Meet One of The Rose’s Youngest Diagnosed Patients
Monserrat’s decision to perform a self-exam after attending a health fair changed the trajectory of her life. Upon finding a lump, she faced unimaginable challenges due to a lack of insurance. Yet, with the support of The Rose and the steadfast care of Dr. Bonefas, she navigated a grueling journey towards recovery and advocacy.
Why Early Mammograms Matter: Insights from a Legendary Breast Surgeon
Being a doctor has its challenges but imagine starting out when women weren’t always accepted in medicine. Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas built a practice, stood up for her patients, and guided many through tough breast cancer battles.
Women Driving Business: Networking, Support, and Breast Health Awareness
What does it really mean to build a network that changes lives? Sarah Cain saw a need—not just for business growth, but for women to connect, support, and lift each other.
How One Woman Danced through Her Breast Cancer Diagnosis
What does it take to turn a breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help others? Carol Grimaldi is the co-founder of Together in Pink, an organization born from her own breast cancer experience.
How One Woman’s Positive Attitude Became Her Best Medicine
What would life look like if I only did things that nourished my soul? Linda Griffin asked herself that question after facing breast cancer. She decided to make a change.
Living with the BRCA Gene: David Mauk on Family, Breast Cancer, and Early Detection
What do you do when cancer is always present in your family? David Mauk lost his mother, his sister, and other loved ones to breast cancer. He knows what it’s like to grow up surrounded by the reality of cancer and to carry the BRCA gene.
One Million Miracles: The Rose’s Journey in Supporting Women’s Breast Health
What’s behind the numbers? A million people served by The Rose. These are not just numbers. These are stories of impact, of lives touched, and of communities supported.
The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Early Breast Cancer Detection
What happens when a young mother finds a lump and is told it’s nothing to worry about? Trish Hayes was 36, had just finished breastfeeding, and kept hearing she was too young for breast cancer.
Do You Know The Rose’s Pink-Haired Rapper?
Chris Noble spends her time talking about breast health and early detection of breast cancer within various communities. Her dedication spans 13 years, marked by her dynamic presentations that make use of a tambourine and even a self-written rap to engage audiences. She emphasizes resilience as a key theme in her talks, sharing personal stories and encouraging others to embrace their inner strength. Her journey includes overcoming her fear of public speaking and running for city council. Chris is as an integral, and unique, voice in breast health advocacy.
Biomedical Engineering to Women’s Health Advocate
Peggy Connor’s journey from co-founding a biomedical engineering firm to dedicating her life to women’s healthcare services at The Rose is marked by a deep sense of purpose. After witnessing the need for better healthcare during her missionary work and through her own personal experiences, Peggy returned to medicine, finding solace and fulfillment in educating and supporting uninsured women. Her story illustrates the power of following one’s calling to make a profound difference.