National Breast Cancer Foundation (United States)

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is a U.S. breast cancer organization[1][2] that promotes breast cancer awareness and education, provides free screening services, and supports breast cancer patients and survivors.[3]

Not to be confused with American Breast Cancer Foundation.

NBCF was founded by Janelle Hail in 1991 after her own experience with surviving breast cancer, to provide information to breast cancer patients.[4] The organization focuses heavily on education and early detection.[4] [5]

Through its National Mammography Program, NBCF provides free mammograms and diagnostic care services to underserved women by partnering with medical facilities across the U.S.[6][7] It also partners with Convoy of Hope to provide breast cancer education and resources to women in need.[8] NBCF provides a patient navigator program, HOPE Kits, metastatic breast cancer retreats, and the online Beyond the Shock educational forum.[9]

Through its Game Pink fundraiser, professional video game players raise money for NBCF through live-streaming and in-person events.[10]

References
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  4. Luna, Nicole (2017-10-11). "National Breast Cancer Foundation offers support services and education". Community Impact Newspaper. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  5. NBCF. "The NBCF Story :: The National Breast Cancer Foundation". www.nationalbreastcancer.org. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  6. "7 free or low-cost mammogram options". KJRH. 2018-10-11. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  7. "Charity Navigator - Rating for National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc". Charity Navigator. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  8. "Convoy of Hope and NBCF serve more than 70,000 women". Convoy of Hope. 2018-10-25. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  9. NBCF. "Our Programs :: The National Breast Cancer Foundation". www.nationalbreastcancer.org. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
  10. Liz McGathey. "National Breast Cancer Foundation Game Pink event raises $100K". Star Local. Retrieved 2019-04-12.
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