Mission Moments: Stories of Courage and Connection at The Rose
Support comes to life at the “Everything’s Coming Up Roses Luncheon,” where advocates, survivors, board members, and friends stand shoulder to shoulder for women’s health in the community.
The Woman Who Chased Down The Rose’s Mobile Coach
Dee Benson’s inspiring journey from overcoming addiction to championing breast cancer awareness and support is an extraordinary example of determination and resilience. After discovering her diagnosis during a long-overdue mammogram and facing insurance hurdles, she sought help from The Rose, following their pink mobile mammography coach she noticed while driving. Her mission now is connecting with communities to ensure no one faces their health battles alone.
Why Breast Cancer can be the DEADLIEST Cancer a MAN can Have
Challenging conventional wisdom, Ronnie Pace, a two-time breast cancer survivor, shares his inspiring journey and the emotional decision to withhold his diagnosis from his wife, emphasizing the significance of men’s breast health awareness as a dedicated board member at The Rose in this episode.
A Man’s Breast Cancer Journey
An estimated one out of every one-hundred breast cancers diagnosed are found in a man.
Charlie Morris is one of them. And he joins Dorothy to talk about his experience.
During this episode, you’ll learn how he discovered his cancer, how he beat it, the reaction from his guy friends at work, and what he does to spread awareness in the community.
Honoring The Rose with a Bottle of Wine–and a BATHROOM!
Ryan Levy, founder of Nice Winery and a dedicated advocate for The Rose’s mission to support uninsured women in Houston, shares his inspiring career pivot from a successful lawyer to creating wines for a cause, highlighting how they honor The Rose’s mission in multiple ways in this episode.
More Than a Tournament: When Tennis Meets Breast Cancer Advocacy
The Serve Up a Cure team supports breast cancer awareness events, recruit new members who are passionate about access to breast care, and raise money for The Rose year after year.
Krispy Kremes and Wigs: Finding Sweetness in the Breast Cancer Storm
For Michelle Meisner, surviving breast cancer twice led to a new purpose and a drive to give back. You’ll hear how her journey brought her to the Rose and inspired her.
Clinical Trials Explained: Benefits, Barriers, and Breakthroughs in Oncology
Clinical trials pave the way for new breast cancer treatments, but many patients hesitate to take part. Dr. Elkhanany breaks down what these studies really mean and why access and education make a difference.
More Than a Mammogram: How The Rose Changes Lives
When healthcare costs seem out of reach, real stories offer hope and guidance for women facing tough choices about breast health.
What’s Cooking Behind the Scenes at Shrimp Boil: Grit, Gratitude and Giving Back
Have you ever thought getting involved in a cause would mean so much more after a personal diagnosis? For some, it starts as volunteering or supporting loved ones. For others, it becomes a personal journey of survival, advocacy, and sharing information.