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| September 2019 Dear Voornaam,
Join us at an upcoming get-together to network with others. It's a great opportunity to ask questions or just listen in a safe, supportive environment. Feel free to bring a friend.
Click on the closest city to you (on the left) for details to RSVP or to say hello to your local volunteers.
You are not alone.
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Hope to see you soon!
HBOC Week and Previvor Day 2019  During National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week (September 29 – October 5) and on National Previvor Day (October 2), we recognize and honor those who have been affected by hereditary breast, ovarian and related cancers. We raise awareness so others can have the life-saving information they need to make informed medical decisions. Knowledge is power! We hope you will join us later this month as we recognize these days.
Recognize National HBOC Week
Save the Date: Joining FORCEs Conference 2020  Knowledge is Power! Join us and our conference partner, the Basser Center for BRCA, in Philadelphia from June 18-20, 2020. Choose from dozens of sessions conducted by leading experts on hereditary breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate and related cancers, enjoy opportunities to network and meet the researchers and organizations working to support our community. Watch our monthly updates for registration and session information.
For More Information
New Pancreatic Cancer, Metastatic Prostate Cancer and Metastatic Breast Cancer Portals  If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, metastatic prostate cancer or metastatic breast cancer, visit our three new portals with links to information, research, support and resources and more. Learn the role that genetics can play in these cancers, treatment options and opportunities to participate in clinical trials.
Visit Our Pancreatic Cancer Portal, Metastatic Prostate Cancer Portal or Metastatic Breast Cancer Portal
Impacts of Germline Testing After Cancer Diagnosis  What are the impacts of germline testing for hereditary cancer after diagnosis? To find out, read the recent article by FORCE staff Kelly Owens, Lisa Schlager and Piri Welcsh published in Evidence-Based Oncology®.
Read the Article
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| Save the Date for our Upcoming Get-Togethers September 28, 2019, Meet at 10 AM at Lot #2 Rock Creek Park
Washington, DC
Join us for a wellness hike and picnic refreshments in Rock Creek Park to celebrate National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer (HBOC) week. All are welcome!
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019
Time and Location: Meet at 10 AM at Lot #2.
Details: Free parking is available, and Lot #2 is approx 1 mile from Cleveland Park or Van Ness Metro stations (Red Line). If arriving later for just the picnic (not the hike), look for us at picnic grove #2, 27, or 28 (exact grove is unknown since we can't reserve them).
Rain Date is Saturday, October 5.
Please RSVP to Eva at Evar@facingourrisk.org to ensure your spot!
December 4, 2019
6:30 pm Smith Center for Healing and the Arts
1632 U St NW
Washington, DC 20009 RSVP to Lori at Loriwh@facingourrisk.org Join us to network with others. It's a great opportunity to ask questions or just listen in a safe, supportive environment. Feel free to bring a friend, caregiver or significant other. Our Outreach Leader, Scott Lanman, will be available to lead a group to discuss issues and concerns for men with hereditary cancer risks, as well as spouses, partners and significant others. Do you have a family history of breast, ovarian or related cancer? Are you considering genetic testing, waiting for results, or have already tested positive for a BRCA mutation or another gene mutation associated with increased cancer risk? You are not alone. Join us and live your life empowered!
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