Shannon Woodworth - Profile and Journalist Details

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Total articles 46

• Empowering Young Adults Through Research and Community: The ShareForCures® Alliance and Young Survival Coalition

  By Shannon Woodworth

  Apr. 22, 2025

• Welcome New Faces to Komen’s Scientific Advisory Board and AIS Steering Committee

  By Shannon Woodworth

  Apr. 16, 2025

• Rachel’s Story: A Different Lens at 23

  By Shannon Woodworth

  Apr. 02, 2025

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Susan G. Komen

Susan G. Komen is a nonprofit organization based in the U.S. that focuses on combating breast cancer through research, community health initiatives, and advocacy. Founded in 1982 by Nancy Goodman Brinker in Dallas, Texas, the organization aims to save lives by addressing critical needs in communities and investing in research for prevention and cures. Komen supports various programs, including research funding for breast cancer studies, patient navigation services to assist individuals in accessing healthcare, and community health initiatives targeting underserved populations. The organization also engages in global outreach and advocacy efforts to improve breast cancer care and insurance coverage. With a dedicated team of 194 employees and nearly 3,000 volunteers, Komen actively works to provide educational materials, fundraising merchandise, and digital tools to support breast cancer patients, survivors, and at-risk individuals.