Can and Did: Conversations with young women about breast cancer

Hosted in partnership with Project Life “Tending the inner self” is a quiet, supportive writing workshop for those living with metastatic breast cancer. Together, we’ll use simple writing prompts to explore inner landscapes—thoughts, emotions, memories, and moments of meaning. This is not about writing “well,” but about listening inward, honoring your experience, and giving voice to what wants to...

Living with metastatic breast cancer involves navigating layered trauma: the personal histories we carry, the emotional shock of a metastatic diagnosis, and the ongoing stress of treatment, uncertainty, and systemic barriers to care. Join us for a facilitated panel discussion exploring how past trauma, medical trauma, and barriers to care impact those living with metastatic breast cancer. About th...

This interactive session is designed to help everyone involved communicate more openly, honestly, and effectively — together. People living with metastatic breast cancer and their caregivers often struggle with the same challenges: wanting to protect each other from worry, not knowing how to bring up difficult topics, and trying to balance hope with realistic expectations. This session explores wh...

Hosted in partnership with Triage Cancer A metastatic breast cancer diagnosis may involve treatment changes and significant life transitions, each with financial implications. This session will outline key insurance options, how to evaluate health care costs, and what to consider when comparing plans. We will review plan changes involving employer-sponsored coverage, COBRA, the Health Insurance Ma...

Hosted in partnership with Project Life Information can be overwhelming—but when you know how to use it, it becomes the power to make choices with confidence. In this session, you will learn directly from people living with MBC whose professional backgrounds shape how they engage with their medical care.  The session is interactive, featuring the basis and application of cancer biomarkers, patholo...

Hear about some of the latest clinical trials in metastatic breast cancer. Learn why they are important, how to find and participate in them, and the importance of reducing barriers so more people have access to them. About the speaker Sara Horton, MD, a board-certified medical oncologist, currently holds the position of executive director of access and diversity at Quantum Leap Healthcare, a non-...

A metastatic breast cancer diagnosis brings unique physical and emotional demands, especially during long-term treatment. This session offers compassionate, practical guidance on how food can support energy, strength, and overall well-being. Participants will learn how to navigate common treatment-related challenges — such as fatigue, appetite changes, digestive discomfort, taste alterations, and...

This session explores the evolving psychosocial experience of living long-term with a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. We’ll discuss day-to-day coping, changes in perspective, shifting priorities, and the impact on relationships with family, friends, and community. Watch our facilitated discussion with a panel sharing their lived experience including how they navigate uncertainty, find meaning,...

Listen to, learn from, and share with a panel of your peers. Topics include living with uncertainty, setting goals and having hope, parenting, navigating relationships with friends and family, managing finances, work and insurance matters, and much more. About the speakers Babs is a 2024 Hear My Voice advocate and a metastatic breast cancer thriver who challenges both stigma and toxic positivity s...

Living with metastatic breast cancer often means navigating ongoing treatments, symptoms, and side effects that can impact daily life. This session will help you understand how palliative care can help manage symptoms such as pain and fatigue, as well as support emotional well-being. Pallavi Kumar, MD, MPH explains what palliative care is, what it isn’t, and how to access it. About the speaker Dr....

This session is split up into three presentations that build upon the next, offering practical tools to help you stay grounded, present, and nourished. Setting the tone: Yoga and movement: Slow, accessible movements coordinated with breathing release tension, awaken the body, and calm the nervous system, with options for seated or standing participation. Nourishment & hydration: Learn practical nu...

To understand personalized medicine, it is important to understand the role of biomarker testing, genetic testing, and the right dose for you. Our speaker will walk you through the research currently happening to ensure that everyone receives the best treatment for their specific cancer and how this research is applicable in the clinic. About the speakers Dr. Seth Wander is a medical oncologist at...

During this session, hear our speakers provide treatment updates, suggest what to look for in the future, and discuss how far we have come. Presentations are followed by a discussion and time for audience questions. About the Speakers Dr. Borges founded and directs the Young Women’s Breast Cancer Clinic at the University of Colorado Comprehensive Cancer Center. The YWBCC of Colorado covers the uni...

Nutrition advice can feel overwhelming after a breast cancer diagnosis—especially when it’s coming from social media, headlines, or well-meaning friends and family. Is sugar really “feeding cancer”? Should you avoid soy? What about alcohol, supplements, or popular diets? In this free, 60-minute webinar, oncology dietitian Julie Lanford, MPH, RD, CSO, LDN, breaks down the most common nutrition myth...

Each year, the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) brings together thousands of clinicians, researchers, and advocates from around the world to share the most important discoveries and innovations in breast cancer research and care. Harold J. Burstein, MD, PhD breaks down the most meaningful updates from this year’s symposium—what’s new, what’s promising, and what may change care for those...

For people living with metastatic breast cancer, treatment is lifelong. How dosing decisions are made — and how those choices are discussed — can have a profound impact on your patients’ daily lives, emotional well-being, and treatment adherence. Our panel shared practical strategies and real-world examples of how adjusting treatment cadence and dosing can preserve quality of life while maintainin...

Want to explore clinical trials but unsure how to begin? Learn how to search for trials, what to expect when participating, and how barriers like cost or location are being addressed so more people can benefit. About the speaker Sara Horton, MD Strategic Clinical Trials Access and Partnerships, Lead, Quantum Leap Healthcare Collaborative Sara Horton, MD, a board-certified medical oncologist, curre...

Menopause — whether natural, treatment-induced, or from hormone therapy — can bring challenging symptoms that affect daily life. Dr. Laila Agrawal shares the latest on safe hormone therapy after diagnosis, non-hormonal options, and practical tips to help you feel like yourself again. About the speaker Laila Agrawal, MD Board-Certified Medical Oncologist, Norton Healthcare Laila Agrawal is a board-...

You may not need the highest dose to get the best results. Sarah Sammons, MD and patient advocate Janice Cowden joined us for a session on how dosing decisions are made, why some people may benefit from dose adjustments, and how to talk to your team about reducing side effects while keeping treatment effective. About the speakers Sarah Sammons, MD Sarah Sammons, MD, is an associate clinician at Da...

Lymphedema can be a life-long side effect of breast cancer treatment, but knowing your options early can make a difference. Dr. Monique Gary and patient shared the latest strategies in “prehab” before surgery, how to spot symptoms early, and best practices for managing lymphedema at any stage. Patient advocate Keelin McDermott also joined us to share her experience with lymphedema after an early-s...

Breast surgeons and radiation oncologists often work together to create a treatment plan personalized to your needs. During this session, you’ll hear from experts Nicole Simone, MD, and Kristin Brill, MD, FACS, as they walk through the roles of lumpectomy, mastectomy, and radiation—and how they decide which treatments to recommend and when to begin them. Find out more on our website: https://www.l...

The Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology brings together global cancer experts to share the latest innovations in cancer research and education. The theme of this year’s meeting is Driving Knowledge to Action: Building a Better Future. LBBC welcomed Nan Chen, MD to share the most recent breast cancer findings from the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting. Watch to learn the latest medic...

Join us for an update on early-stage breast cancer. Dr. Lustberg covers key topics including the impact of treatment de-escalation, or overall decrease of treatment, clinical trials, and advancements in types of ctDNA and tumor tests. Dr. Lustberg discusses treatment updates by sub-type and answered audience questions. Learn more about our Navigating the changing landscape of early-stage breast ca...

A breast cancer diagnosis can be emotionally overwhelming, especially when facing difficult treatment decisions and concerns about recurrence. Listen to this session to learn strategies for managing anxiety, fear, and the emotional challenges of a diagnosis from our expert, Celeste Vaughan-Briggs, LCSW. You’ll also hear from those with early-stage breast cancer about how they’re coping with the em...

Loss of sexual desire, or diminished, painful or absent sensations? Explore the physical challenges of intimacy while dealing with a long-term illness. Gain effective strategies for managing the impact of treatment on arousal and sexual function. Learn about helpful resources as well as tools for improving your sexual health. Find out more about Thriving Together: 2025 Conference on Metastatic Bre...