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Breast Care for Washington D.C.

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Breast Care for Washington was founded in 2012 to enhance access to breast cancer services and diagnostics for D.C. women, regardless of ability to pay.
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12/02/2020

Our mission is to reduce mortality & fight for . Our service is providing screening & diagnostic to any woman regardless of ability to pay. Help us reduce health care inequities. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

Volunteer, support , organize a fundraiser, drive a friend to her ! BCW needs your support! Every $200 donated to BCW means an uninsured woman receives her screening mammogram without fear of the cost. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

Help us reduce health care inequities. Our service is providing screening & diagnostic to any woman regardless of ability to pay. Our mission is to reduce mortality & fight for . Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

BCW needs your support! Volunteer, support , organize a fundraiser, drive a friend to her ! Every $200 donated to BCW means an uninsured woman receives her screening mammogram without fear of the cost. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

Providing screening & diagnostic to any woman regardless of ability to pay is our service. Reducing mortality & fighting for is our mission. Help us reduce health care inequities. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

We need your support! Volunteer, support , organize a fundraiser, drive a friend to her ! Every $200 donated to BCW means an uninsured woman receives her screening mammogram without fear of the cost. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

12/01/2020

Our service is providing screening & diagnostic to any woman regardless of ability to pay. Our mission is to reduce mortality & fight for . Help us reduce health care inequities. Donate here, bit.ly/3fTSGTd

11/30/2020

Join us tomorrow for

Support and celebrate the non-profits in our community.

To donate to Breast Care for Washington, use this link, https://breastcaredc.networkforgood.com/projects/113933-end-of-year-giving

Thank you for your support today, tomorrow, and year round!

11/29/2020

African American women are disproportionately diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. researchers recently identified a dormant tumor suppressing protein that could be key in fighting if they can get it to reactivate.

See this link for the article,

https://news.virginia.edu/content/uva-researchers-discover-new-target-triple-negative-breast-cancer

11/28/2020

Support east of the Anacostia in Wards 7 & 8. It's a beautiful day! Get out for a walk for your physical health, stopping to shop at small businesses in the area for the economic health of our community. We all benefit from our vibrant small businesses.

From the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development :

Thanks for helping us spread the word about the Challenge and how residents & visitors to the District can get involved to and support our local business community.
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11/26/2020

From the BCW family to you & yours, please have a safe & healthy Thanksgiving! This is one like no other for everyone in different ways. Appreciate the people in your life & keep those who are suffering close in your heart. 💗💗

11/24/2020

Meet Pam, BCW's Lead Mammography Technologist! Pam has 18 years of imaging experience & received her Associates Degree in radiology from UDC. She's been Imaging Center Team Lead at radiology facilities in MD. Pam specializes in 3D imaging. She's a DC native, living in Ward 7.

11/24/2020

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, BCW thanks Foundation not only for the large annual grant, but also for a $1,000 Wish List Bonus. Qlarant Foundation's commitment to access to care & improving the health of individuals & communities fits with out mission. Thanks !

11/21/2020

As you begin to prepare for a Thanksgiving likely to be unlike any other, BCW wishes you a safe & pleasant day to be thankful. We are grateful for you: our patients, donors, partners, volunteers & supporters. We are open next week Mon-Wed, but will be closed Thurs & Fri. Be safe!

11/20/2020

Take advantage of a 65 degree Saturday & hit the Anacostia River biking trail. Get your metabolism revved up & a little sunshine vitamin D for your health. Leave the earbuds at home & listen to the sounds of nature, the city around you. Grab a friend & go! Check it out on Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, http://www.railstotrails.org/trailblog/2020/august/13/washington-dc-and-maryland-s-anacostia-river-trail/

11/19/2020

Did you know 54% of breast cancer in Black women is diagnosed at the local stage compared to 64% for White women? Reasons are lack of access to screening & timely follow-up for high-quality treatment. BCW answers the call on access & treatment follow-up. bit.ly/2IQOW8W

11/18/2020

We love it that our patients love us! Breast Care for Washington: making patients comfortable with the process one woman at a time. We can’t count the number of women who realized there is nothing to fear. Call 202-465-7164 for your screening appointment.

11/18/2020

Wellness Wednesday: as Covid19 surges & holidays are coming, be sure you have the Covid19 alert app for your area installed--Washington, D.C.: DC Can, Maryland: MD Covid Alert, Virginia: Covidwise. NOTE: DC & MD use push notifications on iPhone; turn on!

See article in today's Washington Post, https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/11/18/coronavirus-app-exposure-alerts/

11/17/2020

BCW congratulated President-elect Biden & Dr. Biden in a letter on the election outcome, relating that we're optimistic about his leadership in the White House. We look forward to working with his administration to make progress against cancer, including . was thrilled to attend the Breast Cancer Awareness Month reception at the Vice President's residence in 2012 where she met the Vice President and Dr. Biden. BCW also was honored when Dr. Biden visited our clinic in Community of Hope FQHC in 2018.

11/16/2020

It's MobileMammo Monday! Last year BCW launched our mobile program. Patient navigation remains our cornerstone. Patients at both our fixed & mobile sites benefit from our high intensity patient navigation, which breaks down barriers to care. bit.ly/3pxc1hj

11/15/2020

On we thank our donors, volunteers & partners for supporting potentially life-saving we provide to any person regardless of ability to pay. Your donations are critical in this challenging year. Thank you!
(See the link in our profile to contribute.)

11/14/2020

Happy Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights! Truly a moment to celebrate the victory of light over darkness, good over evil & knowledge over ignorance as we recognize the Indian heritage of . Light a lamp or candle in your home as we battle 3rd wave Covid19!

11/13/2020

As BCW focuses on the health & well-being of women in DC, this is exciting news from . The new Center for Women, Gender and Global Leadership will amplify Black & minority women’s issues, including health care & involve community service.

See press release from Howard University, https://newsroom.howard.edu/newsroom/article/13521/howard-university-receives-1-million-gift-heather-and-jim-murren-launch-center

"WASHINGTON (November 12, 2020) – Today, Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick announced a $1 million gift from Heather and Jim Murren to launch the Center for Women, Gender and Global Leadership at Howard University. The gift kicks off a multi-million fundraising effort for what will be an interdisciplinary, student-centered, faculty-led institute that works with professional programs in health, business, communications and law, as well as majors in the arts and sciences..." [More in press release or Washington Post]

11/13/2020

Saturday looks to be a spectacular day in DC! Put your health 1st & get outside for a walk. The US National Arboretum outdoor area is free & open 8-5 daily. Mask up! Remember regular exercise affects & can help lower the risk of usna.usda.gov

11/12/2020

It's & did you know there's intersection between causes of & particularly in post-menopausal women? Studies point to keeping weight & BMI down, exercising & healthy eating in keeping increased risk down for both.

11/11/2020

As we honor all veterans today, it's important to remember that many still suffer from physical & emotional wounds due to their service. Women veterans also may be at a higher risk of due to exposure to toxins during service. Exposure may be compounded by factors that predispose African American women, overrepresented in the military, to earlier & more aggressive breast cancer, such as dense breast tissue, lack of access to healthcare resources & underrepresentation in breast cancer research.

11/11/2020

In honor of , the women and men who have honorably served our country in the armed forces, Breast Care for Washington is closed today. Take the time today to let veterans know that their service and sacrifice are meaningful to you as you go about your daily lives.

11/10/2020

Check out , our own & discussing w/ importance of for African American women.

https://theglowup.theroot.com/a-mammogram-can-save-our-lives-mary-j-blige-joins-the-1845437822

11/10/2020

This is National Radiologic Technology Week & BCW wants to recognize & honor our fabulous rad techs who make our patients comfortable & ease their anxiety. Thank you Pam, Sophia, & Sharon for sending patients off with a smile! Call 202-465-7164 for your appointment.

11/09/2020

Congratulations to for their sister winning election as the next Vice President of the United States of America! We're proud to partner with in providing breast cancer education & screening to DC area women.

Address

4 Atlantic Street SW
Washington D.C., DC
20032

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4pm
Friday	8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+12024657164

Website

http://www.breastcaredc.org/

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