Zero Breast Cancer

08/21/2025

Check out our latest blog on DNA methylation in a study on chemical mixtures and breast cancer risk!

In this third blog in our series exploring how chemical mixtures relate to breast cancer risk, we explain what DNA methylation is and how it is relevant to a groundbreaking new research study. (Read the first blog explaining the study background and the second blog explaining non-targeted analysis.)

07/23/2025

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Zero Breast Cancer (ZBC) at Collaborative for Health & Environment (CHE) offers breast cancer prevention and survivorship health and wellness programs, including a health and wellness coaching...

06/18/2025

There’s a lot of confusion about soy and breast cancer, but research shows that eating whole soy foods like tofu, edamame, and soy milk is safe during and after treatment. In fact, these foods are packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and antioxidants that can support overall health. Studies suggest that moderate soy consumption does not increase breast cancer risk and may even offer protective benefits. Stick to whole soy sources rather than highly processed soy supplements. Register for Ina® for more evidence-based nutrition tips and recipes to support you as you eat well during cancer treatment and beyond. It is free and accessible 24/7. https://adzerobc.savorhealth.com/portal/

06/12/2025

We hope you can join us next Tuesday, 6/17, at 11 am PT for our webinar "Community Engagement for Breast Cancer Prevention" ! Learn more and register: https://www.healthandenvironment.org/che-webinars/97004

06/05/2025

Learn more about Zero Breast Cancer's work centering community in the creation of our breast cancer risk reduction materials on Tuesday, June 17, at 11 am PT! Learn more and Register: https://www.healthandenvironment.org/che-webinars/97004

UPCOMING Webinar! 🖥️

On June 17, CHE-Alaska will present “Community Engagement for Breast Cancer Prevention”.

In this webinar, speakers from organizations leading breast cancer prevention work, including Nyisha Green-Washington of Breast Cancer Prevention Partners and Lianna Hartmour of Zero Breast Cancer, will share how they incorporate community input to bridge the gap between scientists and community members, and how this approach fosters more effective and equitable prevention strategies.

Alaska Community Action on Toxics Environmental Health Director Samarys Seguinot Medina will share ACAT’s Breast Cancer Prevention Toolkit, “Protecting Our Mamaqs”, and related fact sheets recently translated into Yugtun, an Alaska Native language.

➡️ Register now at www.akaction.org/webinars/2025-6

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05/29/2025

Zero Breast Cancer is excited to partner with Savor Health and introduce Ina®, The Intelligent Nutrition Assistant from Savor Health®. Ina® provides personalized, evidence-based nutrition support 24/7 “on demand” to help cancer patients stay well-nourished and manage symptoms. Learn more here: https://adzerobc.savorhealth.com/portal/

02/24/2025

How does breast cancer treatment impact bone health? What is the risk for developing osteoporosis or experiencing a fracture? What can breast cancer survivors do to protect and improve their bone health?

Get these questions and more answered in our hour-long free webinar brought to you by Zero Breast Cancer at Collaborative for Health & Environment and Kaiser Permanente Northern California Division of Research.

Register at zbclink.org/pathwaysforum5

In this webinar, Marilyn Kwan, PhD (Kaiser Permanente Northern California Division of Research), will speak about findings from the Pathways Bone Health Study, which focused on evaluating the potential risk of developing osteoporosis or experiencing a fracture in women with breast cancer who took hormonal therapy for treatment. Amber Wheeler, MD (Kaiser Permanente San Francisco), will speak about bone health management, including how to prevent and treat osteoporosis and bone fractures.

Lianna Hartmour, MA (Zero Breast Cancer at Collaborative for Health & Environment), will host the forum and lead the Q&A with the two researchers and Pathways Principal Investigator Larry Kushi, ScD (Kaiser Permanente Northern California Division of Research).

We hope you will join us to learn more about bone health, ask questions, and offer your ideas for how research can improve health.

12/27/2024

Read an introduction to Zero Breast Cancer for Collaborative for Health and Environment audiences in our latest blog by Zero Breast Cancer Program & Communications Director Lianna Hartmour, MA, NBC-HWC.

✨NEW CHE/ZBC BLOG✨

CHE had an exciting expansion this year, with Zero Breast Cancer joining our team. 🎉

In our latest blog, Zero Breast Cancer’s Program & Communications Director, Lianna Hartmour MA, NBC-HWC, provides a brief overview of ZBC’s breast cancer risk reduction and survivorship programs for those in the CHE community who aren’t familiar with ZBC’s work. 🧘‍♀️🌱

Read more about ZBC's history and programs here 👉 https://www.healthandenvironment.org/join-us/blog/working-together-toward-zero-breast-cancer"

11/19/2024

Check out Zero Breast Cancer's latest blog article by Collaborative for Health and Environment Science Communications Intern Dr. Bridget Martin on a groundbreaking study about chemical mixtures and breast cancer risk:
https://www.zerobreastcancer.org/en/blog/a-groundbreaking-study-on-chemical-mixtures-and-breast-cancer-risk

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Chemicals linked to breast cancer risk come from many sources: our personal care products, cleaning supplies, food packaging, pesticides, the air we breathe, the water we drink, and more. These chemicals, including endocrine disrupting chemicals and mammary gland carcinogens, can alter vital pathways in our bodies. While most research has focused on single chemicals, in reality, we are not exposed to chemicals one at a time. We are exposed to many chemicals at the same time throughout our daily lives.

Chemical mixtures are combinations of two or more chemicals that can interact with each other and their surroundings, leading to unique effects on human health and the environment. It is not known whether exposures to chemical mixtures have a larger effect on breast cancer risk than exposure to single chemicals. Research is needed to determine whether breast cancer risk is higher depending on the type and amount of chemical mixtures an individual is exposed to, and which chemical mixtures are most impactful.

A groundbreaking new study led by Dr. Kimberly Badal seeks to uncover the links between exposure to chemical mixtures and the risk of breast cancer. The study will also compare exposures between women who live in neighborhoods with high vs. low levels of socioeconomic disadvantage.

Read more by following the link above.

10/22/2024

Are you ready to take charge of your health and well-being after completing active breast cancer treatment? Our Resilient Me Health & Wellness Coaching Program is designed to support you in thriving. In Resilient Me, clients are paired with a certified coach to work on recurrence risk reduction goals related to physical activity, diet, sleep, managing stress, and/or limiting exposure to toxic chemicals. Clients and coaches work together for 12 Zoom sessions that are each 30 minutes long. We have funding to serve people in Northern California with an emphasis on the greater San Francisco Bay Area. More information and a link to the application are available at zerobreastcancer.org/resilientme.

10/15/2024

Thank you Standard 5&10 Ace and Stan's Kitchen for raising money for Zero Breast Cancer this month at the register! We appreciate all you are doing to help us address breast cancer in our communities.

09/26/2024

We hope to see you at Cavallo Point: The Lodge at the Golden Gate's BFF Night benefiting Zero Breast Cancer on Thursday, October 10! Get your tickets here: https://www.cavallopoint.com/events/bff-night-oct24/

Gather your BFFs because BFF Night is back at Cavallo Point! Hosted by Mercantile and the Healing Arts Center & Spa, join us as you reconnect with friends while treating your mind, body, and soul.

Enjoy complimentary makeup and skincare consultations, tarot and stone readings, mediation, wine tastings, and exclusive shopping with a 15% discount at Mercantile. Plus, a portion of proceeds will support Zero Breast Cancer in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 🎗️

We'll see you Thursday, October 10, at 5:30pm! Visit the following link to purchase your ticket: https://heyor.ca/KuDLuo.