There's still time to run Pink! 

 

For more information about joining Pink Streak in 2006 visit www.y-me.org/illinois or contact Ciara McGrath at cmcgrath@y-me.org or 312-364-9071.

We are thrilled to welcome Jeanne Walton on board as our new Director of Development.

Y-ME Illinois Welcomes New Director of Development

 

Jeanne Walton graduated with honors from Columbia College Chicago and earned a certificate from DePaul University in Foundations of Public Service.  She has worked in the nonprofit arena for over six years and has a diverse professional background that is well suited for the multi-faceted responsibilities of the Director of Development position.  Her extensive experience working in major gifts, board development, volunteer relations, and special events will help bolster fundraising as Y-ME Illinois focuses on downstate expansion.

Jeanne is honored to be a part of the dynamic Y-ME Illinois team during this exciting new phase of growth.  Already she has found herself deeply inspired by the women she has met who have defeated breast cancer and are finding unique and compassionate ways to give back. She looks forward to working with our community of supporters to ensure the sustainability of the Y-ME mission so that no one ever faces breast cancer alone.

When away from the office Jeanne enjoys spending time with her Chocolate Labrador and participating in athletics of all types.  She is a softball enthusiast and volunteers as a coach for underprivileged girls ages 9-12 living in Chicago.  Now in their second season she and the team hope to win another championship victory!  

 

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Honor Your Special Supporter

Looking for a special way to say “Thank You” to that person who was always by your side throughout your recovery? Want to let them know you were stronger because of their support? Nominate your special supporter to be recognized at the 2006 Y-ME Illinois Fashion Show and Luncheon.

As a breast cancer survivor, you know how important a strong support system can help in your recovery. Whether your special supporter was a family member, a friend, or a medical professional,  Y-ME Illinois wants to honor you and that special person at this year’s 26th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon “The Circle of Help and Healing” on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006, at the Hilton Chicago.

A few select survivors and their special supporters will be chosen to be models in the fashion show in a random drawing. All entries will be acknowledged at this year’s Y-ME Illinois Fashion Show & Luncheon.

Click here to download a nomination form. All entries must be submitted by August 1, 2006.  To have one faxed or emailed to you, contact Rosemary Drexel at 312-364-9071 or rdrexel@y-me.org.

 

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Be Part of the Y-ME Illinois Consumer Panel

Interested in sharing your opinion and experiences? Sign up to be part of the Y-ME Illinois Consumer Panel!

What does this entail? It simply means that Y-ME Illinois will contact you when we need patient, caregiver, advocate, or other input. You might be invited to focus groups or receive surveys and you can always opt out!

To sign up, just join our mailing list and be sure to select Y-ME Consumer Panel in the mailing options.  You can also e-mail illinois@y-me.org if you're interested.

 

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Need Help with Drug Co-Pays?

Patient Advocate Foundation's Co-Pay Relief (CPR) provides direct financial assistance to qualified patients, assisting them with prescription drug co-payments their insurance requires. The program offers personal service to all patients through the use of call counselors. The call counselor works directly with the patient as well as with the provider of care to obtain necessary medical, insurance and income information to advance the application in an expeditious manner.

Click here to learn more.

 

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Y-ME Illinois Seeks Program Staff

Are you a committed individual with experience managing programs and/or volunteers?  Help ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone.

Read about open positions at Y-ME Illinois.

Calendar of Events  

We also post additional events online:

• Third Party Events calendar
• Other events in the breast cancer community
• Mammogram van visits

August 26, 2006

Alderman Rugai's 12th Annual Y-ME Softball Tournament
Chicago, Illinois

Join us for this Y-ME summer tradition raising funds to ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone. Call (312) 364-9071 for more information.

 

October 22, 2006
The LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon
Chicago, Illinois

Cheer on the 2006 Pink Streak Marathon Team as they run 26.2 miles to ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone! If you want to become part of the Pink Streak Team, contact Ciara McGrath at cmcgrath@y-me.org or visit the Pink Streak website.

October 28, 2006
26th Annual Y-ME Illinois Fashion Show & Luncheon

"Circle of Help and Healing"
Chicago Hilton & Towers - 720 S. Michigan Ave.

Don't miss this signature Y-ME event celebrating survivorship! 

 

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Science & Research News   
Y-ME Illinois does not necessarily endorse the content listed below.  We also remind our readers about the importance of reading reports regarding the latest research with a critical eye. Happy reading!

   

Immune Systems In Breast Cancer Survivors May Affect Fatigue
Breast cancer survivors who suffer from persistent, debilitating fatigue years after their diagnosis have something in common: their immune systems don't shut down following treatment, according to researchers at UCLA's Jonsson Cancer Center. Read more.

 

Sorting Out Pills to Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
If someone invented a pill that could prevent breast cancer, women would line up to take it.  Researchers thought they had the next best thing... Read more.

 

Shift in Treating Breast Cancer Is Under Debate
Doctors who treat women with breast cancer are glimpsing the possibility of a vastly different future. Read more.

 

Cholesterol-lowering Drugs Not Associated With Increased Breast Cancer Risk
A report being published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that women who took statins--the widely used cholesterol lowering drugs--do not face an increased breast cancer risk as had been suggested by some previous studies. Read more.

 

Balancing Painful Swelling With a Desire to Exercise
For almost 20 years, the prevailing wisdom among most doctors has been that breast cancer survivors at risk of contracting lymphedema should avoid most upper-body exercise or lifting anything heavier than five pounds. Read more.