Shrimply the Best: The Shrimp Boil’s Celebration of Community
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During this episode, you’ll learn about The Shrimp Boil’s humble beginnings. From those modest roots that include a mini-bass boat, the event has blossomed into a beloved community tradition that raises funds for The Rose’s programs.
Shrimply Irresistible: The Rose’s 35th Annual Shrimp Boil
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The Shrimp Boil is a beloved annual fundraiser hosted by The Rose. What started as a small gathering has blossomed into a massive party with over eight hundred attendees. It happens at the Pasadena Convention Center on June 22nd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Dr. Raz, On the Human Touch in a Digital World
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The Rose’s lead radiologist, Dr. Raz, sat down with Freddy Cruz for a conversation on his podcast Cruz through HTX. Dr. Raz shared his journey to a career in radiology, as well as stories that have motivated him for many years. He discusses advancements in radiology, and the role of AI in healthcare.
From Cancer to Cocoa Beans in Ecuador – Why this Scientist Believes We Should Think Twice About Sugar
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Join us for an interesting podcast with guest, Dr. Beata Lerman. Dr. Lerman shares her journey from scientist to T-cell lymphoma survivor, to her current role as a maker of sugar-free chocolate.
Cancer Loves Sugar, a Conversation with Dr. Melillo
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What can we do to feed ourselves better food so we can live our best lives? Dr. Dixie Melillo joins Dorothy to answer that question, and others. And these are hard truths we all need to hear. She and Dorothy talk about nutrition as it pertains to not only cancer, but to overall health.
She Helps Bring The Rose to Rural Texans
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Renee Parrott spent 20 years in healthcare.
As a practice manager, she knew all the ins and outs of busy doctor’s offices, but the losses that she experienced during 2020 rocked the very foundation of her world.
She needed a different path.
Today, as The Rose’s Community Engagement Navigator, Renee’s work is also her mission.
During this episode, you will learn how she brings mammogram services to different counties, makes access to care possible, and helps us save lives.
From Office to Altitude: How Roxann Skydived for The Rose’s Cause
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Roxann Hayford, The Rose’s Communications Specialist, demonstrated her exceptional communication skills by not only explaining her reason for jumping out of a perfectly good airplane but also articulating The Rose’s mission while soaring thousands of feet in the air.
Skill and Experience Shape Brittany’s Daily Work and Passion has Meant Her Work has a Purpose
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In this podcast episode, Dorothy interviews Brittany Weston, a dedicated mammographer at The Rose, who shares her personal connection to breast cancer and insights into the importance of ultrasounds, mammograms, and maintaining composure when faced with concerning findings.
How Our Mammogram to Medical Home Program Gets More Women Access to Critical Care
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Amanda Gujral, the Nurse Practitioner-Manager of The Rose’s Mammogram to Medical Home Program, shares the impactful success stories of this program in providing uninsured women with access to healthcare, including the inspiring journey of a woman who immigrated from Venezuela on foot, while also discussing how the program extends beyond breast healthcare in this episode with Dorothy.
She’s the Spark Behind Our FUNdraising Fun
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Shannon McNair, The Rose’s Fundraising Manager, shares her experiences overseeing a wide range of fundraising efforts and touching personal stories related to cancer’s impact on someone close to her, encapsulating the profound reward and fulfillment of her role at The Rose with the heartfelt sentiment: “I love what I’m doing. I love who I do it with. And I love who we do it for.”