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Our mission is to assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to support and resources.

10/28/2026

Bexa Equity Alliance is recruiting 50+ women for FREE Bexa Breast Exams in Wilmington, Delaware!

Women with a history of breast masses, mammograms, or biopsies are especially encouraged to participate as part of an initiative supporting breast health research and examiner training.

All women ages 18+ are welcome!

2100 Baynard Blvd., Suite A, Wilmington, Delaware, 19802

November 2 to 6, 2026

Receive a $25 gift card after completing your exam!

Your participation can help expand access to innovative breast health services throughout the Delaware Valley.

REGISTER TODAY!

https://bexaequityalliance.lpcontent.net/delawareempowerment2026

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10/27/2026

Less than 1% does not mean zero. And rare does not mean impossible.

When we talk about breast cancer, men are often left out of the conversation. Yet men have breast tissue, and they can develop breast cancer too.

Fewer than 1 in 100 breast cancer diagnoses in the United States occur in men. While the percentage may seem small, behind those numbers are real people, families, and experiences that deserve recognition.

Unfortunately, the misconception that breast cancer is exclusively a women's health issue can contribute to men overlooking symptoms or delaying conversations with their healthcare providers.

A lump, swelling, ni**le discharge, changes in breast appearance, or unusual discomfort should never be dismissed simply because someone is male.

Being a man does not make you immune to breast cancer.

At Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation, we believe every cancer diagnosis deserves attention, every patient deserves to be heard, and awareness should never exclude someone because their experience is less common.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're making room for the men whose stories are too often missing from the conversation.

Men, your health matters. Your symptoms matter. Your stories matter.

Let's change the narrative.

10/27/2026

One of the most harmful things we can say is, “You’re too young for cancer.”

Cancer does not discriminate. It can affect children, teens, young adults, adults, and older adults. Age does not make someone immune, and being young should never be a reason to dismiss symptoms, delay care, or avoid asking questions.

We have to change the narrative.

Listening to your body matters. Speaking up matters. Early conversations matter. And believing people when they say something feels wrong matters too.

At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe awareness must make room for every cancer journey, at every age.

No one is too young to be heard.

10/27/2026

Awareness opens the door. But what happens after the conversation begins?

Every October, we see campaigns, ribbons, educational posts, and conversations encouraging people to learn more about their health. These efforts matter. They bring attention to important issues and remind us of the power of sharing information.

But awareness alone cannot remove the barriers someone may face when seeking care.

Knowing when to get screened means little if someone cannot afford the appointment. Understanding a diagnosis does not automatically mean knowing where to turn for support. And having information does not always mean having access to the resources needed to act on it.

This is why education, advocacy, access, and connection are so important.

At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe no one should have to figure everything out alone. Through our work, we help connect individuals and families affected by cancer with information, community resources, and meaningful support.

Because raising awareness is important, but helping people navigate what comes next matters just as much.

We are the connectors.

Learn more about our Cancer Connect Program https://byrdcancerfoundation.org/cancerconnect/

10/27/2026

What happens when someone navigating a cancer diagnosis is also experiencing domestic violence?

When we talk about cancer care, we often focus on treatment, appointments, and recovery. But for some individuals, the challenges extend beyond their diagnosis.

Domestic violence isn't always physical. Emotional abuse, financial control, isolation, and interference with medical care can create additional barriers for someone already navigating a cancer journey.

At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe safety, dignity, and personal autonomy are essential parts of care.

In our latest blog article, we explore the often overlooked intersection of cancer and domestic violence, why these conversations matter, and where individuals and families can find confidential support, including resources right here in Philadelphia.

Because everyone deserves care without fear and support without control.

Read the full article and explore available resources below.

https://byrdcancerfoundation.org/safety-is-part-of-care-when-cancer-and-domestic-violence-intersect/

10/27/2026

Safety is part of care. And not every form of abuse leaves a visible bruise.

When we talk about supporting someone through cancer, we often think about treatments, appointments, medications, and caregiving. But what happens when the person expected to provide comfort and support is also the person causing harm?

Domestic violence can look like emotional manipulation, financial control, isolation, threats, or interference with medical care. For someone navigating a cancer diagnosis, these circumstances can create additional barriers to treatment, independence, and well-being.

A cancer diagnosis should never mean surrendering your dignity, autonomy, or right to feel safe.

As we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we're making space for a conversation that is too often overlooked: the intersection of illness and abuse.

At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe caring for the whole person means acknowledging the circumstances affecting their health, safety, and quality of life.

You deserve support without control, care without fear, and compassion without conditions.

Because safety isn't separate from healthcare. It's part of it.

Need confidential support?
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call 800.799.7233
Text START to 88788
thehotline.org

10/27/2026

October has a way of bringing conversations to the surface that deserve our attention all year long.

Behind every awareness ribbon, every campaign, and every story shared, there are real people navigating experiences we may never fully see or understand.

There are people sitting in waiting rooms, uncertain of what comes next. Caregivers quietly carrying responsibilities of their own. Individuals navigating illness while searching for safety, stability, or simply a moment of peace. Families adjusting to realities they never imagined having to face.

And there are stories that remain untold.

Not every struggle is visible. Not every experience is shared publicly. And not everyone has access to the support, understanding, or resources they deserve.

As we reflect on October, we're reminded that awareness is not simply about recognizing a cause. It's about recognizing the people behind it. It's about listening without judgment, making room for difficult conversations, challenging the barriers that exist, and understanding that sometimes the smallest connection can make a meaningful difference.

At the Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation, we believe in the power of connection. In meeting people with compassion, respecting their individual experiences, and helping bridge the gap between individuals, information, and resources.

Because when the calendar moves forward, people's experiences don't simply end.

There is still work to do. Still room to listen. Still opportunities to show up for one another.

And perhaps that is one of the most important things October can leave us with: a reminder to be more intentional about how we care for one another, even when no one is watching.

Awareness brings attention. What we do with that attention matters.

10/18/2026

While Byrd was represented in Minnesota, our commitment to community continued right here in Philadelphia!

Our Community Outreach Director, Shannon Stones, and Board Member, Alvin Fields, proudly represented the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at the One Philly: Pass The Baton Breast Cancer Awareness Walk.

A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Traci for recognizing Byrd and our continued commitment to cancer education, advocacy, and community support. We are truly grateful for the recognition and the opportunity to stand alongside others raising awareness and honoring those impacted by breast cancer.

Together, we continue to show up, raise awareness, and make a difference in our communities.

10/18/2026

This weekend, the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation was honored to be represented by our Founder and President, Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, and board member Narda Fields, at the American Indian Cancer Foundation’s 14th Annual Powwow for Hope in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

As descendants of the Cherokee Tribe, their attendance was especially meaningful, honoring their heritage and the memory of Mrs. Marie Pryor Byrd, affectionately known as “Little Grandma.”

The gathering was a beautiful celebration of culture, community, healing, and cancer awareness, reminding us of the importance of culturally connected health education and advocacy.

Thank you to the American Indian Cancer Foundation for the invitation and the incredible work you do, and to Mindful Graphics and Printing LLC for creating custom hoodies honoring Mrs. Byrd.

We honor. We educate. We advocate. We show up.

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