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Against Breast Cancer

Betsy Mullen (left) and a fellow breast cancer survivor, actress Wendie Jo Sperber, held a plaque depicting a new stamp benefiting breast cancer research. - Photograph by Fred Greaves/Union-Tribune.


SHELLY BLECHMAN, Executive Vice President of WIN ABC, serves on a variety of breast cancer advisory committees at the local and state levels. Along with her years of expertise in this field and personal experience with cancer, she brings a unique combination of assets to help educate breast cancer patients and survivors... More

Betsy Mullen was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992 at the age of thirty-three. Her personal experience transformed her from a confused and frightened patient into an informed patient advocate. Her determination and strength are focused toward helping others with breast cancer. Here's a closer look at Betsy in this 1998 Interview.

The Women's Information Network Against Breast Cancer [WIN ABC] is a national non-profit organization that grew from a partnership between Betsy and her surgeon. They realized that there was a vast need to enhance the level of care, education and support for breast cancer patients. Testimonials

WIN Against Breast Cancer has helped thousands of breast cancer patients and their families throughout various stages of breast cancer, via the Breast Aid and the Breast Buddy Breast Care Programs. The Breast Buddy Program is the signature program that has brought WIN ABC into the forefront of patient advocacy organizations throughout the United States. See Programs.


RENÉE GAINES, Director of Public Relations of WIN ABC, has a background in marketing and sales, public relations, staff training, motivational speaking and customer service. Renée was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and decided to focus her new life in the areas of women's health issues. More


MISSION STATEMENT AND GOALS

To equip breast cancer patients with the knowledge and tools necessary to facilitate confident and informed decisions regarding their treatment options.

To provide ongoing peer support for breast cancer patients throughout the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process.

To collaborate with the health care community in addressing the complex medical and psychosocial issues facing breast cancer patients in order to establish improved standards of care.

To educate breast cancer patients, their families and the public about the importance of personal health responsibility and how to partner with their health care team to receive the comprehensive care and support they need.


Revlon Run/Walk Event - 1999. Renée Gaines (far left)
and Shelly Blechman (top,center) of WIN ABC
with a few volunteers from the Diamond Bar Rainbow Girls.

 

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