that are now available for order through November. Each shirt is only $15 and all the proceeds go directly to our programs because they are being sold through Booster which is a program by Custom Ink…

Thanksgiving: A Fall Tradition

I have to say my favorite Holiday of the year is Thanksgiving. I love that there is no hype with this holiday, no gifts being exchanged except for a Hello hug and a kiss goodbye and of course a pumpkin pie or 2!  My favorite part of the…

Male Breast Cancer: the Stigma

The other day, I came across some articles with first hand accounts as to what it’s like to have breast cancer as a man. As expected, most men with breast cancer seem to have a similar experiences of shock, subsequent embarrassment, battling the “stigma” of having a predominately…

UBCF Fundraising Goal: $10,000 for Breast Screening Program

Huntington Station, NY (PRWEB) October 17, 2014 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and theUnited Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) would like to take this opportunity to remind women of all ages to make an appointment for their breast cancer screening. During the month of October, UBCF is conducting a…

3 Breast Cancer Apps for Your Phone

There are many iPhone/Android apps floating around that assist women and girls by educating them about self-exams, tips and facts about breast health and reminders about breast exams. These three apps have great reviews and they’re all free from the App store! The first two apps both give…