How do Jews wear their genes? Understanding the Jewish cancer connection and what it means for you
With Jenna Fields, California Regional Director of Sharsheret RSVP to [email protected]
With Jenna Fields, California Regional Director of Sharsheret RSVP to [email protected]
This workshop explores the best ways that individuals and communities can best support loved ones facing difficult diagnoses. We assume that offering support is very much instinctive, but we’ve all struggled at times to find the right words or ways to be helpful. Join Jenna Fields, California Regional Director of Sharsheret, the national Jewish breast […]
Join the sisters of Alpha Epsilon Phi at Hofstra University for a cake wars event in support of Sharsheret. For more information about the event contact Nikita Griffith at [email protected].
The Hillel at U. of P will host a pink-themed Challah Bake on Thursday night. Then, join #nashirlocal Saturday night March 16th, in celebrating Jewish women and the arts with an open mic* performance and gallery. Spread the word and invite friends. This year, #NashirLocal will be benefiting Sharsheret. Sharsheret is a not-for-profit organization intended […]
Join Sharsheret Supports Partner, the Breast Cancer Resource Center of the YWCA Princeton, and the Young Survivor Coalition of Greater Philadelphia for a peer-facilitated support group to address the unique concerns of women under the age of 40 who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Women at any stage of the breast cancer experience are […]
Learn from experts about Ashkenazi Jews’ one-in-forty risk of inheriting a BRCA gene mutation. Having a BRCA gene mutation significantly increases one’s risk of developing breast, ovarian, prostate and other cancers. Panelists will discuss genetic counseling, the rationale for testing for BRCA gene mutations, managing cancer risk and resources available for those who carry BRCA […]
The annual NCoBC conference allows Sharsheret to connect with health care providers throughout the country, and share the many resources we can provide for their patients. Additionally, Sharsheret promotes Cultural Competency Trainings to train providers to offer appropriate support to their patients.
Join Congregation Mount Sinai for a Sharsheret Pink Shabbat in conjunction with women’s history month. There will be a Thursday night pink challah bake and a luncheon following prayer services. The entire weekend will raise awareness and celebrate breast cancer survivors. This program was made possible with support from Susan G. Komen NYC and Basser […]
Sharsheret is proud to be an official charity partner of New York Road Runners, for the United Airlines NYC Half-Marathon each year. This year’s course will take runners on a 13.1-mile tour of iconic city landmarks from Brooklyn to Manhattan. Through this partnership, we are able to provide you the opportunity to make your miles […]
Join our Sharsheret Supports Partner, JCC/Nishmah in St. Louis. Their Sharsheret Supports Group meets to offer support to women in the St. Louis Jewish community who have been diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer and are anywhere along their treatment path – before, during, or post treatment. These sessions are facilitated by a licensed social […]
Sharsheret will be participating in the Advocacy Pavilion at the annual NCCN conference. The conference’s focus is Improving the Quality, Effectiveness, and Efficiency of Cancer Care. Sharsheret will be connecting with health care providers to connect patients to resources. Visit the Pavilion if you are attending the conference.
The Chabad at Washington University will host their annual Teal Shabbat event. Join them to learn more about ovarian cancer and ways to raise awareness. For more information, contact the Chabad.