Brighton’s Power of Pink Bracelet to Benefit The Maurer Foundation
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, throughout October, The Maurer Foundation will receive a portion of sales of Brighton Collectible’s new 2013 Power of Pink bracelet.
Athleta Hosts Long Island Breast Cancer Shopping Fundraiser For The Maurer Foundation
The Athleta “Ladies Night Out” fundraiser enjoyed an impressive showing of guests who took part in shopping and many other highlights in a celebratory atmosphere that benefited The Maurer Foundation’s breast health education programs.
The Maurer Foundation Supports National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
As educators who regularly present breast health programs to teenagers and young women, National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is of the utmost importance to us.
Last Chance to RSVP for Our Fundraiser with Athleta!
Don’t forget to RSVP for “Ladies Night Out” with the Maurer Foundation and the Athleta fitness apparel store in Manhasset on September 10, 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm.
High School Girls Lacrosse Tournament Raises Funds For Breast Health Charity
The Maurer Foundation is proud to announce our participation in the upcoming all-girls lacrosse tournament and fundraiser, LAX for M.e. & the GALS. The tournament will take place on Sunday, October 27th at Smithtown High School East in St. James, NY. Proceeds will benefit both the Maurer Foundation’s breast health education and the Girls Athletic League of Smithtown (GALS).
Women’s Fund of Long Island and Maurer Foundation Offer Special Breast Health Workshop
On Friday, September 13, the Women’s Fund of Long Island and the Maurer Foundation are partnering to present a special breast cancer workshop.
Athleta Fundraiser Helps Women Stay Active in Style While Supporting Long Island Breast Health Non-Profit
The Maurer Foundation is collaborating with the Athleta fitness apparel store in Manhasset for a “Ladies Night Out” on September 10, 2013, 6:30-8:30 pm. The evening will benefit the foundation’s breast health education programs.
Wine Fundraiser to Support Breast Health Charity The Maurer Foundation
During September and October, FAT bastard will donate 25 cents for every bottle of FAT bastard sold in restaurants and retail locations.
Breast Density & Your Breast Cancer Risk
Research shows that breast cancer is up to four to five times more likely to occur in a woman with very dense breasts than one without.
Insurance Companies Must Cover Test for BRCA, the “Breast Cancer Gene”
The Maurer Foundation applauds the inclusion of geneticInherited characteristics. testing for BRCA1A gene which, when damaged or mutated, can put a person at a greater risk of developing breast and/or ovarian cancer. and BRCA2A gene which, when damaged or mutated, may put a woman at a greater risk of developing breast and/or ovarian cancer. This gene is also thought to raise the risk for breast cancer in men. under the Affordable Care Act.
High-Fat Diets & Breast Cancer
We know for certain that specific lifestyle choices, like whether you smoke and how much alcohol you drink, can increase your chance of breast cancer. Obesity is another known risk factor, but researchers are still uncertain about exactly how the amount of fat in our...
Mind Body Spirit Expo Benefits Breast Health on Long Island
Breast cancer non-profit Maurer Foundation named recipient of Long Island health expo proceeds.