American Cancer Society Committee - University of the Pacific

Today's survivor story features Roberta!

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“I know it’s hard to believe, but you will get through it… you are stronger than you realize”

Roberta Lombardi was diagnosed with invasive breast cancer stage 1A, the type that tends to grow and spread faster than others, which required a double mastectomy, chemotherapy and other related treatments.

She realized the financial burden that breast cancer patients like her had to deal with: treatment costs, wigs, transportation, mastectomy bras, head coverings…

To help and give back to her supportive community, Roberta formed Infinite Strength and raised $50,000 to help breast cancer patients afford basic extras.

To learn more, visit infinitestrength dot org

Today's survivor story features Nikia!

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“At 16 years old, there were many reasons I was not ready for a double mastectomy, but chief among them was prom.”

Nikia Hammonds-Blackely was a sophomore in high school when she found out that she had breast cancer. Everything about her diagnosis was beyond her comprehension.

As a 16 year old girl who was so excited for prom, Nikia was terrified of the fact that she would have to have a double mastectomy. She felt really insecure and lost lots of her confidence.

Nikia is now in a PhD program with a passion to help others. Through her Know Your Girls organization, she wanted to raise breast cancer awareness, especially in young girls and women.

To learn more, visit knowyourgirls.org

Today's featured survivor story is Cara!
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“I hope more women [with breast cancer] can hear and share more diverse experiences to know they are not alone”
Cara’s mother passed away from breast cancer at age 42. Because of her Ashkenazi Jewish heritage, Cara knew her risk of breast cancer was higher.
Frequent screenings allow Cara to catch her breast cancer early at age 25.
Understanding that every breast cancer survivor has their own unique stories, she co-founded Young Adult Cancer Connection so patients can share their diverse experiences and know that they are not alone.

On behalf of ACSC and VN CARES, we would like to announce our annual 2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Week from 10/17-10/23!

Sticker Fundraiser [Monday 10/17-Sunday 10/23]
When: We will be tabling on Monday 10/17, Wednesday 10/19, and Thursday 10/20 from 12-1PM!
Location: PHS breezeway (In front of PHS)
Pricing: $3 per sticker, $5 for 2 stickers

Payments can be made either through cash/check or CashNet. If paying via CashNet, please put 'ACSC-VN CARES Fundraiser' under the description.
Voices Shared by Breast Cancer Survivors
Throughout the week on our social media pages, ACSC and VN CARES will be sharing stories from breast cancer survivors,as they offer their personal reflection and experiences of their journey overcoming breast cancer.

Instagram and Facebook: .uop and

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Informational of the Day! 💙👓

Today, we’ll discuss the several tests used to find and diagnose cervical cancer!

Sources:
https://www.cancer.gov/types/cervical/patient/cervical-treatment-pdq

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Informational of the Day! 💙👓

Today, we’ll discuss ways to lower your risk of and screen for cervical cancer!

Sources:
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/risk-factors.html

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Informational of the Day! 💙👓

Today, we’ll discuss risk factors that increase your chances of developing cervical cancer and what you can do to prevent that from happening!

Sources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501 #:~:text=Cervical%20cancer%20is%20a%20type,in%20causing%20most%20cervical%20cancer

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Informational of the Day! 💙👓

Today, we’ll discuss where and how cervical cancer can affect your body!

Sources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501 #:~:text=Cervical%20cancer%20is%20a%20type,in%20causing%20most%20cervical%20cancer
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/basic_info/index.htm

ACSC & VN CARES would like to invite you all to our annual Cervical Cancer Awareness Speaker Event with guest speaker Dr. Julie Dang via Zoom.

Julie Dang is a cancer health disparities behavioral scientist and will discuss the cancer health disparities for Asian Americans, and how healthcare students can recognize and approach these problems.

When: Tuesday, January 25th 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Where: Zoom
Attire: Business casual
Co-curricular credit: Cultural sensitivity

*See our email for more details

ACSC & VN CARES are fundraising throughout Cervical Cancer Awareness Week! 💙💙💙

Pre-order one of our adorable stickers this week from 01/24 to 01/30! The stickers are 3 x 3 inches and printed on high quality matte vinyl!

Preorder here (Cashnet payment):
https://forms.gle/jHu6M7XeiQGXX1jG8

Pricing:
1 for $3, 2 for $5, 3 for $7, +$2 for every additional sticker.
100% of the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.

The deadline to submit orders and payment is Sunday, 01/30 at 11:59 pm.

*Keep in mind that these are PRE-ORDERS; please allow time for production and shipping! Stickers will be shipped to the purchaser for free, or they can be picked up on campus (if possible).

ACSC & VN CARES present Cervical Cancer Awareness Week!

💙Fundraising: Jan 24th - Jan 30th
🌐Speaker event with Dr. Julie Dang: Zoom + Cultural Sensitivity Co-curricular credit
🌍Educational posts: Jan 25th - Jan 28th

Join us this week to learn more about cervical cancer and what you can do to help, educate, and keep yourself and others safe!