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.
Save the date for Sharsheret’s Young Professionals Circle Annual Purim Party in Miami, Saturday Night March 23 at 930 pm. Join us for a fun filled evening with friends, music and delicious food and drink. Register now! Please contact Lisa Feintuch at [email protected] with any questions. Event Chairs: Ashley and Glenn Weiss and Jessica and Jason […]
If you are looking for a unique pre-Passover shopping experience, join us at the Ohr Naava Spring MRKT. We are happy to exhibit, spreading life-saving awareness. Stop by to get your shopping done, and learn about BRCA genetics and healthy living. Plus, we’re giving away a $500 gift card to the kosher market of your […]
Come meet Sharsheret staff at the Celebrate! Party Showcase presented by Mitzvah Market. Pre-register for your free family ticket http://ow.ly/oRUr30o1ZNf.
Come out on Sunday, March 24th for a fun evening of ice skating at Mackay Ice Rink in Englewood, NJ! All proceeds will benefit Sharsheret. Tickets in advance are $15 and $18 at the door. All prices include skating and skate rentals. Please register here by March 20th. For more information, contact [email protected].
Whether you have already enjoyed the rewarding experience of serving as a peer supporter, are still waiting for your first Sharsheret match, or are considering becoming a peer supporter, please join us on Wednesday, March 27th at 8 pm EST/5 pm PST for our Peer Support Training Webinar. Our webinar will offer guidelines for serving […]
