In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) would like to share information on some key breast cancer resources for health care professionals and patients. Check out the links below for useful materials.
Resources for Health Care Professionals:
- The Michigan Cancer Consortium
- ACS and ASCO Flyer
- CDC Health Care Provider Resources
- National Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool
- National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project
- American Cancer Society Information for Health Care Professionals
- MDHHS Cancer Genomics Program: Resources for Health Care Providers
Resources for Patients:
- American Cancer Society Information for Patients
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program
- National Breast Cancer Foundation
- Susan G. Komen® Tools and Resources
MSMS would also like to highlight the work of YesRx, Michigan’s Cancer Drug Repository Network. Their efforts are helping Michigan patients in need obtain unused and unopened cancer medications for free. It is reported that 50 million people in the United States skip medication due to cost. Since its inception in June of 2023, YesRx has given away over $7 million in donated cancer drugs, which has helped more than 1,000 patients receive the treatment they need. To learn more:
- Click here for information on how to donate cancer medication
- Click here for information on donation requirements
