Posted by moderator on 23rd March 2011
Taking a Global Stand Against Breast Cancer
Submitted by Kim T.
From June 7th to 11th this year, breast cancer survivors, supporters, health care professionals, researchers, scientists, government representatives, suppliers and others concerned about breast cancer will gather in Hamilton, Ontario to take a global stand against breast cancer at the 6th World Conference on Breast Cancer.
This amazing event, occurs every three years and provides participants with an opportunity to network and gather information from an international perspective. Unlike any other conference on breast cancer, this unique conference brings together medical and science professionals with survivors, arming both with valuable insight.
Participants will gather from around the world – many from developing and in transition nations. In many of these countries the only defence they have against breast cancer is education and awareness. With so many other pressing heath issues, like malaria and aids, participants from these nations are introduced to others from around the globe who can guide them in the development of awareness and support programs in their own communities. These lifelong connections have and can changed the lives of many women internationally.
Past participants have talked about how this conference fills them with inspiration and hope. Many go on to participate in global initiatives through volunteer opportunities as part of the International Support Links Program (one of the initiatives developed by the World Conference on Breast Cancer foundation) or through other volunteer opportunities. I personally got involved by participating as part of the Board of Directors for the foundation. The personal enrichment has been amazing.
To learn more about the World Conference on Breast Cancer or to register please go towww.wcbcf.ca
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