For Sheila Johnson, who has been living with MBC since 2009, Komen has been a trusted resource and guide that she turns to for the latest information.
"Being diagnosed with MBC is difficult and there is a lot to learn about the disease and possible treatment options. Being able to learn directly from leading experts is critical for us to stay alive," said Johnson. "Knowledge is power and providing the MBC community with the latest information is crucial to having a productive relationship with my oncologist. I love having access to the MBC experts through the MBC Impact Series because it reaffirms my faith in the medical community as a whole."
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While improvements in early detection and treatments led to a 42 percent reduction in the breast cancer mortality rate in the U.S. from 1989-2019, nearly 44,000 people in the U.S. will lose their lives to breast cancer this year, and almost all of these deaths are attributed to MBC.
"This stark reality is driving research discoveries at a rapid pace, so it is crucial for MBC patients to have access to evidence-based, easily accessible information from trusted experts to help them understand their disease and make timely decisions about their treatment," said Wolodzko Smart.
Through this new collaboration, Komen and GE Healthcare also plan to develop educational resources on diagnostic approaches, including the role of tumor markers and molecular imaging in guiding personalized care for the MBC community.
About Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen® is the world's leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy's life, Komen remains committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for tomorrow's cures.
About GE Healthcare
GE Healthcare is the $17.7 billion healthcare business of GE (NYSE: GE). As a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics and digital solutions innovator, GE Healthcare enables clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. With over 100 years of healthcare industry experience and around 48,000 employees globally, the company operates at the center of an ecosystem working toward precision health, digitizing healthcare, helping drive productivity and improve outcomes for patients, providers, health systems and researchers around the world.
SOURCE Susan G. Komen for the Cure
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