Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation

Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation Our mission is to assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to support and resources.

Patient voices can help shape meaningful change.The Alliance for Fertility Preservation focused on the power of patient ...
09/08/2026

Patient voices can help shape meaningful change.

The Alliance for Fertility Preservation focused on the power of patient stories and their impact on fertility preservation access, care, and policy.

Patient Powered Policy: Real Stories. Real Change. will bring together patients, survivors, advocates, healthcare professionals, and supporters to reflect on nearly a decade of progress in fertility preservation coverage and continue conversations about expanding access to care.

September 17, 2026
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
22 Vanderbilt Building
335 Madison Avenue,
New York, NY

The evening will also feature patients, advocates, healthcare professionals, and leaders sharing their experiences and perspectives on fertility preservation.

Register online: https://www.allianceforfertilitypreservation.org/patient-powered-policy



September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re creating space for more than awareness. We’re creating space for ...
09/04/2026

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re creating space for more than awareness. We’re creating space for conversation, education, reflection, and community.

On Saturday, September 12, Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation, in partnership with Sis Is Teal, invites you to Tea, Truth & Teal.

Ovarian cancer symptoms can be subtle and easily overlooked. This afternoon is an opportunity to learn more about the signs, hear from those impacted, talk about the importance of advocating for your health, and simply be in community with other women.

Guests will experience meaningful conversation, gentle movement, a survivor story, expert insight, a special Teal Tribute, and a guided tea experience by Rise & Ritual.

Tea, Truth & Teal
Saturday, September 12, 2026
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
The Pink Gym
4112 Lancaster Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104

Complimentary admission. Limited to 25 guests.

Reserve your seat: TealandTalk.eventbrite.com

Special thank you to Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania for sponsoring this experience.

September is full of opportunities to connect, learn, reflect, and prioritize wellness with Byrd Cancer Education & Advo...
09/01/2026

September is full of opportunities to connect, learn, reflect, and prioritize wellness with Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation.

We have three events coming up this month, and we would love to have you join us.

SEPTEMBER 7 | 6 PM EST | VIRTUAL
Sistas & Stories: A Monthly Virtual Circle on Black Women’s Wellness

Join us for our monthly Byrd Black Girls Talk Series, a private virtual space created for Black women to come together for honest conversation around our health, wellness, experiences, and everything in between.

Register: formysistas.eventbrite.com

SEPTEMBER 12 | 1 PM EST
Tea, Truth & Teal: An Afternoon of Awareness, Reflection & Community

In recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Byrd is coming together with Sis Is Teal for an afternoon centered on ovarian cancer awareness, education, reflection, and sisterhood.

Register: TealandTalk.eventbrite.com

SEPTEMBER 18 | 5 PM EST
Aligning for Wellness: Stress Relief and Chiropractic Care

We’re closing out our September events with a conversation and experience centered on stress, the body, and wellness. Join us as we explore stress relief and the role chiropractic care can play in supporting overall wellbeing.

Register: aligningforwellness.eventbrite.com

Three events. Three different conversations. One month dedicated to making space for our health and wellness.

Save the dates, share with someone who should join you, and register for the conversations that speak to you.

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and awareness includes connecting patients and survivors with opportunities t...
08/31/2026

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and awareness includes connecting patients and survivors with opportunities that support their futures.

Blood Cancer United, formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, is accepting applications for its Scholarship for Blood Cancer Survivors!

Eligible blood cancer patients and survivors diagnosed at age 25 or younger may receive up to $7,500 toward tuition and related fees for vocational, trade, or undergraduate education during the 2027 to 2028 academic year.

Applications close September 30, 2026, at 1 p.m. Eastern Time.

Learn more, review the full eligibility requirements, and apply through Blood Cancer United’s scholarship page. https://bloodcancerunited.org/financial-assistance/scholarship-blood-cancer-survivors



At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe supporting survivors includes supporting their educational goals. Share this opportunity with a student, survivor, caregiver, or family who could benefit.

Happy Birthday to the incredible Dr. Monique Gary, affectionately known as Dr. Mo!As a breast cancer surgeon and founder...
08/31/2026

Happy Birthday to the incredible Dr. Monique Gary, affectionately known as Dr. Mo!

As a breast cancer surgeon and founder of Still Rise Farm, you’ve dedicated yourself to helping others heal and feel supported. Your brilliance, compassion, and love for our communities make you an extraordinary physician and an amazing woman.

Today, we celebrate YOU! Wishing you the joy, love, and care you so generously give to others.

Meet Our Partner: Timelle Duckett of Sis Is TealThis September, in recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Byrd C...
08/30/2026

Meet Our Partner: Timelle Duckett of Sis Is Teal

This September, in recognition of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation is proud to partner with Timelle Duckett, Founder and President of Sis Is Teal, Inc.

Timelle is an ovarian cancer survivor, patient advocate, and a powerful voice for Black women impacted by ovarian cancer. Through Sis Is Teal, she has created a community centered on awareness, education, advocacy, support, and sisterhood, ensuring Black women have access to information and spaces where their experiences are seen, heard, and understood.

On September 12, Timelle will join us for Tea, Truth & Teal: An Afternoon of Awareness, Reflection & Community, where she will share her story and help lead an important conversation about ovarian cancer awareness, knowing our bodies, self advocacy, and the power of community.

We are honored to partner with Timelle and Sis Is Teal to bring this conversation to our community.

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Know the signs. Know your body. Advocate for yourself.

Happy Birthday to our President, Dr. Nia Bailey!Today, the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation celebrates an i...
08/26/2026

Happy Birthday to our President, Dr. Nia Bailey!

Today, the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation celebrates an incredible leader, advocate, educator, and woman whose commitment to serving others reaches far beyond our organization.

Those who know Dr. Bailey know that her impact can be felt across many spaces. Whether she is advocating for patients, contributing her voice to community initiatives, mentoring others, serving in leadership, or simply showing up when she is needed, she brings the same passion and genuine care to everything she does.

At Byrd, we have the privilege of seeing that commitment firsthand.

Her leadership is an important part of who we are as an organization, but today is about more than leadership. It is about celebrating the person behind it.

Nia, we appreciate your heart for service, your dedication to the community, your willingness to share your knowledge, and the energy you continue to pour into making a difference.

We hope today you take some time to celebrate yourself and allow others to celebrate you, too.

From all of us at the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, Happy Birthday, Dr. Nia Bailey!

We are grateful to have you leading Byrd, and even more grateful to have you as part of the Byrd family.

Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation is proud to share that our Founder and President, Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, DPA,...
08/18/2026

Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation is proud to share that our Founder and President, Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, DPA, M.A.Ed., RT(T), will be speaking at the Soulstice Summit in Philadelphia!

Dr. Bailey will lead the Fireside Chat, “Why Clinical Trials Are More Than ‘Clinical,’” bringing an important community perspective to the conversation around clinical research, healthcare, representation, access, and advocacy.

For Byrd, conversations about clinical trials cannot stop at the science. Communities deserve to understand their options, see themselves represented in research, have access to opportunities, and have their voices included in conversations that directly impact their health.

We are incredibly proud to see Dr. Bailey bring this conversation to the Soulstice Summit.

Join Us. November 13 to 15, 2026
Philadelphia, PA

stemsoulcial.com

Use discount code FULLBLOOM when registering.

Join us in Philadelphia as we continue advocating for education, access, representation, and more equitable healthcare.

Join us for Aligning for Wellness: Stress Relief and Chiropractic Care, a free community event celebrating National Chir...
08/12/2026

Join us for Aligning for Wellness: Stress Relief and Chiropractic Care, a free community event celebrating National Chiropractic Day.

Spend the evening with Dr. Komal of Intune Lifestyle as we explore chiropractic care and its connection to stress relief, movement, spinal health, and whole body wellness. Guests will enjoy an educational conversation, a live wellness demonstration, an interactive question and answer session, light refreshments, and community connections.

Whether you are curious about chiropractic care, experiencing everyday tension, or looking for practical ways to care for your body, this event is for you.

Friday, September 18, 2026

5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

One Art Community Center
1431 N. 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Free and open to the community. Space is limited. Register using the link in our bio.

https://aligningforwellness.eventbrite.com

August is National Make a Will Month, a reminder that planning for the future is one of the most meaningful gifts you ca...
08/06/2026

August is National Make a Will Month, a reminder that planning for the future is one of the most meaningful gifts you can leave your loved ones.

A cancer diagnosis or any unexpected life event can change everything in an instant. While no one likes to think about difficult conversations, creating a will helps ensure your wishes are honored, your loved ones are protected, and important decisions aren't left to chance.

Estate planning is about more than finances. It's about preserving your legacy, protecting your family, and giving yourself peace of mind.

At Byrd Cancer Foundation, we believe cancer advocacy extends beyond screenings, treatment, and survivorship. It also means connecting our community with trusted resources that help individuals and families prepare for every stage of life.

That's why we partner with organizations like Rheal Urban to provide education and access to professionals who can help our community navigate important topics such as wills, estate planning, and legacy planning. These conversations empower people to make informed decisions before they are faced with a crisis.

This National Make a Will Month, we encourage you to:
• Create or update your will.
• Review your healthcare directives and powers of attorney.
• Talk with your loved ones about your wishes.
• Reach out to a qualified estate planning professional if you don't know where to begin.

Planning ahead isn't about expecting the worst. It's about caring for the people you love and ensuring your voice is heard for years to come.

Have you created your will, or is it still on your to do list?

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