Aeliya Jaffar, a former pharmacist diagnosed with breast cancer postpartum during the COVID-19 pandemic and dealing with the loss of her grandmother, shares her poignant journey, balancing strength, heroism, and humor throughout her experiences…Read More

Amber Gonzalez shares how a pea sized lump led to a triple negative breast cancer diagnosis, aggressive chemo, surgery, and hard decisions about what to tell her children. From cold caps and hats to long days at Texas Oncology with her mother at her side, Amber shows what early action, self exams, and strong support can mean for young women facing breast cancer….Read More

LaTreace Price-Gistard didn’t know about The Rose when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer. She’s convinced things would have ended up quite differently if she had. During this episode, we talk about her breast cancer journey, the effects of her battle as it relates to her children, and how she ended up serving as a volunteer for The Rose. …Read More

Former 36-year trial attorney, breast cancer survivor, and a passionate advocate fighting for healthcare equity. Maria Boyce steps into her new role as Board Chair of The Rose, channeling her own life-saving early diagnosis into a mission to ensure quality breast healthcare is a right for all women, not a privilege. From navigating structural barriers across 45 Texas counties and supporting women through patient advocacy to making a legacy gift for future generations, Maria discusses how early detection, dedicated advocacy, and community support save lives. If this conversation has inspired you to join the fight against breast cancer, share this episode with family and friends and consider making a donation at therose.org so another woman gets the care she needs…Read More

Stage one, double mastectomy, and a woman who refuses to keep breast cancer quiet. Marla Hurley is a Houston business owner, fashion show producer, and mother of three who found a lump high on her chest, pushed for answers, and chose an aggressive surgical path that let her skip chemo and radiation….Read More

Women’s health advocate Ashley Dedmon, who carries the BRCA2 gene mutation and lost her mother to breast cancer, shares her deeply personal journey of resilience, including her decision to undergo a double mastectomy and the impact of her father’s cancer diagnosis, highlighting how her choices empowered her to take control of her life and her ongoing efforts to support women in making informed decisions in this episode…Read More

Emilee Whitehurst returns for another conversation about taking a personal sabbatical from nonstop work, listening to her body again, and building simple practices that support her health, her purpose, and her ability to show up for others. Her story gives anyone in caregiving, nonprofit work, or healthcare permission to pause, heal, and return stronger….Read More

The Rose turns 39! Join founders Dorothy Gibbons and Dr. Dixie Melillo as they share stories of hope, dignity, and care for every woman, especially those told there’s no way forward. This special episode honors their legacy, tackles barriers for the uninsured, and reveals why The Rose means a better life for thousands…Read More

Caitlyn McCraw walked into The Rose as a marketing intern and walked out with a deep understanding of patient stories, breast health, and what it means to know your own body. From cold calling women about their mammograms to learning her own breast tissue and normal baselines, Caitlyn shows how small projects and self advocacy create lasting impact for uninsured women and for The Rose’s mission….Read More

The Rose, an organization that began in 1986 with humble origins and now serves over forty thousand Texans across forty-three counties, celebrated its 37th birthday. This episode delves into its inspiring and harrowing stories of perseverance in the face of adversity, serving as poignant reminders of their impactful work…Read More