by April Zubko | Sep 20, 2018
Here’s just a few of the fun and unique fundraisers that are planned for this October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Looking for some great ideas for your own breast cancer fundraiser? How about a pink and and white cookie fundraiser? The Rallye Motor Company...
by Nina D’Abreo, MD | Sep 18, 2018
At our hospital, we get a lot of questions about immunotherapy treatments for breast cancer. Immunotherapy is one of latest, most promising lines of research in breast cancer, part of a growing breed of biologic therapies. Immunotherapy is often mentioned in the same...
by Eileen Pillitteri | Sep 17, 2018
Breast cancer is the one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers and the second leading cause of cancer death among women living in the United States. Mammograms can detect cancer at early stages, when it is often the most treatable. However, many women are unable to...
by April Zubko | Sep 14, 2018
Join the Maurer Foundation Young Professionals Committee on Tuesday, October 23th for Cocktails for a Cause during breast cancer awareness month! This fun evening will be held 6–8pm at Havana Central Restaurant, located at 630 Old Country Road in Garden City at the...
by Debbie Goldman | Aug 16, 2018
For Immediate Release Melville, NY, August 2018 – The Maurer Foundation, a non-profit organization, recently received a legislative grant of $20,000 in support of their mission to save lives. Senator Carl L. Marcellino of the 5th District was instrumental in...
by Dr. Barry K. Douglas, MD, FACS | Aug 13, 2018
Implant-based breast reconstruction remains the most common form of mastectomy reconstruction after breast cancer. Breast implant surgery represents approximately two-thirds of all breast reconstructions. The remaining reconstructions are autologous or...
by Eileen Pillitteri | Jul 30, 2018
Research indicates that moms who breastfeed their babies for at least one year lower their risk of developing breast cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Nursing moms do not necessarily need to nurse a child for 12 consecutive months to benefit; a...
by Eileen Pillitteri | Jul 23, 2018
“Creative Commons DNA Lab” by University of Michigan is licensed under CC BY 2.0 In March 2018, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first direct-to-consumer genetic test that could identify an increased breast cancer risk. How Does 23andMe...
by Debbie Goldman | Jun 14, 2018
The Maurer Foundation proudly put one foot in front of the other joining LI2Day to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer on June 9, 2018. Celebrating the 15th year of the movement, LI2Day’s mission of raising money that stays on Long Island drew hundreds of...
by April Zubko | Jun 6, 2018
Our latest newsletter is chock-full of golf photos and the latest in breast health news. Read it online now!
